MOUNT VERNON – The Rev. Richard C. King, 88, of Mount Vernon and formerly of Coshocton, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020, at his daughter’s home in Westerville with his loving family by his side.
Richard was born on Feb. 19, 1932, in Cincinnati, to the late John and Mary (Rogers). He was a graduate of Asbury University and served as a pastor for the Church of the Nazarene for over 50 years. He was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene in Mount Vernon.
Richard is survived by his wife of over 65 years, Lauretta (Alford) King; his daughters, Krista Henry, Kathy (Terry) Waller, Cheryl (Greg) Sharpes and Gina (Hadi) Khouri; his sons, Mark (Shelly) King, Mike (Lydia) King and David (Faith) King; 29 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; and his sister Barbara Steidel.
Friends may call on Friday, Oct. 2, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the First Church of the Nazarene, 807 Coshocton Ave. in Mount Vernon. A service will follow, beginning at 1 p.m., with the Rev. Mike King and the Rev. Francis Bolerjack officiating. Burial will follow in Mound View Cemetery.
The family would like to thank Mt. Carmel St. Ann’s Hospice for their wonderful care and compassion.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the First Church of the Nazarene; 807 Coshocton Ave.; Mount Vernon, OH 43050.
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The Dowds-Snyder Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of the Rev. Richard C. King.