George R. King

May 13th, 1931 - November 3rd, 2022

George 's Memory Wall

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Paul Zang’s Tribute to George Raleigh King The KING… The twinkle in your eye The funny man in the room The actor, the singer, the performer The KING… The husband, the father, the grandfather The family man The mentor The KING… The optimist The anchor The consoler The KING… The resolute The reverent The recovering role model The KING… The sports enthusiast The tennis master The kids’ coach The KING… The lover of his dogs, Moushie and Prince The celebrant of water, beaches, and sunsets The indulgent gastronomic foodie The KING… The wise philosopher The rational and gifted advisor The story teller The KING… The handsome, classy, family patriarch The blesser of meals and family gatherings The unselfish and generous man of honor The KING… The good neighbor The good husband, father, and grandpa The good lover and romantic The KING… Will always be loved Will always be missed Will always live in our hearts

Paul Zang (son-in-law)

November 22nd, 2022 at 12:37am

Sometime in life, you find a special friend; Someone who changes your life just by being a part of it. Someone who makes you laugh until you can't stop; Someone who makes you believe that there is really good in the world, Someone who convinces you that there really is an unlocked door just waiting for you to open it. George was a true gentleman and this is how I will remember him.

Alyce Carter

November 19th, 2022 at 10:42am

My condolences and prayers goes. out to Paul Zang and family in the transition of Mr. George King. 🙏🏾 May his sweet memories be cherished forever by all he knew him. ❤️

Dr. Brenda Brown

November 16th, 2022 at 8:20am

So what is 53 years? Over five decades to some? Over the hill to others? To me, it has been the relationship of a lifetime. George Raleigh King (Dad) was a man among men. He was a father-in-law, grandpa, mentor, companion, and rockstar for four generations of beneficiaries lucky enough to know him. Words pale in describing the immense impact Dad has had on these generations of people who have known and loved him. How is it even possible to describe the spontaneous and wonderful wit and humor he shared with us over all these years? How is it even possible to explain the deep and dedicated devotion he had to his family and friends through good times and bad? Dad was always there with words of wisdom, encouragement, and levity. For two decades Dad and his daughter Paula talked daily on the phone and later on Zoom. Since Paula's passing, Eric, Marvin and I have Zoomed with Gramps three times a week for nearly two years. He anchored us with his advice and wisdom. He humored us with his wit and irony. As a father-in-law he loved me like a son and I loved him as my father. In my lifetime, there has been no other person more important or impactful than my dear old Dad, George Raleigh King. I love you, Dad. May you rest in everlasting peace.

Paul Zang (son-in-law)

November 12th, 2022 at 3:07pm

I remember George when I worked at Woodland Terrace. I helped take care of his wife Phyllis. He never missed a day of coming to see her with their puppy dog. George was always so friendly and sweet and I remember him smiling when he walked in the door all the way until he left for the evening. George was such a sweet soul and will be dearly missed, but I know that he's with Phyllis now.