J.M. King, aged 72, one of Richland township’s foremost and most prominent citizens, died at his home at Seagrove yesterday morning at 6 o’clock following a stroke of paralysis Sunday morning. Mr. King suffered a very light stroke about a month ago, but had overcome it and was in his usual state of health. On Saturday afternoon he went to Seagrove on business and was making preparations to attend church services at Fair Grove on Sunday.
Mr. King was twice married, the first time to Miss Lucy J. Tucker, the daughter of the late William Tucker. To this unin were the following children: Mrs. Zora Brown, Ramseur; Mrs. Ross Cox of Tampa, Fla; Mrs. Cora Vuncannon, High Point; W.c. King, High Point; Lonnie and Elsie King of Seagrove, Route 1. Mr. King was married the last time to Miss Bettie Owen, who died several years ago.
Since early life Mr. King had been a member of the Fair Grove church and had been one of the leaders in religious, educational and civic affairs in his community. His genial, happy disposition made him a general favorite among his friends and acquaintances.
In addition to his immediate family Mr. King is survived by one sister, Mrs. J.O. Forrester of Ramseur, and three brothers, Will King of Ramseur; Alfred King of Seagrove; and Noah King of Seagrove, Route 2.
The funeral service will be conducted at Why Not at 1 o’clock this afternoon. Rev. J.W. Hulin, the pastor, will have charge and will be assisted by other ministers who have been former pastors of the deceased.
From the front page of the Asheboro Courier, Feb. 5, 1925. There is a community called Whynot in Randolph County, N.C. It was printed as 'Why Not'in the newspaper article.
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