Eugene “Gene” King passed away at his home on Jan 7, 2017. He was born in Caro, MI to Herbert and Mable (Tibbits) King. During WWII Gene served with the US Army in the European Theater. Following the war, he received a BS, MBA and advanced studies degree in Agri-Business from Michigan State University, remaining an avid Spartan fan throughout his lifetime. Gene was married in 1946 to Catherine (Stacy) King until her death in 2009. Gene’s passion was family, business, hunting, and fishing. Gene never stopped challenging those around him to find their passion in life.
Surviving are his children: Diane King McMorran of Port Huron, Judy Kin gof Fenton, Karen King (Mark) Manrique of Lansing, Gene (Beth) King of Bancroft, and Joy King of Fowlerville; grandchildren, Tracy Williams of San Deigo, CA, Teresa (Robert) Hudson of Fountain, CO, Ian (Beth) McMorran of Seattle, WA, Kirk McMorran of Royal Oak, Paul Manrique of Mishawaka, IN; and six great grandchildren; in laws, Tom and Rita Birchmeier of Flint, Marian King of Lapeer and many nieces and nephews.
The family will hold a private celebration of life.
Arrangements made with Hyatt Ewald Funeral Home, Bay City, MI.