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John J. King, 68
March 14, 2014
John J. King, 68, of Lititz, died Friday, March 14, 2014 in his residence.
Born in Bryn Mawr, PA, he was the husband of Theresa M. (Klinkiewicz) King of Lititz, and the son of the late John J. and Mary (Dempsey) King.
John was employed as a field engineer for 40 years with General Electric Medical Systems until his retirement.
He was a member of the Elstonville Sportsmen’s Club and loved deep sea fishing on his boat. He also was a member of N.L.C.G.F. and the NRA. Woodworking and fly fishing were also two hobbies he enjoyed.
Despite having cancer himself, John was a volunteer with the American Cancer Society. He was a devoted Big Brother with Big Brothers of America.
John was a US Navy veteran and was a member of Brickerville United Lutheran Church.
In addition to his wife of 44 years, he is survived by 3 daughters: Ann Marie Price and her husband Duncan of Harrisburg; Dr. Kathaleen Johnson of Harrisburg; and Laura McLucas with Dave Fry of Lititz; 4 grandchildren: Morgan and Mickenzie McLucas and Jordan and Alayna Price; a brother, Thomas King of FL; and a brother-in-law, Richard Stevenson of Ephrata. He was preceded in death by a sister, MaryEllen Stevenson.
Funeral services will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, March 20, 2014 at Charles F. Snyder, Jr Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz with Rev. Scott K. Davis officiating. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 PM on Wednesday, March 19, 2014 at the funeral home, and again one hour prior to the service on Thursday. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family.
Kindly omit flowers. Memorial contributions in John’s memory may be made to Children’s Miracle Network, PO Box 463, Hershey, PA 17033 or to Hospice of Central PA, 1320 Linglestown Rd., Harrisburg, PA 17110.
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Condolences to the Family
May 27, 2014
Dear Teresa and daughters, I met John at the beginning of his career with GE. He became a close friend and we did some hunting together over the years. I had just found out about his passing today from a fellow GE engineer. John was a great person to be around and he was always adventurous. He truly loved his family and there were very few that cared for their families more than John. I know that he always did his very best in evrything he did. I am saddened by his passing even though I haven’t seen him in several years. My heartfelt condolences to you all.
With Love, Walt and Bonni Klingerman
March 20, 2014
Wisdom, gratitude, love, and friendship; these are the traits John shared with our family. We are honored to have shared our lives with John — we only wish we would have met earlier. With our thoughts and prayers, Dave, Lisa, Colin, Keri, Chris Tkatch and Catherine
March 20, 2014
Kathaleen and family,
We are truly sorry about your loss. We felt honored to meet and know such an amazing person who lived life to the fullest. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you at this time. Hold on to the wonderful memories you all have, they live on forver.
Dawn & Matt Hauck
March 19, 2014
I only met John a couple of years ago; talked with him last in January. He was telling me how happy he was that he was able to take his grandchildren shooting and teach them gun safety and responsibility. He was so proud of them and said that day was the highlight of his month. I only wish I had had a chance to know him better.
March 19, 2014
Kathleen and Family,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your dear Father, and we hope that in a small way they help through these trying times. Warmest thoughts, Thach & Angela Nguyen
March 19, 2014
Although I haven’t seen John since my retirement in 1999,I consider him a great friend. I met John in 1972 while working at Hershey Medical Center. Throughout all of my years there John is the one person with whom I have never had a disagreement. He was a gentleman,extremely competent in his work,and I am happy to call him friend. John’s passing is ,for me,a very sad loss.
March 19, 2014
Theresa and Family,
John was a remarkable person who brightened the lives of those around him. He serviced our x-ray equipment for many years; always with a smile and a kind word. He was truly one of a kind and will be greatly missed. Please accept our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Pam and Dave Boyer
March 18, 2014
We are very sorry about this loss. Our condolences to the family.
patricia O’Neill Cohen & family, Boston, MA
March 18, 2014
Kathaleen and family, I’m so sorry for your loss.
I’m very glad that Paige and I made it to your graduation party because it was a joy to meet your father. It was immediately apparent that he was a remarkable person. He had so many women to deal with and was still so full of life!! Most sincere condolences. Todd Bokelman
March 17, 2014
Theresa and Family,
I am terribly sorry for your loss. While I did not know John super well, he seemed like a great person who lived life to the fullest. We all need to celebrate that. Peace to all of you in this trying time. Most Sincerely, Chuck Wertz
March 17, 2014
I knew John many years when he serviced our GE equipment. Whereever I worked, I kept bumping into him. He always remembered me and was always upbeat and personable. He was outstanding. GBC
March 16, 2014
Johnny was part of my life growing up in Narberth. As Mary Ellen’s brother, he was in on a lot of our antics. May he finally find his peace after suffering his illness for so long. My loving thoughts to Thersa and all the family. Rosie O’Neill
March 16, 2014
So sorry Teresa, for the loss of John, my condolence to you and your family. God took his pain from him now, Bless him.
Sandy Nye
March 16, 2014
Dear Theresa and family, Sending with love – PRAYER support from Rochester, New York.
Will be in touch. Rosemary/Sister St Luke
March 16, 2014
Dad,
I am thankful to know that there was nothing left unsaid between us. You were the first person I called with anything and everything. I loved when you would say, “Now what the hell do you want?” I will truely miss that. I cherished our close friendship and especially you becoming such a great handyman at my new house. I wil rest better knowing that there was nothing left unsaid or undone between us. I will think of you with everything I do. Keep smiling and I will smile back up to you. With all my love, Kathaleen
March 16, 2014
We will miss John greatly. Dave and I had so many fond memories of all our years at the beach with John and Theresa. What great friends. Marlane and Dave Coldren.
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