Dr. J. Lon King, Jr. went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. A celebration of his life will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, September 7, 2013 at First Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Chip Miller officiating. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, entering through the North Gate. The family will greet friends from 1:00 to 2:00PM in "The Gathering Place" at First Presbyterian Church.
Dr. King was born in Macon to the late Dr. J. Lon King, Sr and Grace Olivia Ide King. He was a graduate of Lanier High School, Emory University and Emory University School of Medicine, earning his M.D. degree in 1945. He was a member of the Kappa Alpha Order at Emory University. After graduating, Dr. King served in the Army Medical Corps in San Antonio, TX and San Francisco, CA. Dr. King practiced obstetrics and gynecology here in Macon, founding the medical group of King, Schuessler, Pope and Kehl. He was a member of the American Medical Association, Medical Association of Georgia, Bibb County Medical Society, and Fellow in the American Board of Obstetrics-Gynecology. Dr. King was also treasurer of the Georgia State OB-GYN Society in 1955 and 1969. He served as President of the Medical Staff of the Macon Hospital in 1962 and on the Board of Directors of the South Atlantic Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Dr. King also served as Chief of Staff of Coliseum Park Hospital in 1983. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church, where he served as a Deacon. After practicing medicine for 46 years, Dr. King retired at the age of 70.
Dr. King was married to Jean Lorinne Trammell King for 63 years before her death in 2009. He is survived by his children: Linda King Dillard of Florence, SC, J. Lon King III (Dicksie) of Atlanta, Susan King Pottinger (Chip) of Atlanta and Anne King Bridges (Steve) of Florence, SC; grandchildren: Leigh Dillard Castro, Jennifer Dillard Reynolds, David Weyher Dillard, Mary Katherine King Crook (Wes), Shannon Elizabeth King, Rachel Anne King, Callie Pottinger Strunk (Wes), Charles T. Pottinger IV, Erin Anne Bridges, Kelly Grace Bridges, Jonathan Steven Bridges; great-grandchildren Jack Reynolds, Graham Reynolds, Jocelyn Castro, Vivian Castro, Samuel Dillard, Ella Dillard, and Nathan Crook.
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September 11, 2013
Elizabeth Jordan
Dr. King was like a father and counsellor to me. I, along with 100s of other women loved him. I drove for 5 hours to keep him as my doctor and confident. heaven is a better place for having him there now. RIP my dear beloved Doctor King.
September 10, 2013
Avery and Cara Brinkley
Lon--may God be with you and your family during this time of grief. You are in our prayers. Your mom and dad were fantastic parents and he was a most dedicated physician. Losing our parents has been difficult for you and me but not unexpected---they lived long productive lives and will live on in our memories. You and I are now on 'third base' my friend.
September 10, 2013
Wanda Bond
Anne,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet daddy. I know you are comforted in knowing that you will see him again. I was in Macon on Thursday for my Uncle Harris's service and did not know until last night of your father's passing. Love and think of you often.
Under the same Wings,
Wanda
September 7, 2013
Beppie Lyles
Dr. Lon King was the most thoughtful, caring physician that I knew. He delivered all three of my children. He was in a small office on First Street with Hazel and Helen working with him. I was so sad when he retired but I trusted him with all my secrets and my health. Later I began seeing him and his wife at the SCV dinners and enjoyed talking with him again. He will truly be missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with his children; may all the good memories help you today and each day.
Also, Paul my husband, was his healthcare consultant for years and he thought the same as I. He is sending his prayers to you. May he rest in peace.
Paul and Beppie(Hudson) Lyles
September 7, 2013
alice couch
Dr king delivered my daughter in 1977. He was nice to me always smiling. I wish he had delivered my 2 boys . Best wishes and prayes to his family god bless.
September 7, 2013
Jene Morris
My condolences to Dr. King's family and friends. Dr. King saw me through a touch & go pregnancy to deliver a healthy baby girl at 7mos. After an exam he had you to come into his office to discuss your progress. He leaned back in his chair and chatted as if there were no other patients waiting. To his children, thank you for sharing him with us.
September 6, 2013
Carole Godfrey
September 6, 2013
I knew Dr.King from a professional level at the hospital and as my OB/GYN doctor who delivered my three children.He was a wonderful physican who was always so thoughtful and caring.My thoughts and prayers go to his family. LuReese Harbin,Macon,Ga.
September 6, 2013
Nancy Parker
DR. King was my physician when I had my twins in 1969. At that time It was only Dr. King, Hazel and Helen. He was the best!! My thoughts and prayers are with the family. He was a great Dr. And friend to his patients.
Nancy Parker, Cochran, GA..
September 6, 2013
Jo Ann Lyde
Dr. King was the BEST! A very caring physician. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
September 6, 2013
Dr. King was my OB/GYN from 1957 until he retired, he was the most caring professional. HE WILL BE MISSED.
A. S. Plant (Fort Valley, GA)
September 6, 2013
We want to express our sympathy to the family of Dr. Lon King. He was my
Dr. during two of my pregnancies. He was a very nice man. Macon will miss
him.
Sincerely yours,
James and Madge McCrane
118 Cordell Ct.
Macon, GA. 31220
September 6, 2013
Frances Rankin Inzer
The family is in my thoughts and prayers.
September 6, 2013
Joann Bass
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Dr. King was my OB/GYN for many years. I always remember him as a caring professional. He will be missed.
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