Marion Ethel King

Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, oh LORD, my strength, and my redeemer. Psalm 19:14 Marion Ethel King fought the good fight, kept the faith, and received her crown in glory on Thursday October 13, 2022. Marion was born in Southern Pines, NC on December 24, 1945, to Ethel Stanback McNeil and the late Clarence Stanback. Marion was the youngest of two children. She was a loving daughter, wife, mother and adoring grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband of 35 years Joseph Terry King Sr. She cherished her family. Anyone that knew Marion understood that family was very important to her. She loved hard and gave whole-heartedly in everything she did. No matter the task you would be sure to be greeted with a welcoming smile, warm spirit, and loving word. Marion received Christ at an early age and committed to serving the Lord in her church and community. Marion resided in Fayetteville, NC for many of her adult years. She retired from Marriott Inc. at Methodist College. She was an active member of Spring Lake Memorial Missionary Baptist Church in Spring Lake, NC. It was there she faithfully held many positions in ministry, but ushering was her passion. After the passing of her husband, she relocated to Lawrenceville, GA and joined New Mercies Christian Church. She “…didn’t come to sit down” was her moniker. She was an active member of the Usher, Pearls of Wisdom and Bereavement ministries. Through her love for God and her expressed excellency of His presence with joy she offered her talents to decorating the alter. Her extension of love was well received. She volunteered in the Mercy Seed food pantry. She also led an annual campaign to collect blankets in support of the 7 Bridges Ministry for the homeless during the winter months. Her deep love for God drove her to pursue spiritual knowledge, whether reading, attending conferences or speaking with small groups sharing her wisdom and testifying of the Lord’s goodness. For several years she continued her ministry, never sitting still, attended the Bible Study Fellowship women’s group at First Baptist Church in Snellville, GA. She loved the holidays, especially Christmas, and had an exceptional vision when bringing the holidays to life and mesmerizing you with her themed Christmas trees. She leaves to cherish her memories: Her mother Ethel Stanback McNeil of Lithonia, GA; four children: Jullie Harris of New York, NY, Tracy Harris of Lawrenceville, GA, Leah Smith (Jarvis) of Columbus, GA, Terry King (Maxine) of Lawrenceville, GA; five grandchildren: Quiana Smith, Justin Smith (Brittany), Christopher King, Camryn King, Jordan Arias; one great-grandson: Aidan Uweh; one brother William “Sonny” Stanback (Vanessa) of South Winsor CT, a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, friends, and all of the “adopted children that called her Mom, Momma King or Mother King”.

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Marion Ethel King

December 24, 1945 - October 13, 2022