James V. King
April 15, 1955 ~ November 11, 2022
Resided in:
Sanford, Maine
James V. King, of Sanford, passed away at his home on Friday, November 11, 2022. He was born in Bangor, Maine on April 15, 1955 a son of the late Robert and Eva (Goddard) King. He served in the US Air Force.
He is predeceased by his brothers, Robert Goddard, Gerald King, Kevin King.
He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Sharon (Robichau) King. His children, Shirleyann King, Roberta King, Savannahann King, David Marsolais, Lisa Spencer Marsolais, grandchildren, Joseph, Jayme, Shawn, Natasha, Joshua, Faith, Michael, Hendrix, his siblings, Debra Hummel, Patrick King, Michael King, Serena Johnson as many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service with military honors will be held in the spring of 2023 at the Southern Maine Memorial Veterans Cemetery in Springvale.
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That it was important for him to follow in our Dad’s foot steps and Service in the Air Force. He was so proud of that.
The day he took for a ride to meet God. And I really thought I was going to meet him . Told him we can knock-on the door and ask for Dunken.
He was much more then just a Veteran. He was head strong,he took pride in very job He did and loved to fish with his son.
Jimmy one day intake that trip.
Don’t ever make the mistake of trying to out bullshit him.
He learned from the best his Dad. His stories were so good all you could was laugh. Loved hearing them.
James is one of my baby brothers.
As Jimmy would say.
Those who knew him knew him well those who didn’t can go to hell.
I love you Jimbo have fun and let the good times roll your home now right where you wanted to be.
When he went out and got drunk with his brother and Scott and they stopped to do Chinese fire drills. Because one always fell down.
He always rated out our Dad to MA about where he hid his pony bottles when we were kids. For candy or new toy.
When he went outside in his bath robe in the dead of winter in his Cowboy boots and slide on his ass the length of the drive way.
He Serve his country for a year as an MP. and was proud to serve.
His tools.
His short cuts.
The day Mom and Dad brought him home. All I said was another boy.
His brother Bobby’s Truck
His scenic rides.
Use to be Christmas for him.
When he’d tell Shaz shut up and get in the house. Can’t use the real words here.
Being a jack of all trades.
Spending time with Faith and Tasha. Bull shitting with Dougie while drinking at a fire pit.
Fishing and Spending time with his brother Bobby.
We had a love hate relationship. But we always had one in other’s back. To a point!!
Told me after I loss Tom you can do anything you set your mind too. True story
The pass 12 years I can honestly say his home always had others living there. His door was always open.
He was the a beautiful baby.
He out shined us all.. But remember that was only when he was a baby .love ya Jimbo.
Philadelphia lawyer.
He was amazing he meant so much to me and everyone in his life. There are so many memories we have together I miss him so much I wish he was still here. We had a special bond even my nana didn’t understand it we were best friends I wish that we had more time together we could’ve made so many more memories.
My papa was the best. I have so many amazing fun memories with him I wish I could still make those memories. When I was over he would always cook and his food was amazing I would watch him cook and he would teach me so many things but the foods will never taste the same he had this special touch that nobody else has. He was a special person he did so much I will always remember him and all the memories
How he was selfless and a military man
being in the military and making america a free place to Live
The most selfless man in the world
even though Jimmy was sick he came down a fixed my garbage disposal and I can never say thank yo so much I know it took a lot out of you but I am so greatful
I knew James though marriage but he always felt like a brother instead of a brother in law
Jimmy you went too soon you will be not forgotten I love you
Jimmy was an amazing man he was funny and caring I am honored to call him my father in law rest easy Jimmy don’t catch all the salmon up there save some for the rest of us I love you
When Jimmy came to my sons 7th birthday party and found out who made the peanut butter fudge. Everytime he talked to mom he would offer to make her peanut butter fudge.
Jimmy was a very caring man with a big heart! He would help just about anyone that needed it.
Jimmy was my uncle and my son’s great uncle.
For Jimmy with love! We will miss you
The look on his face when he realized dad was still breathing.
His brother Bobbys truck
He wouldn’t eat in front of people
Tashas birthday party at his house.
His favorite place was anywhere he could fish.
Whenever he would offer to make mom peanut butter fudge or give mom a hard time.
Fixing things
Giving mom a hard time.
Take your own advice..
His stories.
He opened up his home to others.
I admired Jimmy for how hard he worked and his stubbornness.
He was great at telling stories and jokes.
His big heart and willingness to help others.
My dad always me taught that I had to work hard for what I get , his hard work ethics,
Shrimp wiggle , and making a bet with a friend and he lost to where he had to wheel barrel his friend around town
My dad loved to cook , he loved fishing, he was a man who always had to be right
My dad was a man with many jokes, and sarcastic comebacks ,he was funny and he would love to make others laugh
When I young he would decorate our house for Christmas and the neighbors thought our house was Santa’s workshop , he would tell me that he worked for Santa , until one day i caught him in his undies placing presents under the tree and he told me Santa asked for his help .
Jimmy is my father
I didn’t think our last time making jokes would be through a facetime call, I was coming up on the 12th like you requested , I seen you in pain and just not wanting to fight , even though I know in my mind and heart you are not in pain no more and suffering I am glad to know you are at peace. I know you are up there with Nannie, Poppa, Uncle Kevin, Uncle Jerry, and Uncle bobby and Anita (Mom) , Even though we are all sadden by you passing , I know you would want use to know you are in good hands and i know they all welcomed you home , so this was not a good bye but this is a see ya on the other side shithead . Love your Daughter Roberta
When him and my mother danced around the living room and she picked him up and continued to dance with him
He served in the air force .
Comedian , he always had a joke to say
He valued his tools,
Pulling his hair from the back to the front of his head ,
My dad and I would watch baseball he loved the red sox and I was a Yankee fan, so when they played if my team won I got money if my team lost I had to do push ups.
Favorite holiday was Christmas cause he loved decorate, possession would be My uncle Kevin’s eagle collection he had,
When we would get on the phone and start making jokes about each other or make jokes about his wife and laugh ,
Talking Smack , thinking he was always right , shopping , Being a handy man
He loved to fish, he loved wrestling, nascar, making others laugh, drinking a cold beer
My dad taught me to cook, how to make a bed military style , how to have manners when adults where present, he taught me that you ate all your food while hot
He would always help a friend in need .
My Sweet 16 Dance with my father
My dad use to drive trucks and he loved being on the road to travel
We had a love /hate relationship but when we where good it was full of laughs and smiles ,
I wish I got to hug you one more time.
I’m really missing our live chats,
you looked so good Thursday night sitting up on the bed and I told you that,and you said i always look good.ill so miss calling you on your birthday just to tell you that your older then me.Love you Jimmy and will always miss you
Served his country
My grandfather was the best shit talker ever ❤️
Uncle Jimmy, you’ll forever be missed by so many. You always knew how to make anyone laugh, and the last few weeks before you left us, you had me laughing harder than I have in a long time. I’m sure you’re making everyone laugh where you are now, with Unlce Jerry, Uncle Bobby, Uncle Kevin, Nanny and Pupup. Will forever miss you.
Love, Shawn Junko
Sorry to hear of your loss was a great cook and long lost friend blessings