Jean King of Covington, passed away Sunday, March 3, 2019, at 93 years of age. Born July 2, 1925, in Greenville, SC, to James Chester and Georgia Cleon (Paris) Thomas, who have preceded her in death, Jean attended Stone Elementary and Greenville High School. She then attended Lander College, graduating in 1946, with a degree in mathematics. During her time at Lander, Jean was very involved in student activities, serving as class president, and winning the award for Best All-Around Athlete in 1946. She was also named to Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges in 1946. After graduation she taught school in Williamston, SC, where she met her future husband, Bill King. They were married in December 1948, and lived in a home that Bill built in Pelzer, SC. Jean and Bill, along with their family, moved around with his job throughout the 50's and 60's, living up and down the East Coast. In 1963 they moved to Calhoun, GA, and then in 1967, they moved to Covington, where they settled. They were active members of First Baptist Church and American Legion Post 32 in Covington. In addition Jean and Bill played tennis with ALTA and PATA teams, as well enjoying bridge with various friends and clubs. After Bill's death in 2001, Jean remained active for several years before moving to Carrollton to live with her daughter, later moving to Carrollton Manor. Mrs. King was preceded in death by her husband, Bill King; and parents.
Survivors include her children Susan Herringdine of Carrollton, Rachel and Jim Manget of Trussville, AL, Bill, Jr., and Angela King of Covington, Gail King of Gainesville, Cheryl Rains of Athens; 14 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren.
A Funeral Service for Mrs. King will be held Wednesday, March 6, 2019, 12:00 Noon, at First Baptist Church, 1139 Usher Street, Covington, with Dr. Cody McNutt officiating. Interment will follow in Lawnwood Memorial Park. Friends may visit with the family at the church one hour prior to the service, from 11:00 AM – 12:00 Noon. Flowers are accepted or donations may be made to First Baptist Church in memory of Mrs. Jean King.
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