John Jay King, 63, passed away Monday, August 21, 2023 in Whitt. He was born January 23, 1960 in Orange County California to Beresford and Donna (McCune) King, who preceded him in death. John was a hard working plumber and oil field worker. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, barbecuing and spending time with his family. John was a loving father, grandfather and friend. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. John is survived by his sons, Jarrod King and wife Lynzie, Brandon King and Ne’Stephany Britton; daughter, Lindsay Williams; grand children, Mackenzie, and Levi; sister, Barbara Smith; ex-wife and life long friend Diane King, numerous nieces and nephews and extended family who he loved very much