Victor Lamar King

Victor, age 64, passed away from this world, to the glorious land of our Lord on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at 12:33 a.m. He fought a good fight after living a life of love, faith and hope. Victor was born at Crisp County Hospital in Cordele, Georgia. His mother, Anna K. Morris and his father, Melvin Johnson, Sr., are still with us to witness this heartbreaking occasion. Victor's early life was spent in Winter Garden, where he joined Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church. At an early age, Victor was a very smart student. After graduating from West Orange High School in the class of 1978, he received an academic scholarship to attend Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida. Later, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. He continued his education after leaving the military at National Louis University. There, he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. Encouraged by his Aunt Brenda, he took an entrance exam at AT&T Telephone Company and scored outstanding. He was immediately hired and quickly moved up the ladder. Victor was very likable, sometimes funny, and a sharp dresser. He also loved wearing hats, which was an Identity piece for the King men. His family loved to see him walk into the room with that big smile and wearing his hat. Victor was nice to know and a joy to be with. He was a member of Kappa Alpha Psi, Fraternity, Inc. He was #4 of the 21 King Men, owner of a group home and he was a GREAT father to his two girls. Brittany, his youngest daughter, died at the age of 34 on July 25, 2024, breaking his heart and causing pain and depression to his already ailing body Victor is also preceded in death by his grandparents: Joe and Eddie Mae Johnson King, aunt: Juanita K. Harris; four uncles: Joseph II, James Sr., Charles, and Billy; sister, Dorothy; and first cousin: Artese. In addition to his loving Parents, Victor leaves on this earth a strong, loving God-fearing family of: 1 Loving Daughter: Sharnell; 6 Brothers: Melvin, Jr., Wendell, Jarvis, Yul (Beverly), Michael (Melissa), and Derrrick; 1 Sister: Diane; 2 Aunts: Bernice King Duncan and Brenda King; 3 special first Cousins: Candice (good friend and caregiver) Veronica and Denise (Big Mama's babies); 19 first Cousins; 8 Nephews, 8 nieces, 29 other nephews, and Nieces; 5 special Classmates: Charlene, Mary Ann, Rose, Valerie, and Wonzell; several other nieces, nephews, cousins, numerous dear supportive friends, and military personnel.

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Victor Lamar King

September 19, 1960 - March 8, 2025