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Obituary For Marvin Elton King, Sr.
Marvin Elton King, Sr., 85 of Elizabethtown passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at Baptist Health Hardin.
Mr. King was a member of Emby Chapel A.M.E. Church, where he served as a Steward, Steward Pro-tem, Sunday School Teacher, and Superintendent. He loved the Gospel Keynotes and served on the Board of Directors for the KY Food Bank. He was commissioned as a Kentucky Colonel in 1998. His hobbies included basketball, bowling, and serving as a softball umpire.
Marvin was preceded in death by his parents James & Beulah βParksβ King; two daughters, Theresa and Valarie King; a brother Yulie Barnes; a grandson Jonathon Hatten.
He leaves to cherish his memories his loving wife Jo Anna King; four sons Marvin King, Jr, Jimmy (Tina) Williams, Timmy (Veronica) Williams, Shawn (Alexandra) Williams; eight daughters, Margaret Price, Geraldine King, Natasha (Gerald) King, Regina King, Makeba King, Renee Hatten, and Mary (Larry) Suitt and Kenyetta Livingston; three brothers, Mark (Denise) King, Jerome King, John King; four sisters Vickie Malone, Carol King, Lisa (William) Cameron, Sherry Tabor, and Tashia Horn; 22 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren, along with a host of other relatives and friends.
A celebration of life will he held 1:00 PM Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Embry Chapel A.M.E. Church with Dr. Veda Stewart officiating.
Visitation after 12:00 Noon at the church.
Percell & Sons Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
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Sending prayers and love to my Cuz/Sis JoAnna King and the entire Families. May God, cover you all with his strength, peace and courage daily. May the memories you All shared will help you to get through the difficult days.ππ½β€οΈπ We love you dearly Aunt Sally and Family Cynthia Patrick and Family.π₯²β€οΈπππ½
I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the family of Mr. Marvin. He helped me when i first began dialysis. He was a wonderful friend and great source of encouragement. He will be missed. May the peace of God be with Ms. Jo Anne and his children and grandchildren. Grace and peace be with you all .
Condolences to the family of Marvin King. Sorry about the loss of your love one praying that God will keep you all in his care. Keep your head up.
So sorry to hear of your loss. Marvin and I attended Etown High School together. My favorite memories are of him winning the talent competitions with his singing. Now he can sing in the heavenly choir. Rest in peace Marvin.
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you are covered by love and prayers. r/Andrea Best
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