James King

KING, James Daniel - Age 78, of Fenton, died Sunday, October 17, 2021.  A memorial gathering will be held from 2-6 PM Saturday, October 23, 2021 at Sharp Funeral Homes; Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Road, Fenton concluding with military honor.  Those desiring may make contributions to Fenton Community Foundation, Jason E. King, Thinking of others first Fund.

James was born November 20, 1942 in Flint, the son of James and Olive (Lavack) King.  He was a 1960 graduate of Southwestern High School in Flint.  He served in the U.S. Army.  He married Cheryl Ann Corey February 20, 1971 in Flint.  James retired from GM Chevrolet V-8 Engine Plant after 25 years of service.  He was a member of the U.A.W. Local 659.  He traveled with a bowling league and carried a 286 average.  He loved classic car cruises, working on home projects, movie showings with the grandkids, and Menards rebates.  His family always came first.

Surviving are: his wife, Cheryl; daughter, Melissa Scarberry; granddaughter, Baylee Scarberry; grandson, Logan James Scarberry; sisters, June Adams and Vivian Smith all of Fenton; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Jason E. King; sister, Mary Krzys.  Tributes may be shared at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.