Ronald A. King, of Hollandale, died on March 17, 2017 after a long illness, at Good Samaritan Society in Albert Lea, Minnesota. A family service will be held in August with Military Honors.
Ronald was born on May 26, 1939 to parents Fletcher E. and Ada E. (McWha) King. He attended grade school in Maple Island and Hollandale and graduated from Albert Lea High School in 1957. Ron joined the Marine Corps that August and served our country proudly for nine years. He was honorably discharged in October of 1966. He worked as a Brinks branch manager in California for years. He moved home to Hollandale 10 years ago to be close to family. Ron's favorite pastimes included writing poetry, oil painting, and caring for his pets.
Survivors include Ronald's children: Terri Lynn, Debbie, Michelle, and Fletcher; seven siblings: Robert L. King of Hollandale, MN, Roger E. (Joan) King of Onalaska, WI, Ralph W. (Judi) King of La Crescent, MN, Richard E. (Thea) King of La Crosse, WI, Raymond D. (Elaine) King of Albert Lea, MN, Rebecca A. (Martin) Norwood of Albert Lea, MN, Rudy E. (Nancy) King of Upsala, MN; and many other relatives. Ron is also survived by a very dear friend, Jenny Pope of Waterville, ME.