Dorothy L. King's Obituary
Big Rapids Dorothy L. King, 86, of Big Rapids, went to be with her Lord Sunday, July 12, 2009, from her residence. She was born April 5, 1923, in Big Rapids, the daughter of Otto and Ruth (Schippa) Sack, and graduated from Big Rapids High School in 1941. In her youth, Dorothy worked at Liberty Dairy, and then worked as a bookkeeper for Hanchett Manufacturing Company for several years. On June 14, 1947, she married H. L. Doc King, and Dorothy and Doc owned and operated King-Johnson Oil Company for over 40 years until retiring in 1986. Dorothy was a life member of St. Peters Lutheran Church in Big Rapids, where she was baptized, confirmed, and married. She was a long-time member of the L.L.W., and taught Sunday School there for many years. St. Peters was the joy in Dorothys life, and she took great pride in decorating the church for the seasons. Dorothy was also well-known for her cakes that she baked for all occasions, as well as her flowers and craftwork. She was also a member of the Third Ward Extension Group. Surviving are her daughter, Zonna Heck of Big Rapids; 2 grandchildren, Daniel and Katie; 2 sisters, Liz Oleson of Big Rapids, and Annie Clements of Battle Creek; 1 brother, Ronald (Judi) Sack of Big Rapids; and many nieces and nephews. Dorothy was also preceded in death by her brother Glen Sack and her sister Beatrice Marlette. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 15, 2009, at St. Peters Lutheran Church in Big Rapids, with Rev. John Bookshaw officiating. Burial will be in the Highland View Cemetery. Memorial contributions for St. Peters Lutheran Church and School may be left at the Mohnke Funeral Home, where Dorothys family will greet friends today (Tuesday) from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. and at the church after 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday. Share a memory or express condolences at www.mohnkefuneralhome.com.
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