LEE O. KING, Pacific, passed away September 10, 2017 in Paducah, Kentucky after a lengthy illness. Mr. King was born January 6, 1928 in Gerster, Missouri to Thomas and Lola (nee Replogle) King. In addition to both of his parents, Mr. King was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia (nee Myers) King, four brothers, Russell King, Rueben King, David King and Jeff King and four sisters, Irene Coy, Ruby Gilbert, Lois Richardson and Rosie Ousley.

Lee is survived by two daughters, Rita and husband Dan Gray, Benton Kentucky and Laura Reynolds, Houston, Texas, one son, Tracy King, Benton, Kentucky, five grandchildren, six great grandchildren, other relatives and a host of friends.

Mr. King was active for over 50 years in the Columbia Masonic Lodge #534 and had performed over 150 funeral services for his and other lodges in the area. 

Visitation for Mr. King is Wednesday, September 13, 2017 from 5:00 until 8:00 P.M. at Bell Funeral Home. A Masonic service will be held at 7:00 P.M. 11:00 A.M. funeral services will be held Thursday at the funeral home with Pastor Dave Lange officiating. Interment is in Pacific City Cemetery.