1955
2014
Stephen E. King, age 59, of Paxton, IL, passed from this life to the next on November 24, 2014 at Covenant Hospital in Urbana, IL.
Stephen was born on April 22, 1955 in Olney, IL to Charles and Clara (Wiseman) King.
On August 31, 1974, he married the love of his life, Janet Lemke, at The Zion United Methodist Church in West Salem, IL.
Janet and Stephen have a son, David (and his wife, Jessica) King of Altamont, IL, a daughter, Diane (and husband Adam) Chisholm of Nicholasville, KY, who survive him, as do his parents, Clara and Charles King, of Albion, IL , 2 brothers: Billy (and wife, Cathy) King of Albion, IL, Michael (and his wife, Diane) King of Yorkville, IL, 3 sisters: Judy (and husband Bob ) Mosher of Pleasant Plains, IL, Jane (and husband, Tony) Jones of Ellery, IL and Janet (and husband Randy) Hanson of Little Rock, AK. Stephen is also survived by 5 grandchildren: Evan Andreasen of Spring, TX, Maria, Isaac, Lily and Peter Chisholm, of Nicholasville, KY.
He was preceded in death by his father-in-law and mother-in-law, John and Doris Lemke, and brother-in-law, John A. Lemke.
Stephen earned a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, and also a Master of Divinity. He was a minister in the United Methodist Church, currently serving as pastor in Paxton.
He will be remembered as a very genuine and caring man of service, who brought a gentle spirit to any and every conversation. He had a warm heart, infectious laugh and a great smile that let people know he loved them. He showed that love by serving others and doing for them.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10AM on Saturday, November 29, 2014 at the Zion United Methodist Church of West Salem, IL. Burial will follow in Graceland Cemetery, Albion, IL.
Visitation will be held at the church from 5 to 8 PM on Friday, November 28, 2014.
The family asks that memorial contributions be directed to the Henderson Settlement in Frakes, KY, a place to which Stephen took many youth mission trips.
Envelopes will be made available at the church.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
November 30, 2014
Chrissy Fitzpatrick
We light this candle in honor of Pastor Stephen. He has influenced my life & my kids' lives in more ways than he knew. The love & kindness that he & Janet showed to my family will never be forgotten!
November 29, 2014
Julie Tarpley-Jarnagin
Cousin Janet, I am so sorry for your loss, Stephen was always so kind and always had a smile on his face. I have you and your family in my thoughts and prayers and I love you!
November 28, 2014
Robert & Katy King
We are so sorry for your loss. Stephen was a good man and we always enjoyed conversing with him the too few times we got together. His love for his family and people was very evident.
November 27, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all. Rev. LaVon and Denise Bayler
November 27, 2014
Felicia Osborn
To Pastor King's wife Janet and his family: I wanted you to all know that you are all in our prayers...There is never a moment in our lives that we don't hear Pastor's words or feel his love that he shared with us. Pastor King was such an important Pastor, friend and councilor in our life. He was open to talk about many things about life and if it wasn't for his love and his ministry in our lives we would be totally lost. Pastor would do anything for anyone. When he left many where very very sad and lost. Janet I know Pastor left this world to early but I will choose to rejoice in the legacy and and strength and love that he had for so many. His love will continue to shine upon you and your family and all who loved him..I can see his beautiful smile now and feel is love beaming from heaven...
November 27, 2014
Michelle, Scot, Brandon, & Alison Tibbs
Pastor Stephen & Janet have been a huge blessing to our family & great role models with big hearts. We treasure all the times spent with them. Our kids looked up to them like grandparents. Prayers & Hugs for Janet & family.
November 27, 2014
Nancy Reed
Sorry to hear of his passing. Prayers for all.
November 27, 2014
Troy Starwalt
My thoughts go out to the family for their loss. Stephen taught me so much as I was growing up.
November 27, 2014
Larry Lappin
All who knew Stephen and his family are hurting and rejoicing all at the same time. I was fortunate to be in ministry with him at henderson settlement frakes ky as well as CUMC. We even answered the question of. " How many pastors does it take to build porch steps? It was 6 at a habitat for humanity workday in Effingham! ". Much love and prayers to family. Larry and Debbie Lappin
November 27, 2014
Lisa Danford
Pastor Stephen was a truly remarkable man. He always had a smile and a kind word for all. He will be missed. My heart goes out to his family as they go through this pain. Love and prayers to all of them.
November 26, 2014
Amanda Balk
So honored and blessed to have had Pastor Stephen for the short time that we did. He will be missed!
November 26, 2014
Sue Ann & Ed Minor
Ed and I feel truly blessed to have known Stephen as a minister at CUMC and also a friend. What a man of God and true Christian example. Heaven must be rejoicing to welcome home this remarkable man. Janet, David, and Diane, we are so sorry for your loss.
Ed and Sue Ann Minor, Effingham, IL
November 26, 2014
Bonnie Howard
Pastor Stephen became our pastor immediately upon arrival and hit the ground running with a HUGE SMILE!! His love was contagious and we were truly BLESSED having him for the short time he was here.. He will be MISSED!!! Somehow I see him dancing with those around him and rejoicing.!!
November 26, 2014
Eric and Christine Stender
Mason City was blessed to have Stephen and Janet in our community. Stephen was a kind and faithful servant who worked hard with a smile on his face and joy in his heart. Janet, the kids really enjoyed the time on the horse and buggy. Praying for your family as you trust God through this difficult time.
November 26, 2014
Barb Zimmerman
Our church family was so blessed to have known him.
November 26, 2014
Joel Hastings
Those of us in Paxton, IL only had a very short time to be under Stephen's ministry, but in his short time here he touched many people and will greatly be missed. His love for fellow man, his family, the church and God was very apparent. Janet and family are in our prayers. He will be missed here, but will be put to good work in heaven. He is now one of Gods angels protecting those still here on earth that he talked about very often to me.
November 26, 2014
Nancy Stewart
Janet and family,
You are all in my prayers. All of us from Otterbein United Methodist in Robinson were blessed to know Stephen.
November 26, 2014
Lisa Fulkerson
Janet, I am so sorry to hear of Stephen's passing. He was loved and will be missed by all that he touched. Please don't be a stranger and come back and visit the office. We would love to see you and be able to deliver our hugs in person. But until then know that we are praying for you and sending you lots of love and prayers.
November 26, 2014
Rick Van Giesen
Barb and I are incredibly sad, but also grateful for the promises of God that Stephen is laughing and celebrating now with his Savior, Jesus. We will see him again. Rick and Barb Van Giesen
November 26, 2014
Grover Burkett
I want to share my symparhy with the family of Stephen E King. It was a privilege to be acquainted with the Family. I taught Judy, Janet and Jane in Bone Gap School. Stephen and Billie were in ECHS.
November 26, 2014
Boni Quandt
The Mason City Church Association sends our sympathy and prayers to the King family. When Stephen left our community, it was a loss. Hearing of his passing has truly reopened that wound. May God bless and keep you.
November 26, 2014
Rev. Dr. Michael Mayfield
Janet and family:
I am holding you all in my heart and will pray a special prayer liturgy naming Stephen today at Vespers.
November 26, 2014
Glenn Shawgo
I am so sorry for your loss. Pastor King was a wonderful man, and, although I didn't get to see him very often, he was a blessed man.
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