Richard W King

Richard W. King 74, passed away on Friday May 26th in Schenectady, NY, surrounded by family.

Born and educated in Schenectady, Richard was the son of the late Walter King and the late Gladys (Gallup) King.

A 1966 graduate of the former Draper High School, Richard went to work for the General Electric Company in Schenectady. He retired in 2011 as a tool-maker at the GE Research and Development Center after 44 years of service.

Richard was also a member of the GE Quarter Century Club.

Predeceased by his parents, Richard was also predeceased by his first wife of 49 years Diane (Kennedy) King in 2017.

He is survived by his wife of 6 years Cheryl D. (Westfall) King, his children, Brian King (Dabrina Dutcher) and Barry King (Heather), a brother, Ronald King (Marlene) and 3 grandchildren, Dylan Dutcher-King, Emily King and Ethan King.

Services for Richard will be held private at the convenience of his family.

Interment in St. Cyril’s Cemetery in Rotterdam, NY.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Richard's Memory to the American Cancer Society, 1 Penny Lane Suite 1, Latham, NY 12110.