William King

William Franklin “Frank” King September 28, 1926 – September 4, 2025 William Franklin “Frank” King of Kissimmee, Florida passed away peacefully at the age of 98, after a life filled with love, laughter, and unwavering faith. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Mary, his siblings James Fulton Jr., Everett, and Nellie Jane, and his great-grandchild Lincoln Schneider. He is survived by his son William “Scott” King Sr. (Lori), daughter Kristina Hope (Daniel Santiago), grandchildren Dustin Hope (Casey), Dr. Lauren “Ashley” Schneider (Dr. Nathan), and William “Scott” King Jr. (Lauren), great-grandchildren Emery Hollars, Brady Hollars, Raelyn King, and Ella Schneider, and his beloved cat Chucky. Frank was born in Windermere, Florida to James Fulton King and Rebecca Jane Holman King, Frank lived a life so rich and full, it overflowed with stories, love, and unforgettable moments. He married the love of his life, Mary Magdaline Kennington, on January 23, 1948 at the Justice of the Peace in Winter Garden. Together, they raised two children, Scott and Kristy, and built a home rooted in faith, humor, and unconditional love. Frank proudly served in the U.S. Army from approximately 1943 to 1947, where he learned discipline, resilience, and how to take a horse kick to the knee like a champ. Though the military tried its best to instill order, Frank never let discipline interfere with his lifelong commitment to mischief. Whether sneaking snacks, cracking jokes, or stirring up harmless trouble, he always found a way to keep things interesting. He began working for the phone company in 1957 and retired in 1989, weathering a parade of corporate name changes, from Florida Telephone to United Telephone to Sprint. Frank was a master woodworker, a puzzle aficionado, and a world-class snack smuggler. He found joy in gardening, and he loved to fish. Frank was a devoted member of the Church of God in Winter Garden, serving faithfully as an usher and Sunday school superintendent. Later in life, he and Mary transferred their membership to the Church of God in Kissimmee, where he continued his service as a deacon and elder. His faith was steady, his handshake firm, and his jokes were unforgettable. In celebration of Frank’s life, the family invites you to share a laugh, enjoy a favorite treat, and spend time with someone you love, perhaps with a fishing pole in hand. Rather than tears, Frank would have hoped for smiles, stories, and the kind of moments that bring people closer. As we remember him, may we hold close the words of 2 Timothy 4:7: “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” Frank lived with joy, served with devotion, and loved without reservation. His legacy is written not just in stories, but in the hearts of all who knew him.

William King

September 28, 1926 - September 4, 2025