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November 1949 ~ August 2010
November 1949 ~ August 2010 Joe King passed from this life Friday, Aug. 20, 2010, with his wife, Benesta, at his side. Joe was born in Corpus Christi, Texas, and came to California at age 12. He graduated from Cal Poly with degrees in math and education and taught in the math department at Arroyo Grande High School for 28 years. During college, and until his retirement in 2006, he also worked at Hearst Castle as a guide/supervisor. Always an avid fisherman, Joe made trips to Alaska and Florida with friends to follow his dream. To his many fishing buddies, he was a familiar face at Virg''s Fishin'' in Morro Bay, where he worked part time. Joe is survived by his wife, Benesta; daughter, Kimberley of Arcata, Calif.; four beloved cats; and many, many loving and loyal friends. Please bring your memories and stories to share at a celebration of Joe''s life at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, 2010, at the home of friends Don and Evelyn Pierce. Call 461-3168 for more information. Burial will be at sea at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to North County Humane Society.
November 1949 ~ August 2010 Joe King passed from this life Friday, Aug. 20, 2010, with his wife, Benesta, at his side. Joe was born in Corpus Christi, Texas, and came to California at age 12. He graduated from Cal Poly with degrees in math and education and taught in the math department at Arroyo Grande High School for 28 years. During college, and until his retirement in 2006, he also worked at Hearst Castle as a guide/supervisor. Always an avid fisherman, Joe made trips to Alaska and Florida with friends to follow his dream. To his many fishing buddies, he was a familiar face at Virg''s Fishin'' in Morro Bay, where he worked part time. Joe is survived by his wife, Benesta; daughter, Kimberley of Arcata, Calif.; four beloved cats; and many, many loving and loyal friends. Please bring your memories and stories to share at a celebration of Joe''s life at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, 2010, at the home of friends Don and Evelyn Pierce. Call 461-3168 for more information. Burial will be at sea at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to North County Humane Society.