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Robert “Bob” E. King, 81, of Burlington, KY, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY surrounded by family.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Dorothy King (nee Hunter).
He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Sandra J. King (nee Mautz); his sons, Todd (Cheryl) King, and Jeff (Sandy) King; his siblings, Dean (Saundra) King and Phyllis (Gene) Taylor; and his brother-in-law, Bill (Kathie) Mautz.
Bob was also the proud grandpa to Jessica (John) Gottschalk and great-grandfather to Kenlee and Kolton Gottschalk.
He was a former member of the Boone County Jaycees and an Honorary Kentucky Colonel.
Bob started his career in training at Cincinnati Milacron before he left to start his successful machine tool, rebuild and retrofit company, King Tool Company in 1978.
The Hobby Shop was a favorite gathering place for family and friends. Bob spent countless hours working on various mechanical projects and his love of cars over the years. He also enjoyed golfing, fishing and hunting.
Visitation will be on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 from 2:00PM-5:00PM at Linnemann Funeral Homes in Burlington, KY. A short remembrance service will follow at 5:00PM at the funeral home. He will be laid to rest at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Hopeful Lutheran Church 6430 Hopeful Church Rd Florence, KY 41042 or Make-A-Wish Foundation 1702 E. Highland Ave., Suite 400 Phoenix, AZ 85016.
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Linnemann Funeral Homes Burlington
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Linnemann Funeral Homes Burlington
1940 Burlington PikeBURLINGTON KY 41005
Forest Lawn Memorial Park
Address: 3227 Dixie Hwy ERLANGER, KY 41018Robert “Bob” E. King
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My Friend Bob
I enjoyed Bobs friendship and compassion
with Muscle Cars . Bob would always say Sandy is in charge,Sandy is the light of my life . I will miss the parties and tours at the shop. God Bless Bob and Family .
SS
Heartfelt Condolences to Sandy, Jeff, Todd and family
My heart was saddened when I learned the news about Bobs passing. For many years Bob and I were competitors, but in 2010 we became “teammates” after Konecranes acquired our family businesses.
One of the benefits of the acquisition was the opportunity to get to know Bob and become friends.
The company that he and Sandy founded, King Tool Company was one of the top machine tool rebuilding, retrofitting and service organizations in the US.
Because of Bobs vision and his commitment to excellence, he was able to provide employment to so many families and help them make their own dreams come true.
Bob had a big heart and always viewed his employees as extensions of his family.
I feel blessed to call Bob a friend. He was one of the most gifted and talented men I have had the good fortune of knowing.
There wasn’t anything Bob couldn’t build or fix, and he was always willing to teach and share his experiences with others.
I will always be grateful to Bob for introducing my son Buddy to the person who would eventually become his wife, Ashley Snyder. This marriage resulted in the addition of a wonderful “daughter in love” and the birth of four amazing grandchildren.
Bob was a patriot and a leader with strong convictions in a world that desperately needs men who are willing to have the courage to stand up for what they believe in.
Bob had a big heart for children and frequently asked me how my daughter Tonya, who has “special needs” was doing and that meant a lot to me.
The world has lost a man who leaves a huge legacy behind that has touched so many lives in a positive way and will never be forgotten.
My prayers are with Sandy and the entire King family during this difficulty time. I thank God for the privilege of knowing Bob!
Harold Schoch
Love you Bob!!
Bob King you and Sandy was the best friends I ever had Sandy you are in my prayers love you and Bob you were the best my kids said hello and they love you both! Sandy if you ever need someone to talk to give me a call!
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