Taylor Funeral Home, Inc | Phenix City, AL

Obituary For Dorothy Ruth King

Dorothy King, 76, passed on Saturday, July 13, 2024 in Columbus, GA.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. EST, Saturday, July 20, 2024 in the C.T. Chapel of Taylor Funeral Home located at 1514 5th Ave, Phenix City, AL with Brother Ulysses Adkins, officiating. Burial to follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Public visitation is 1:00-5:00 p.m. EST on Friday, July 19, 2024.

Ms. Dorothy Ruth King was born November 27th, 1947, in Russell County, Alabama to the late Robert Lee King, Sr. and Eva Lou King. Dorothy went into a peaceful rest on Saturday, July 13th, 2024. She is preceded in death by her son, Glen King, her brothers Robert Lee King, Jr., Wachester King, Carlton King, her sisters Lula Tarver, Carol King, Ruby King, Nora Bell King, and her son-in-law, Langston Trent Bassett IV.

She attended Alabama State University and was the eldest of ten siblings. She dedicated her entire life to helping others. She was also a loving and caring person. She will be deeply missed. She loved Jehovah God and studied his word, the Bible.

She leaves to cherish her memories her daughter, Jill King-Bassett; her sister, Christine Jones; brother in law, Henry Tarver Sr.; her grandchildren, Bionca King, Tykeria (LaJarvis) Jones, Langston Trent Bassett V, Jaquavia Bassett, and Marnica Davis;her eight great-grandchildren; her nieces, Tammy Jones, Dominique (Keith) Cordell, Bernadette King, and Loretta Tarver; her nephew, Christopher King; her best friend of many years, Martha Harris; several great nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends to always share in her memories.

Guest Book

To Jill, I'm so sorry to hear about Ms. Dorothy. She was always so nice. I'm praying God's comfort and strength for you and your family. Stephanie B Elias

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Our condolences are for you all Ulysses and Minnie Adkins

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As sad as it may seem, you all are fortunate to have had Dorothy Ruth King as your mother, grandmother, sister, aunt in your lives. Jehovah has been with you all, and he will always be there for you all. We will try our best to do likewise Ulysses and Minnie Adkins

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Jill, My dear friend you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Marcie Ball

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Our love to Jill and the entire family from The Perez family. You all are in our thoughts and prayers and may you find peace in the weeks ahead. Take your rest, Ms. Dorothy❤🕊

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Our prayers and thoughts goes out to the family during this difficult time. From the children of Johnnie and Lucindy Brundidge

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To family of Dorothy Ruth:we are so sadden for the loss of your dear love one you can be assure that Jehovah will give the family strengths to endure the pain of losing a love one (Psalms.34:18)says Jehovah is close to the broken hearted and he saves those who are crushed in spirit.we will always be there for each one of you all. Bro.and Sis Macy Adkins

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To Jill,Christine and Family: We are thinking of you all,praying for your peace and comfort during this difficult time. Love Aunt Minnie Brundidge and Children

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To the family I offer my deepest condolences, Ms. King was a kind and loving person who loved everyone! Prayers and blessings!

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Dorothy was a loving person who cared deeply for others! She will truly be missed!

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Sending thoughts and prayers to the King family.I am so sorry for your loss, may god be with you alll.

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Thoughts and prayers for the family. We love and support you Jill. I know you will continue to make your mom proud every day.

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To the family of Ms King I am so sorry for your loss. Jill I know that this is going to be hard but one thing I know about you is that you have Grit and ability to see the other side. Condolences to you and your family. Sherry Houle

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To the King family, I am saddened by your loss. May all of you find comfort in God's promise of the resurrection hope. Jesus, has been empowered to awaken those asleep in the grave. Rev. 1:18;soon no more death. Rev 21:3-5. You can always trust Jehovah's Promises! He is the God of Truth. Hebrews 6:18 Praying for all of you. Sis. Grant

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Our sincere condolences to the family. Bro. Greg and Sis. Cheryl James

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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