Sidney C. King

Sidney C. King – or "Sid " as he liked to be called, was born in Toledo, Ohio and left this world to be with his beloved wife Gloria on February 16, 2018, three days before her birthday. He leaves behind family: sister Marjorie Rosenberg, daughters Linda (Jimmy) Boyd and Susan King; grandchildren Lisa Schwandt, Stephanie (Rob) Morse, Chelsea Boyd and Michael Boyd; great-grandchildren Austin Taylor, Aiden Taylor, Allie Taylor and Camden Morse and last but not last, his faithful dog, Olivia. He was pre-deceased by his father William E. King, mother Mildred King, brother Earl King and wife Gloria King. Sid was a man who lived conservatively. When he could not afford both a car and a house, he sold the car and took the bus until he could. His daughters were constantly reminded they did not live in a barn (shut the door), he did not own the electric company (shut off the light when you leave the room), don't let the cold air out when the air conditioning is on and you only need two squares of toilet paper. He was also fond of repeating the following advice: "Don't take any wooden nickels," "A fool and his money are soon parted" and "When it rains, it pours." Sid's high school education was cut short when at age 17, he faked his way into the US Marine Corp claiming he was 18. It was during this time he met the love of his life, Gloria. He was so taken by her that after two weeks they eloped to Toledo, Ohio where they could be legally married at the age of 17. He gladly spent two weeks in the brig for going AWOL to do so. Upon completion of his short military career, Sid worked making paper products for Scott Paper Company. He often commented it was his favorite job. In the 1960's, he went back to night school at the University of Detroit and obtained a bachelors degree in business and pursued a career working at his brother's company, Weather King. After the loss of his Gloria, Sid lived alone spending time reading, watching movies, exercising and taking Olivia on walks. He enjoyed chatting with neighbors on their journeys. He was determined to live out his life in his home. His daughters offered assistance but were told the house was clean enough for him, he didn't need any help and he was "fine." They also suggested he attend activities at the senior center and were told there were only old people there. His independence was extremely important to him. With the exception of his final short illness, he was able to do so. He truly live his life his way and he will be truly and greatly missed. The family prefers no flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Devoted Barn, The Michigan Humane Society or as the donor chooses. A video tribute will be added, please check back.