Michael L. King

1945 - 2017

Michael L. King obituary, 1945-2017, Fort Wayne, IN

BORN

1945

DIED

2017

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Klaehn, Fahl, Melton Funeral Home

6424 Winchester Road

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Michael King Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 12, 2017.

Michael "Mike" L. King, 72, passed away on Monday, September 11, 2017. Mike was born to the late John King and Florence Harms on May 26, 1945. Mike worked at Slater Steel for 37 years then worked at Wal-Mart for 3 years.

Mike is survived by his wife, Cindy; son, Cody (Rachael) King; brothers, Carl (Ellen) King, Greg (Debbie) King, and Steve (Margie) Harms; caregiver and friend, Jackie Wolfe; and a host of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Dan King.

Memorial service will be on Friday, September 15, 2017 at 4:00 pm with visitation starting at 2:00 pm at Klaehn, Fahl, & Melton Funeral Home, 6424 Winchester Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46819.

Memorial contributions may be made to Visiting Nurse Home and Hospice or the family.

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October 3, 2017

Sara Wyss

Dearest Cindy,
We are so sorry for your loss. Mike was a wonderful man; caring and interested in all that was happening with those who were a part of his life. The two of you were a perfect match and we know that you both will be together in God's grace. Prayers for peace in your heart,
Steve and Sara Wyss

September 17, 2017

Vivian Norwood

Cindy, wishing you peace and comfort at this time of grieving Mike's transition. My prayers are with you.

September 16, 2017

Mike Hathaway

My condolences to the King family

September 16, 2017

Mike Hathaway

My condolences to the King family

September 14, 2017

Bob & Charrie Klepper

To the King & Harms families,
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. We are so very sorry for your loss !

September 14, 2017

PD

My sincerest condolences to the family.

May the God of all comfort bring you peace and strength during this most difficult time.

September 13, 2017

Ronald & Karen Bauer

We are VERY sorry for your loss Cindy. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you and your Family.

September 13, 2017

Mark Brewster

In tears right now, Cindy...but offering my comfort and strength. Mike can rest now, the fighting is done. I'm better for having known him.

September 13, 2017

Edward Reidt

Cindy, so sorry to hear this, Mike was one of the best supervisors I have ever had, he will be greatly missed

September 13, 2017

Sonny

To the KING FAMILY in their time of grief, may 'God' give you strength during this most difficult time. -Psalm 29:11

September 13, 2017

jackie & Jamie Schibley

So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Jamie & Jackie Schibley

September 13, 2017

Peggy & Bob Koehl

Keeping you in our prayers Cindy

September 12, 2017

It always hard to loss a loved one....but we will always hold on our heart forever........we are so sorry for your loss...
Dan and Irene Strong

September 12, 2017

Oh so sorry Cindy, we will be praying for your family. Bob and Judi Deam

September 12, 2017

Kathy

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