Calvin Jerome King, Sr., 78 of Fuquay Varina, NC passed away peacefully on Friday, May 23, 2025, after a brief illness. Born on January 14, 1947, in Georgetown, Guyana, to the late Clarence King and Estella “Pearl” King, Calvin was the youngest son of six children. He attended public schools in Georgetown and later met the love of his life, Joy, whom he married on June 21, 1975.

A proud and devoted family man, Calvin was a successful entrepreneur in Georgetown, owning a thriving deep-sea supply chain business and working with British American Insurance company in sales. In 1994, he and his family migrated to Piscataway, New Jersey, where he worked for 16 years at Warnock Dodge in East Hanover, NJ, in Sales, Finance and Accounting Management Division. After retiring in June 2010, Calvin and Joy relocated to Fuquay Varina, NC where they built a warm and welcoming life together.

Calvin was a man of many passions. He cherished Sunday afternoons sharing meals with family, watching sports and western movies from his favorite recliner, and tending to his garden. A skilled handyman, he generously offered his expertise to friends and neighbors. Calvin found great joy in Traveling, Sending WhatsApp messages, Reading his bible and Daily Word, Attending his grandchildren's ceremonies and sports events, and Nuturing his various hobbies. Above all, he saw caring for his family as his highest calling, guided by his unshakable faith in his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. When faced with challenges, he would often say, “God is in control.”

Calvin is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Joy King; his two sons, Calvin C. King, Jr.(Melony) and Carl A. King; his daughter, Nicole A. King; and six cherished Grandchildren: Kashawn L. Geter, Kelseigh P. King, Adlai A. King, Elliott M. King, Azaiah A. King, and Za'dyn E. King. He also leaves behind his three sisters (Yvonne, Donna, Camille), along with a host of extended relatives and friends who will forever treasure his memory. Calvin's legacy of love, faith, and generosity will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

Public Viewing: 1:00 - 6:00 pm on Friday, June 6, 2025, at Trice Funeral Home Chapel, 127 N. West Street in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526.

A Celebration of Life service will be held 2:00 - 3:00 pm on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at Fuquay Varina United Methodist Church, 100 S. Judd Parkway SE in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to a charity of your choice in Calvin's honor.

“God is in control”

Hotel accommodations for family and friends attending the Viewing or Celebration of Life service are listed below:

Hampton Inn
1050 S. Main Street
Holly Springs, NC 27540
919-552-7610
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/rduhshx-hampton-suites-holly-springs/?SEO_id=GMB-AMER-HX-RDUHSHX&y_source=1_MjA4MjQ3OC03MTUtbG9jYXRpb24ud2Vic2l0ZQ==

Holiday inn Express Holly Springs
150 Collins Crossing
Holly Springs, NC 27540
919-975-4644

https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/holly-springs/rduhl/hoteldetail