Ionia County MI Archives Obituaries.....King, Robert N. June 5, 2024
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Hasting's  - June 2024

On June 5, 2024, Robert N.King was called to spend eternity with his Lord and 
Savior. He passed peacefully at home with his wife at his bedside.

Robert was born in Ionia, MI on March 27, 1937.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles L.King and Frances 
(Hochstelter) King, and his brothers, Donald V. King and Lloyd C.King and his 
sister, Delores (King) Aspinall.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Gloria J.(Bouck)King; his children, 
Jerold L.King and Lori J.(Madsen)King, Roy N.King and Laurie M.(Headworth)King, 
and Susan M.(King) Montroy and spouse Philip E.Montroy.

Robert and Gloria had six grandchildren, Dalton, Braden, Ryan and his spouse 
Kendra, Erin and her spouse Raleigh, Daniel , and Emmarie. They also have four 
great-grandchildren, Jordyn, Levi, Camden and Samuel.

Robert retired from General Motors in 1992 after 32 years of service as a 
millwright skilled tradesman. He then returned to Mackinac Island for several 
summers to drive horse and buggy, giving tours of the island to vacationing 
guests.

Robert called Freeport his hometown.He graduated from Freeport High School in 
1955, and attended Michigan State College, now University. He enjoyed golf, 
bowling and being a coach to an amazing array of local young athletes who played 
little league baseball.

Robert wore many hats throughout his life-time.He was a wonderful husband, a 
devoted father and a kind friend.He enjoyed the friendship of many in the Native 
American culture. His native name was Wabakeck, which when translated means 
Hawk.He loved local history and gave time to the Freeport Museum.

As he wished he will be cremated and a memorial service celebrating his life 
will be held Friday, June 28, 2024, at 11am at the First Baptist Church of 
MIddleville at 5215 N.M-37 Highway, Middleville, MI 49333. there will be a light 
lunch to follow.

In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made to the Freeport Museum Historical 
Society, P.O.Box 127 Freeport,MI 49325, or to the charity of your choice.

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