Arthur David King
July 9, 1932 - July 6, 2004
Obituary
Arthur David King, Jr. 7/9/32 to 7/6/04, died peacefully at Swedish Hospital with his family at his side. Arthur graduated from Garfield High School in 1950. Mr. King worked for Boeing for 33 years before retiring. He loved to fish, go to Reno and Laughlin, Nevada, was an avid UW Husky fan and loved to play poker with his son and friends. He belonged to senior citizen slow pitch league, which he enjoyed immensely. He is survived by wife, Alice of 45 years, daughter Shannan Dr. Stan Nishimura, of Kirkland and son Loren of Seattle, and grand-dog Chloe. Sisters Mildred Loo of Stockton, Marion James Wong of Portland, Delores Lee of New Jersey. Brother Ronald Diane King of Seattle. Numerous nieces nephews. Graveside services will be Saturday, July 10, at 11:00a.m. at Lake View Cemetery by the Azalea Wall. Viewing Friday July 9 from 9a.m. to 5 p.m. at Bonney-Watson 1732 Broadway, Seattle, WA, 206-322-0013. Donations made to Kin On Nursing Home or Alfred Mar and Norman Mar Scholarship Fund with SCAA. Make checks payable to the SCAA Alfred Mar and Norman Mar Scholarship Fund c/o Daisy Mar, 4816 28th South, Seattle, WA 98108. Arrangement by Bonney-Watson
Your family doesn’t probably remember me. But, my father, Ransome Ron Yeigh, and your father Art worked at Boeing together and fished together. Some of my favorite childhood memories are getting up at 3:00 AM and going out fishing with your father and mine, watching the sunrise and these to men so serious and intent on reeling in a keeper.
I also have fond memories of coming to your home in the International District and your family coming to ours. I remember two sweet little children Shannan and Loren. I also have fond memories of your chiauau mispelled Chi Chi, I believe was her name -I know it had to be changed at one point.
Your partents, Uncle Art and Aunt Alice, always came with a gift of some sort, my favorite was the shrimp chips which I still enjoy. On occasions such as this I am filled with fond memories of salt air, the sport of fishing, sunrises and friendships.
My father passed away in 1979. But hearing of Art’s passing I couldn’t let this opportunity pass me by to let you know that he and your family touched a little girl’s life and left a lasting wonderful impression.
Alice, Shannan and Loren take care of yourselves and one another though a most difficult time.
Take Care,
Sincerely and Fondly,
Shelley Yeigh