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Harry G. King, 90, of Millersville, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, March 16, 2016.
He was the husband of Florence M. Bentley King, with whom he shared 68 years of marriage this past August 2nd. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Harry Z. and Helen M. Russell King.
Harry had worked for Hamilton Watch and Hamilton Precision Metals as a vacuum melter for over 40 years.
A tenor saxophonist, he played for many years with local swing band orchestras including the Chet Lincoln Orchestra. He had played baseball for the Hamilton Watch baseball team. His greatest enjoyment was fishing, making his own lures and tackle. He also loved good food and spending time in his vegetable garden.
Harry was a US Navy veteran of World War II, serving on LST 603 in the invasion of southern France. In addition to his wife, Florence, he is survived by his children: Harry G. King married to Gerald J. Griffin of Powhatan, VA, Kathy A. married to Anthony Leeking of Lancaster, Sharon M. King of Lancaster, and Marilyn L. Nicastro of Millersville; his 4 grandchildren Sarah, Julian, Olivia, and Emily and his great granddaughter Layla. He is also survived by his sister, Caroline Gilliland of Zelienople, PA and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Martha Mooney and Janet Zuchva.
Friends will be received on Tuesday, March 22, 2016 from 9:30-11AM at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 441 N. George St., Millersville, PA, with the Funeral Service to follow at 11AM. Interment in Riverview Burial Park. Please omit flowers, making contributions in Harry's name to Hospice and Community Care, 685 Good Drive, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125.
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