Dale A. King

Dale Alvin King, son of Eldon and Mary (Phillips) King, was born in Maryville, Missouri on December 27 ^th , 1947 and departed this life on Wednesday, August 19, 2020 in his Kansas City home surrounded by family at the age of 72.

He grew up in Worth, MO graduating from Worth County High School in Grant, City. He lived there until 1983 before residing in Hopkins, MO until 1987. He then moved to Maryville. Dale and his wife spent 8 years together in Tucson, AZ. enjoying retirement.

Dale proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He was in the 9 ^th Artillery Unit and saw action in the Vietnam War.

Dale was a member of the First Christian Church in Hopkins, MO. He enjoyed farming and working the land. He liked to tinker in the garage and work on cars. He loved to camp and travel. He also enjoyed woodworking but was happiest in his boat catching fish.

He was an electrician at Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville. He was then self-employed for many years.

In 1967 he married Connie Elaine Davidson and to this union, two sons were born.

Later in 1989 on Valentine’s Day, Dale united in marriage to Kathryn J. Houston Roush, and her two sons.

Survivors include Scott (Sheila Walkenshaw) King, Neosho, MO, and Aaron G. (Nicole) King, Granger, IA. Two stepsons: Robert Todd (Karla) Roush, Maryville, MO, and Michael L. (Kristin) Roush, Lee’s Summit, MO. Two brothers: Marvin (Corina) King, Grant City, MO, and Larry King, Stanberry, MO. Brother-in-laws: Ronald (Dennis Dau) Houston, Maryville, MO, Galen (Frances) Wilson, Green Castle, MO. Twelve adoring grandchildren; Jace, Jordan, Jonathan, Connor, Tanner, Michaela, Leanna, Brayden, Mia, Mika, Hayden, and Grayson. Two great grandchildren: Chloe and Hunter. One niece and nephew.

Mr. King will be cremated, and his memorial service will be at 10:30AM on Wednesday, August 26, 2020 at the Bram Funeral home in Maryville, MO. Military Rites will be conducted at the funeral home following the memorial service.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home for one hour prior to the start of service on Wednesday at 9:30AM.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Paralyzed Veterans of America. 801 Eighteenth St., Washington, D.C. 20006.

With gratitude and appreciation, the family thanks everyone for their support and prayers during this difficult time.