Obituary for Richard "Dick" L. King (Guest book)

Message from Ely Costello

January 24, 2017 9:31 PM

Dear Ma and family,
My heart goes out to all of you. I'm so, so sorry for your loss. Mr. King, as principal and teacher, was an important role model for me, (as you were and are, Ma) throughout my formative years. The examples you both set by your Iives has changed mine forever, and I am truly grateful. My prayers are with you all, now and always.
Love, Ely

A candle was lit by Ely & Sean Costello & family on January 24, 2017 8:55 PM

Message from Dennis & Joy Krubsack

January 21, 2017 1:02 PM

We just learned of Dick's passing & wish to express our deepest sympathy to Connie and the family. It took Dick a long time to force me to stop calling him Mr. King but it took a brief time for me to enjoy his humor & smile. Connie was his perfect smiling life partner.

Message from Todd & Amy Prellwitz

January 20, 2017 7:37 AM

Our sincere condolences to the King family. May god comfort you during this difficult time.

A candle was lit by Todd & Amy Prellwitz on January 20, 2017 7:35 AM

Message from Vickie Kafka Keigley

January 19, 2017 11:54 PM

My sincere sympathy to the whole family. I had great respect for Mr. King as a teacher and remember him fondly. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time.

Message from Bob Kasson

January 19, 2017 9:02 PM

Sincere condolences to the King family. Mr. King was well respected as a teacher and a coach. Many are better people because of his guidance and good example. He will be missed.

Message from Mike and Karen Sorenson

January 19, 2017 6:27 PM

Connie and Family,
Our deepest condolences for your loss. Dick meant a lot to us and he will be missed.

A candle was lit by The Carters on January 19, 2017 4:10 PM

Message from Dean, Sonia, Nick and Terra Carter

January 19, 2017 4:09 PM

Connie and family,
We are deeply saddened to hear about Dick, he was one of a kind.
We have so many great memories.
Our deepest sympathies to all.
God Bless
The Carter's

A candle was lit by Brent and Suzie Rogers on January 19, 2017 2:02 PM

Message from Dave and Debbie Forrest and family

January 19, 2017 12:13 PM

Dear Jill , your dear father will always be remembered as a kind, generous man. We loved seeing him on his visits to oak creek! Our prayers are with you as they always are! Love you all.

A candle was lit by Jim & Kathy Klingbeil on January 19, 2017 10:54 AM

Message from The Van Daalwyk Family

January 19, 2017 9:51 AM

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the King family at this very difficult time. God Bless !

Message from Brian Schertz

January 19, 2017 4:47 AM

Jill-
My deepest sympathies go out to you and your entire family. I was blessed to have "Mr. King" as a teacher. The lessons he taught extended far beyond the classroom. He was a very inspirational man! My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time.

Message from Norman and Stefanie Marraccini

January 18, 2017 7:02 PM

Jill,
We are so sorry for your loss. We know how much your father meant to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones.

Deepest sympathies,
Norm & Stefanie

Message from Ray & Mina Hill

January 18, 2017 1:11 PM

Please accept our condolences.

A candle was lit by Ray & Mina Hill on January 18, 2017 1:08 PM

Message from Nancy Eberhardt

January 18, 2017 12:51 PM

Connie,
I am so sorry for your loss. It's like we get put into this situation that we never wanted to be in....a group called "widows".... and we don't have any choice. I do know it's hard for you & your family. But remember there are a lot of us on this group & know that I will help & support you in any way I can. Please call or email if you want to talk.
Gods Blessings to you & your family
Nancy

Message from Kurt Rasmussen

January 18, 2017 11:30 AM

Connie, Jill, Barb and Les,
So sorry to hear of Dick's passing. He was one of my favorite teachers. I respect him greatly as an educator and as a man. He will be missed by all that knew him.

God bless

Message from Katie McMahon-Ellenz

January 18, 2017 8:56 AM

So very sorry to hear about the passing of Dick. He was one of my favorite teachers. May God hold all of you in his hands and make this difficult time easier for you.

A candle was lit by Katie McMahon-Ellenz on January 18, 2017 8:54 AM

A candle was lit by April Shufelt & family on January 18, 2017 7:54 AM

Message from Kevin, Karen,Megan and Logan Zarling

January 17, 2017 8:06 PM

Sending our deepest sympathy to the King Family.

Message from Dean and Paula Styczynski

January 17, 2017 8:01 PM

Dear Connie and the King family,
Words cannot express how sad we are that Dick has passed on. We will miss him stopping by during your walks, to give Dean a hard time or tell him a joke. I will miss his big smile that always held a hint of mischievousness. All of us were lucky to have him touch our lives in one way or another. Unfortunately Connie, we will not be in town on Friday. We will stop by in a few weeks. Our deepest sympathy to all of you.

Message from Mike Fischer, Class of 81

January 17, 2017 5:22 PM

Connie, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. May the love of Christ comfort you during this difficult time and bring you peace. Coach King was a wonderful coach, leader, teacher and mentor. He taught us so many life lessons and was truly a student centered educator. He will always be special in my memory.

Message from Mary (Kohel) Zabel

January 17, 2017 9:20 AM

I am so sorry to hear of your loss, what a wonderful man. My prayers and sympathies are with your family.

Message from Pam Williams Hillmann

January 17, 2017 9:09 AM

So sorry for your loss Connie and family.

Message from Scott Rasmussen

January 17, 2017 8:13 AM

On behalf of the Rasmussen family our sincerest sympathies to the King family in the untimely passing of a very good man. I'll never forget the respect I had for him as a teacher in Junior High School or the time he let me and my Dad borrow a couple sets of snowshoes to use beaver trapping up north. I feel fortunate to have known him.

Message from Lisa (Joy) Jacobson

January 17, 2017 7:29 AM

I am so very sorry that your life has been turned upside down and you're having to go through the pain of losing your husband and dad. It's so hard and my prayers go out to your entire family! He was a great teacher and always welcoming when Barb had friends over. Hold tight to those memories. Lisa

A candle was lit by Dave Zoch, with thoughts and prayers on January 17, 2017 7:24 AM

Message from Tom and Lynn Paroubek

January 17, 2017 7:22 AM

Sending our condolences to the entire King family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. 🙏🏻💕

A candle was lit by Tom and Lynn Paroubek on January 17, 2017 7:18 AM

Message from Sadie Elick

January 17, 2017 7:16 AM

So sad to hear about Uncle Dicks passing. He was such a great guy and so many of my memories come from spending time at the cabin on Pine Lake... including one involving a small boat. I will miss him bunches. Sending hugs to Aunt Connie and my cousins.

A candle was lit by Sadie and Bob Elick , Jason and Hannah on January 17, 2017 7:10 AM

A candle was lit by Tracie on January 17, 2017 6:47 AM

Message from Port Washington

January 17, 2017 6:45 AM

There are many, many good memories from my youth of going "Up North" to see Uncle Dick, Aunt Connie, and the cousins. Uncle Dick had a booming voice, a commanding presence, and a kind heart. I will hold these memories in my heart forever. More dedicated family man/friend you could never meet. He will be greatly missed.

A candle was lit by Mark Moran - Marion on January 16, 2017 9:37 PM

A candle was lit by Joe Hill on January 16, 2017 9:36 PM

A candle was lit by Dennis and Dorothy Kegley on January 16, 2017 8:43 PM

Message from cedarburg

January 16, 2017 8:31 PM

We are so sad to hear about Uncle Dick. He was a such a loving man. He will be greatly missed.
Love,
Ryan, Katie, Oscar and Elliott

Message from Rae

January 16, 2017 8:30 PM

So sorry to hear about Richards passing. My thoughts and prayers go to to his family.

Rae Heidersheid Nichols

Message from Andrew Lorge

January 16, 2017 8:24 PM

Very sorry to hear of "Mr King's" Passing. He was a great teacher and a super nice man. My most sincere condolences to the King family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless all of you

A candle was lit by Christa Krueger on January 16, 2017 8:23 PM

A candle was lit by Andrew Lorge on January 16, 2017 8:21 PM

A candle was lit by The Young family~Bill, Jami, Alyson, and Taylor on January 16, 2017 8:17 PM

A candle was lit by Derk Hopp on January 16, 2017 7:41 PM

A candle was lit by Luckow family on January 16, 2017 7:32 PM

Message from Jan & Terry Mielke

January 16, 2017 7:20 PM

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Connie. Know that we are with you in spirit. May all the memories you and your family have of great times spent with Dick help comfort you during this time.

Message from Paul and Rose Gerow

January 16, 2017 7:11 PM

We send our condolences !!! Paul went to school with Dick and Connie !!! May God Bless and comfort the family.

Message from Kathy and George Zalewski

January 16, 2017 7:09 PM

To the King family,

Our sincere sympathies for your loss. Dick was an amazing man who had a way of making all he interacted with feel like family. It is hard to under-estimate his impact on the lives of his community, be that community his church, his students, his family, and his friends. We are all better people for having known him, and offer you strength as you weather his loss most personally. Our love to you all -

Kathy (Danielson) and George Zalewski

Message from Beth (Goltz) Krmaer

January 16, 2017 6:57 PM

Dear Connie, Barb, Jill and Les and families,
So sorry to hear of Dick's passing. He was such a good and fun teacher "back in the day". He put up with quite a bit from "the girls from the class of '83". And what a wonderful person outside of school as well. Praying for your family in this difficult time and keeping you in my thoughts.

Message from Brenda Habeck

January 16, 2017 6:47 PM

RIP Mr King!!
Condolences to the King family.

A candle was lit by Brenda Hattermann Habeck on January 16, 2017 6:45 PM

Message from Burr and Helen Tolles

January 16, 2017 6:40 PM

We offer our prayers and condolences to Dick's family. He was quite and good teacher who always seemed to find time for students.

A candle was lit by Sandy young on January 16, 2017 6:39 PM

Message from Kathryn Sieman

January 16, 2017 6:37 PM

So sorry for your loss - you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Message from Jim G

January 16, 2017 6:22 PM

I'm very sad to hear about Mr.King's passing.. He is one of my favorite teachers and as had a much bigger influence on my life then he would ever know

A candle was lit by Mark & sara dimick on January 16, 2017 5:39 PM

Message from Dan and Jane Etheidge

January 16, 2017 5:16 PM

We are very sad the world lost a great man yesterday. I still can remember him as a great motivator. His smile when we went undefeated in basketball will always be with me. RIP

A candle was lit by Dan & Jane Etheridge on January 16, 2017 5:08 PM

A candle was lit by Wipijewski family on January 16, 2017 5:08 PM

Message from Sandi Wilson Guite

January 16, 2017 5:02 PM

I have many wonderful memories of Mr. King. He was one of my favorite teachers. I loved his sense of humor and his caring way with all students. My sympathies are with the entire King family during your time of sorrow.

Sandi Wilson Guite

Message from Jim and Denver and auntie Grace

January 16, 2017 4:40 PM

We are so sorry to hear about your recent loss. Duck was always a special cousin but mostly a great nephew to Auntie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim, Denver,and Auntie.

A candle was lit by Beth Rohrer Gebert on January 16, 2017 4:34 PM

Message from Pam (Schauder) Skokan

January 16, 2017 4:29 PM

My sympathy, hugs & heart are with the King Family. I am so sorry for your loss and what you are going through. I know how difficult it has been to transition after my father's sudden death and I am so sorry for your pain and sadness. I will continue to send prayers and positive energy your way. "Mr. King" will be missed by many!

A candle was lit by Kim Bessette on January 16, 2017 4:14 PM

A candle was lit by Corey Kreuger and Jill Kasper Krueger. on January 16, 2017 3:53 PM

A candle was lit by Warren & Patricia Egan on January 16, 2017 3:44 PM

Message from Patricia (Brooks) Egan

January 16, 2017 3:43 PM

Dick was always such a huge part of Mon & Dads life, we loved to see them come to visit. Excitement of their deer camp days😀. Always had the biggest smile, and at mom for her illegal deer. (Not my mom). May all his wonderful memories help you thru the difficult hours, days, years ahead. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Message from Laurel Grunewald

January 16, 2017 3:19 PM

So sorry for your loss, prayers to your family.

Message from James, Gladys Heintz & Family

January 16, 2017 3:07 PM

We are so very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Message from Joan Olsen

January 16, 2017 2:58 PM

My the Lord be with you through this difficult time and loss of a wonderful loving man,
Husband, Father and Grandpa.

Message from Rollie and Sandy Finger

January 16, 2017 2:57 PM

We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Dick. Our condolences to all of the family.

Message from Carrie Lenoble

January 16, 2017 2:53 PM

We are very sorry for your loss. Praying that God gives you and your family comfort during this difficult time. He was a great teacher!

Message from Lisa(Jorgenson) Herzberg

January 16, 2017 2:40 PM

My Thoughts and Prayers are with all Family and Friends of Mr. King. I am So Sorry for your loss. May the many good memories help heal the pain. He touched and influenced a lot of lives.

Message from Leisa (Henn) Wells

January 16, 2017 2:33 PM

With tears rolling down my face, I am still at a loss for words. This seems surreal. Even after all these years, I can still hear his laugh and can most certainly hear him yelling at me for being late for class (probably one of the very reasons I am anal about being "on time" to this day. I think he only had to tell me once!)

He and Connie were like parents to all Jill's friends who entered their home. My only regret was I didn't take Jill up on coming home to hang out with them for a day sometime.

To Jill, Connie, Barb, Les there are no words that I could extend to fill this void. May God wrap his arms around you and give you comfort during this beyond difficult time.

Love you Jill, Connie and Family!

A candle was lit by Don and Sue Haws on January 16, 2017 2:30 PM

A candle was lit by Leisa (Henn) Wells on January 16, 2017 2:20 PM

A candle was lit by Craig and Sue LeBeau on January 16, 2017 2:17 PM

Message from Sue Rohrer LeBeau

January 16, 2017 2:16 PM

So sorry to hear of Dick's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to the King family. Dick was a friendly guy who always seemed to have a smile for everyone..the family and the community has lost a wonderful man.

A candle was lit by Mike and Vicki Hertz18 on January 16, 2017 2:13 PM

Message from Dick Daley

January 16, 2017 2:09 PM

So sorry for your families loss.

A candle was lit by Dick Daley on January 16, 2017 2:08 PM

Message from Patsy Kautz

January 16, 2017 2:07 PM

Les and Jessie

May you find comfort in the memories that you shared with your dad . My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Message from The Funk Family

January 16, 2017 2:07 PM

So, Sorry to hear about Dick. He was a good and kind man. I know he will be sadly missed by his family.

A candle was lit by The Funk Family on January 16, 2017 2:05 PM

A candle was lit by Patsy Kautz on January 16, 2017 2:04 PM

Message from Robyn Rindt

January 16, 2017 2:01 PM

Sending tons of love and support to all of you during this difficult time! Heaven gained and angel with HUGE wings! What an amazing man!

A candle was lit by Jason Selwitschka on January 16, 2017 1:56 PM

Message from Jason Selwitschka

January 16, 2017 1:55 PM

Sorry for your loss.. Great Man he did so much good for the world. RIP

Message from Wendy Schoelkopf

January 16, 2017 1:47 PM

Sorry for your loss. Mr. King was a great teacher, principal, and nice man to all.

A candle was lit by Wendy Schoelkopf on January 16, 2017 1:45 PM

A candle was lit by Christina & Roger Ross on January 16, 2017 1:44 PM

Message from Todd Bessette

January 16, 2017 1:36 PM

Sorry for your loss, Mr. King was a great teacher and person.

Toddy B.

A candle was lit by Pam mosher on January 16, 2017 1:31 PM

Message from Sue Burton

January 16, 2017 1:27 PM

Sorry to hear about Me.King passing my thoughts and prayers with you all he was such a great guy

Message from Chet and Gail Jurkovac

January 16, 2017 1:26 PM

Sad to hear about Dick King passing. Remember him as a very good teacher, coach and friend. Condolences to the family. He will be missed by all. Chet and Gail Jurkovac

A candle was lit by Sue Burton on January 16, 2017 1:24 PM

Message from Brandi Suttner, Clintonville Class of 1997

January 16, 2017 1:06 PM

So sorry to hear of Mr. Kings passing. He was a great man. Lots of memories from Junior High with him as our principal. Prayers of comfort to you all during this difficult time.

Message from Jim and Emily Rawlings

January 16, 2017 1:02 PM

Our deepest sympathy. God's blessings to you and family.

A candle was lit by Brandi Suttner & Family on January 16, 2017 1:01 PM

Message from Gary and Pam

January 16, 2017 12:18 PM

You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We are sooo sadden by this news and hope you know we are here for you!! What a great guy Dick was and he is going to be truly missed!! Hugs and prayers to you all!!!

Message from Robert Kott

January 16, 2017 11:37 AM

Prayers for the whole family! The world has lost a really great educator. Dick was a great Crandon schoolmate. God will give you all strength to remember the great times he supplied.