Dannie Ray King
August 7, 1948 ~ January 6, 2021
Born in:
Asheville, NC
Resided in:
Fletcher, NC
Dannie Ray King, 72, a lifelong resident of Fletcher, died Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at Advent Health.
Born in Asheville, he was the husband of Linda (Sheehan) King of Fletcher, and the son of the late Rev. Robert Coolidge and Ruby Lee (Freeman) King.
A 1967 graduate of TC Roberson High School, he was a US Air Force veteran. Dannie retired in 2009 from Arvin/Meritor in Fletcher after 27 years of employment.
A man with a generous heart, Dannie was an avid fisherman and enjoyed riding his motorcycle with his cycle buddies. He always looked forward to his daily walks at the park with his friends Buddy and Bennie, and he cherished his close relationship with his cousins Tommy and Bobby.
In addition to his wife of 53 years, he is survived by two sons: Robert Brian King (Jennifer Lee) of Fletcher and Brandon Ray King (Courtney Medack) of Castroville, TX; three grandchildren whom he loved dearly: Robert Preston, Easton Ray, and Brantlee Ann King; and a sister, Patricia King Robinson of Morganton, NC.
A graveside service will be held at 11 AM Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at Words of Life Tabernacle Cemetery with Rev. Forrest Sheehan officiating.
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Graveside Service: January 12, 2021 11:00 am
Words of Life Tabernacle Cemetery
Glenn Bridge Road
Arden, NC 28704
828-252-3535
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Words cannot express our sympathies. Danny was such a giving, wonderful, kind man and we are fortunate to have had him in our lives for many years. We have many great memories with your family that we cherish. May God comfort you and your family.
Linda: We are so sorry for your loss. Danny will be greatly missed.
Nancy and Wes Hill
Many fond memories of time spent with Danny and Linda, Tommy and Hazel. He will be missed.
My heart aches for you and your family. He was like a gentle giant. Always had a smile for everyone. I know you have many wonderful memories and may God comfort you.
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GOES OUT TO YOU LINDA AND THE FAMILY DURNING THE LOSS OF YOUR BELOVED ONE , DANNIE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY ALOT HE HAD TOUCHED IN HIS LIFE GOD HAS GOT ONE OF THE BEST I KNOW IN A SHORT TIME , LOVE DOC&LINDA ,TONY BUTLER & FAMILY
Linda,
We are so sorry. Dannie was a wonderful person. Although we are not attending any gatherings at this time, our hearts are with you.
Love Jim and Kathy
We were sorry to here of your loss .We are glad we got to enjoy him around the campfires. He will be missed.
Linda and family,,so sorry to hear of Danny’s passing..saying prayers for comfort and peace..God bless ..
Linda,
Our deepest sympathy for you and your family. We have great memories of our time spent with Dannie and will always cherish them.
Love to all,
Robert and Nancy
Linda, Vicki and I are so sorry for your loss. Dannie was one of the nicest man I ever met. We are in Ohio visiting Vick’s Son and unfortunately will be unable to attend the Service. Our sympathy and prayers are with you.
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God bless each and every one
I’m extremely sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family.
Love,
Fletch
Linda,
We only met you and Dannie seven years ago but you both made us feel like old friends. Our deepest sympathy
to you and your family. God Bless
Dave & Sheila
I am so sorry for your loss. Dannie with definitely be missed! God keep you and heal You! Love you guys, Brandon and Brian!]
Brian and family. I am so sorry for your loss. I really enjoyed the time we all spent together fishing years ago on our little tournament trail. Getting to know your dad was a real pleasure. He was always the kind of man you wanted to be around.