Dr. Joe Mack King's Obituary
Dr. Joe Mack King age 76, of Mandeville passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2020 at Lakeview Regional Hospital. He was born on July 25, 1944, in Conroe, Texas to Walter Emmett King and Willie Mae Bush King.
Joe is survived by his loving daughter Rachel Rebecca King-Dunn, son-in-law Danny Mac Dunn Jr.; and grandson Jacob Easton Dunn.
He is preceded in death by his loving wife Kathryn Pauline Palmer King (June 1, 2020), parents Walter and Willie Mae King.
Joe was a native of Conroe, Texas and a resident of Mandeville for many years. He truly enjoyed his career as a Professor at University of New Orleans, and Auburn University Montgomery. His true passion was teaching. Joe continued to work up until his passing.
A Memorial Service for Joe will be held at a later date in Montgomery, Alabama. In lieu of flowers, the King family kindly ask for donations to the scholarship fund for Jacob Dunn. Donations can be mailed to: 7126 Creekwood Drive, Mandeville, Louisiana 70471.
The King family invites you to share thoughts, fond memories, and condolences online at E. J. Fielding Funeral Home Guest Book at www.ejfieldingfh.com.
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