John D. King

May 12, 1924 - November 11, 2016

DANVERS- John D. King, 92, passed away on November 11, 2016 at Hathorne Hill in Danvers. Born in Danvers on May 12, 1924, he was the son of the late Edward and Anna (Tully) King. John was a lifelong resident of Danvers and graduated from Holten High School in 1942. He received his bachelor’s degree from Boston College and his Master’s degree from Boston State. John served our country with the United States Army during WWII and was honorably discharged. He was active within his community and had been a member of the Touchdown Club, American Legion and the Thomas E. Power Council #1505, Knight of Columbus. John was a communicant of Saint Mary of the Annunciation Parish. He was employed as a mailman for the United States Post office for over 25 years. He is survived by his sisters, Patricia Anastasi of Melrose and Phyllis Runnals of Danvers and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Richard King. His funeral services will begin at 8:15AM on Friday, November 18, 2016 from C.R. Lyons & Sons, Funeral Directors, 28 Elm St., Danvers, followed by his Funeral Mass at 9AM in Saint Mary of the Annunciation Church, 24 Conant St., Danvers. Burial will follow in Saint Mary Cemetery, Sylvan St., Danvers. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in John’s name to Alzheimer’s Association, 480 Pleasant St., Watertown, MA 02472.