Funeral Services for Mr. Larry W. King, age 75 of Gadsden, will be held on Sunday, December 4, 2022 at 2:00 P.M. at Morgan Funeral Chapel with Major Retired Tracy Colburn officiating. Burial will follow at Forrest Cemetery.
Larry was born February 21, 1947, in Albertville, AL., the son of Joyce Elrod King and Carl “Junior” King. He was a 1965 graduate of Etowah High School. During his teen years he played the guitar and performed with his friend, Jerry, at various churches and Fiddlers’ conventions. After high school, he started working at South Central Bell. He retired after more than 30 years as Installation and Maintenance Supervisor in Gadsden.
Larry loved all things “out-of-doors”. He loved being in the “woods” and cherished his memories of going hunting with each of his children as well as special country music concerts, and NASCAR races. He enjoyed cooking and “grilling.” But, most of all, he treasured his friends and family. He was so proud of each of his children – they brought joy to his life. He also held a special place in his heart for his two daughters-in-law and his son-in-law. His love for his grandchildren was on yet another level – he loved them dearly.
Larry was preceded in death by his dad and best friend, Carl King, Jr., his dear mother, Joyce Faye Elrod Gore, his sweet stepmother, Pat Johnson King, along with numerous favorite aunts, uncles and cousins.
Larry will be remembered with great love by his children: Cory King, Chris King and wife, Kathryn, Jeremy King and wife, Jill, Dr. Amy Hester and husband, Kyle; his grandchildren, Cooper King, Libby King, Colby King, Courtney King, Christian King, Dylan King-Williams, Loran King-Williams; his great-granddaughter, Violet Rose King; his dear stepfather, Wayne Gore; his sister and brother-in-law, Dr. Miria King-Garner and Rickey Garner, his nephew, Micah Garner; his special loving friend, Sue Bouldin Hardin, along with many cousins and friends. He will also be greatly missed by his constant loving companions, his husky, Maggie, and his sweet cat, Ricochet.
Pallbearers: Cooper King, Colby King, Christian King, Micah Garner, Alex Martin, Jaxson Wingo, Larry Hicks, and Danny Day.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 4, 2022 from 12:30 P.M. until service time at 2:00 P.M. at Morgan Funeral Chapel.
Morgan Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.morganfuneralchapel.com for the King family.
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