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Richard E. “Dick” King, Jr., 80

August 7, 1942 - January 12, 2023

Richard (“Dick”) E. King, Jr., 80, of Willow Street, passed away January 12, 2023, surrounded by his loving family, at Lancaster General Hospital after a brief illness. Born August 7, 1942, he was the son of the late Richard E. King Sr., and Jean Kmetz. He was the devoted husband of Mathilda (“Tillie”) King for the past 56 years.

Dick’s life revolved around his family, especially his grandchildren. He treasured spending time with them as often as possible including family trips to Rehoboth Beach and Wildwood. He also loved to watch them play sports, youth, club, high school and college. He was very proud of their accomplishments.

Many will also remember Dick for his dedicated years coaching youth athletics, including the Willow Street Baseball Association and Penn Manor Soccer, where he coached Youth, JV and Varsity teams. While he spent his professional career in sales, mainly in the consumer packaged goods field, he was devoted to coaching and mentoring.

Richard will be sorely missed by all who knew him including his loving wife, Tillie; and his children, Richard E. King, III, husband of Darlene of Manheim, and Lori L. King of Willow Street, and grandchildren who affectionately called him “Pap”, Kaylee, Brianna, Samantha, Brendan, and Brady. He was preceded in passing by his sister, Judy.

The family is welcoming guests, Sunday, January 22, 2023, from 1 – 3PM at the Charles F. Snyder III, Funeral Home & Crematory, 2421 Willow Street Pike, Willow Street, PA 17584, with a service following. Guests are encouraged to dress casually.
Memorial contributions in Richard’s name may be made to the Humane League of Lancaster

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February 02, 2023

To the King Family,
I just wanted to express my condolences to you on the passing of “Mr. King”.  Mr. King was involved in coaching a number of my sports teams including soccer, baseball, and even basketball for a time.  For years he was a mentor and a coach that I looked up to and respected.  As time passed, he not only continued to be a mentor, but also became a friend.  I looked forward to his annual Christmas letter to the guys and throughout the years would even chat on occasion over the phone and catch up.  It wasn’t that long ago that I even tried to reach out, but apparently his number had changed and I wasn’t able to get a hold of him.  I’m sorry I didn’t try harder.  I thoroughly enjoyed playing for him all through my childhood and he helped to provide myself and so many others with such wonderful memories that I will cherish forever.  He touched so many people in such a positive way.  A life well lived for sure.  Rest in Peach Mr. King.  Your friend, Nate Kudrick.

January 17, 2023

Dear Tillie and family;
so saddened to hear the passing of Dick,sending our condolences to each of you,we have wonderful memories of Dick, praying that God will give each of you peace and comfort during this time and days ahead!Blessings Larry and RuthAnn Martin

January 17, 2023

We are all so very sorry for your loss. He truly was a great man.
Jane Young, Joyce and Frank Koczur

January 16, 2023

I was fortunate enough to have Dick as a coach for many years in Baseball and soccer, coach King was more then just a coach though as he always went above and beyond to insure his players were happy in life as well as on the field. You weren’t just a number on a Jersey to him , he really truly cared about his players and as a result his players really cared about him ! That mutual respect made for some great winning teams through the years in both Baseball , soccer and indoor soccer ! He will Truley be missed Rip my friend coach King 
 
Brad Sourbeer

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Sunday, January 22, 2023
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Charles F. Snyder III Funeral Home & Crematory
2421 Willow Street Pike
Willow Street, PA 17584
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