Obituaries
 By  Staff Reports Published 
12:28 am Monday, June 27, 2011

James William King

James William King

June 21, 2011

James William King, 76, of Russellville passed away on Tuesday, June 21, 2011 at his residence.

Graveside services were held Thursday, June 23, 2011 at Tharptown Cemetery with Bro. Larry Prince officiating.  Spry Memorial Chapel assisted the family.

He is survived by his children, Randy King and wife, Rose, Donna Merdzinski, Janet King; grandchildren, Crystal Merdzinski, Hilliary Farison, Chase Farison, Michael King, Athen Chittur; great-grandchild, Jacob Merdzinski; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Virginia Lucille King; sons, Gary King, Scotty King; sister, Helen King Lang.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to the First Responders of Russellville for the care shown towards the family.

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