Obituary

George Edward King, Sr., 86, passed away at home in Gardnerville, Nevada, on the morning of Friday, February 20, 2026.

The eldest of the three children of Clarence Mahone King and Suzanne White King, George was born and raised in Charleston, West Virginia. After serving in the US Air Force, he attended Charleston University (known then as Morris Harvey University). He enjoyed a long, rewarding career in information technology, primarily at IBM Corporation, which afforded him the opportunity to live in many states he loved including North Carolina, Florida, Texas and California.

George was an explorer and lover of road trips, a builder of cars, a caregiver to his family and a true animal whisperer.  He raised and rescued many animals throughout his life, including Ollie, his golden retriever, and Blue, his Havanese.

Mr. King is survived by his beloved wife of 37 years, Sue Levy King; his children, George E. King, Melody M. King, and William F. Schultz; his granddaughter, Josephine E. King, and his favorite sister, Jean McClelland. He is also survived by cherished cousins, nieces, nephews and extended family.

He will be laid to rest at 1:00 p.m. this coming week, March 6, 2026, at Graceland Memorial Park in South Charleston, West Virginia, alongside his parents and his brother, Stephen C. King of Houston, Texas.

A celebration of life will also be held in Gardnerville, Nevada.

Memorial contributions can be made to Carson Valley Community Food Closet in Gardnerville, Nevada, and to Mountain Mission, Inc. in Charleston, West Virginia.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.barlowbonsall.com .

Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.