Arrangements made by
McLaurin at Pinecrest Funerals and Cremations
12830 U.S. Highway 70 West
Clayton,
NC
27520
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Tel. (919) 553-7143
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“The summer before Karen moved to England was our summer. There was an old iron swing in my Grandmother's yard. WE sat and dreamed all the dreams...
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1 of 29 | Posted by: Starr Kirkman Randleman NC
“We miss her dearly. Karen was always bubbly and loved to come over here for desserts after their dinner at her dads place on Thanksgiving day. I...
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2 of 29 | Posted by: Uncle Gary Lee & Auntie Bernice NC
“To the King family, I too not long ago lost my father to cancer..Karen was there to help me when I needed time off to spend with him.You had a...
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3 of 29 | Posted by: Lori M Middlesex , NC
“My thoughts and prayers are with your family in your time of loss.Karen was a wonderful person I enjoyed working with her she'll always be in our...
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4 of 29 | Posted by: April Massengill
“Eric, we have just heard about Karen's death and are so saddened. I know when I saw her a few weeks ago, she was fighting the good fight as she...
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5 of 29 | Posted by: Pat & Jerry Turner Zebulon NC
“You're lives have been enriched by having such a wonderfully brave example that your wife and Mom, has set for you. She lives on as you will. She...
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6 of 29 | Posted by: Stephanie O'Rielly
“ERIC,GRAYDON & Garrick,also Mike & Joanne
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time,
We have many fond...
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7 of 29 | Posted by: Don & Gwen Warner
“We had the great pleasure of spending a day with Karen, Eric and the boys in Hawaii this year. We have such fond memories of this day when we were...
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8 of 29 | Posted by: Mark, Emilie, Evan and Elle Ketcham OH
“To the King family we send deepest sympathy and love. May God's comforting hand bring you peace during the days ahead. You will indeed meet Karen...
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9 of 29 | Posted by: Doris Coble Matthews, NC
“My dear friend, Karen. You will be missed by many. You have touched so many lives with your courage and strength. Thank you for being such a...
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10 of 29 | Posted by: Gail Cordell
“As We Look Back
As we look back over time
We find ourselves wondering .....
Did we remember to thank you enough
For all you have done for us? ...
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11 of 29 | Posted by: Kary S. Wichita, KS
“Eric,Garrick & Graydon, Thank-you for sharing your wife and Mom with us at Walmart 1816.She was such an amazing person who brought us joy...
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12 of 29 | Posted by: Cherie Morse Knightdale NC
“I remember when Eric brought his family out to Hawaii for a convention that we were working. It was there I had the pleasure of meeting Karen over...
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13 of 29 | Posted by: Rick Barbosa Littleton CO
“My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. May God keep watch over all of you.
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14 of 29 | Posted by: janice champion clayton NC
“My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family during your great loss. It was a pleasure to know Karen and I enjoyed working with her. She...
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15 of 29 | Posted by: Ruby Oneal Zebulon, NC
“Karen was a very inspirational woman to me. Her laugh was amazing and contagious. The knowledge she shared and the ability to give great advice...
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16 of 29 | Posted by: Adrea Klinger Raleigh, NC
“Eric, Garrick, and Graydon, we are so sorry for your loss. We are holding you and your loved ones in our prayers. The McCallum Family.
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17 of 29 | Posted by: The McCallum Family Vista CA
“Eric,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. God be with you, your family and close friends.
Barb
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18 of 29 | Posted by: Barb Walters Carlsbad CA
“We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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19 of 29 | Posted by: Randy and Kristi Nelson NC
“Having recently suffered the same kind of loss...I understand the pain. Everything I ever heard about Karen from Eric was wonderful. These battles...
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20 of 29 | Posted by: Ted Newill East Amherst NY
“Karen was one of the bravest if not the bravest person I have ever met. She fought so hard to win her battle with cancer and always had a smile on...
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21 of 29 | Posted by: Karen Drumm Clayton, NC
“Karen's strength and fortitude will forever be etched in my heart. She leaves behind a legacy of courage and valor from which we all can learn. We...
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22 of 29 | Posted by: Thomas Coble Clayton, NC
“Karen was a very special cousin to us. We will miss her but I know her memories will love on with you, Eric and the boys. Know our hearts are with...
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23 of 29 | Posted by: Bobby & Vicki Matthews GA
“Eric, Garrick & Graydon, you will all be in my thoughts and prayers. Karen always told me I was her hero in our professional careers but she...
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24 of 29 | Posted by: Donna Gurley Louisburg NC
“Our thoughts and prayers to you and the boys. We are always here for your family. We love you.
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25 of 29 | Posted by: The Treadwell's Raleigh NC
“Your family is in the thoughts and prayers of your extended family at Riverwood Middle School. Karen will be missed as a wonderful, proactive mom....
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26 of 29 | Posted by: Harriet Baker
“my heart and prayers are with you and your family!
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27 of 29 | Posted by: debra allen zebulon, NC
“Eric,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys.
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28 of 29 | Posted by: John Floyd Raleigh, NC
“The staff of McLaurin Funeral Home would like to express our sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Karen King. You will be in our thoughts.
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29 of 29 | Posted by: McLaurin Funeral Home Staff
Karen M. King, 44, passed away on November 1, 2009. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at McLaurin Funeral Home Chapel.
Beloved wife of Eric King, and loving mother of twins: Garrick Michael and Graydon James both of the home, daughter of Michael “ Mack “ Wayne Ayscue and the late Kathleen Hilton-Ayscue, and step-daughter of Joanne Ayscue. Karen is survived by many loving family members, and an enormous community of loving friends, all of whom will miss her dearly. She was also well respected in her professional life. Her devotion to her twin boys was unsurpassed.
Karen fought breast cancer with strength, unparalled courage, magnanimous strength and everlasting dignity, until her final breath, surrounded by all of whom she loved. Karen lived each day filled with passion and respect. Her ability to organize, communicate, and be direct was respected by all. She will forever be in our hearts and minds.
Family will receive friends and relatives Tuesday from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at McLaurin Funeral Home. Flowers are welcome or donations may be made in her memory to the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Condolences may be made to the family at www.mclaurinatpinecrest.com. Arrangements by McLaurin at Pinecrest, Funerals & Cremations, Clayton.
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The summer before Karen moved to England was our summer. There was an old iron swing in my Grandmother's yard. WE sat and dreamed all the dreams young girls have. That summer was magical because I still remember it so well. WE ran the fields and got lost in the woods,played Treasure Island along the creek. Of course, we weren't supposed to be anywhere we went which made it all the more magical. Karen dreamed the dreams of most young girls. Her main one was to find Prince Charming and have a family. I think she realized that dream. I will miss her tremendously. But that magical summer still lives on in my memories.
Posted by: Starr Kirkman Randleman, NC Nov 15, 2009
We miss her dearly. Karen was always bubbly and loved to come over here for desserts after their dinner at her dads place on Thanksgiving day. I always made sure I had prepared watergate salad for her. We will miss her smile but we will never forget her.We have good memories of her,so she does still live on in our hearts. Want the family to know we are here if they need us. Keep in touch with the family. God Bless!! Love, Auntie Bernice & Uncle Gary Lee
Posted by: Uncle Gary Lee & Auntie Bernice Henderson,, NC Nov 13, 2009
To the King family, I too not long ago lost my father to cancer..Karen was there to help me when I needed time off to spend with him.You had a special wife and mom..Karen was always full of laughter and joy..Press on knowing that she looking over you eacj and every day. She is an angel now..She was a fighter..
Lori M.
Posted by: Lori M Middlesex , NC Nov 10, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with your family in your time of loss.Karen was a wonderful person I enjoyed working with her she'll always be in our hearts.
Posted by: April Massengill Nov 09, 2009
Eric, we have just heard about Karen's death and are so saddened. I know when I saw her a few weeks ago, she was fighting the good fight as she has for the past couple of years. Her courage, her strength and her love for you and the boys kept her motivated through this journey. She was such an inspiration to so many with her larger than life smile and her determination. Even though she was loved so much by those of us who knew her and were blessed to have been touched by her life, God needed her more and has taken her into his loving embrace where she is now free of the cancer and the pain. We pray that you Eric, Graydon & Garrick will find the strength within you that was a part of Karen and your wonderful memories that she has left with you to carry on as she would want you to do. Remember that her love and support will forever be in your hearts and she will always be watching over you. She will be missed by everyone who was fortunate enough to have been touched by her wonderful spirit.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Pat & Jerry Turner, Zebulon, NC
Posted by: Pat & Jerry Turner Zebulon, NC Nov 06, 2009
You're lives have been enriched by having such a wonderfully brave example that your wife and Mom, has set for you. She lives on as you will. She will touch your cheek or whisper in your ear, so watch for it! This will let you know she lives, and is really happy with the angels. She is blessing you every day.
Posted by: Stephanie O'Rielly Nov 06, 2009
ERIC,GRAYDON & Garrick,also Mike & Joanne
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time,
We have many fond memories of Karen,beginning when we were stationed together in Virginia
May God comfort you all.
Don & Gwen Warner, Fairfield Ca
Posted by: Don & Gwen Warner Nov 05, 2009
We had the great pleasure of spending a day with Karen, Eric and the boys in Hawaii this year. We have such fond memories of this day when we were fortunate enough to have met Karen and share in her warm smile, gracious presence and unbelievable strength. To Eric, Graydon and Garrick may warm memories like this day bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead. We wish you our heartfelt sympathy as you grieve the loss of a loving and caring wife and mother.
Posted by: Mark, Emilie, Evan and Elle Ketcham North Canton, OH Nov 04, 2009
To the King family we send deepest sympathy and love. May God's comforting hand bring you peace during the days ahead. You will indeed meet Karen again. That is God's promise to us.
It was our pleasure to have met Karen and your whole family on occasions.
Jim and Doris Coble
Parents of Tommy Coble
Posted by: Doris Coble Matthews, NC Nov 04, 2009
My dear friend, Karen. You will be missed by many. You have touched so many lives with your courage and strength. Thank you for being such a wonderful friend. You will always be known to me as "Karen, the great."
Posted by: Gail Cordell Nov 04, 2009
