James D. King

James Dale King, age 49, of Paducah, passed away on Friday, April 3, 2020 at Saint Thomas Midtown in Nashville.

James was born in Elmhurst, Illinois on June 6, 1970.  He was a loving husband, son, brother, daddy and “pappy” to his grandchildren.  James loved sports, especially wrestling, hockey and baseball.  James’ favorite team to cheer for was the Chicago Cubs.  His other hobbies included fishing and communicating to friends across the country on his CB Radio under the handle “Cracker Jack”.  

James is survived by his wife, Lisa Raisor King of Paducah; father, Donald Elwood King of Paducah; four daughters, Carrie Raisor (Ryan), Krystle Langston (Joseph), Courtney Parks (Josh) and Bayley King, all of Paducah; two sons, Daemian Raisor (Lindsey) and Austin Raisor King (Olivia), all of Paducah; one brother, Donald King (Carol) of Paducah; step-sisters, Melinda Hicks (Todd) and Maggie Held (Jay), both of Paducah; two step-brothers, John Vogt (Sheila) and David Vogt, both of Paducah; 19 grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Virginia Carol Stone King.

In compliance with health and safety directives, the funeral arrangements for James King will be private. 

Expressions of sympathy may be made in memory of James D. King to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital: 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or The American Cancer Society: PO Box 22478 Oklahoma City, OK 73123

During this difficult time of private services, you may show your support by joining the “Hugs from Home” program where your message will be attached to a balloon in the chapel to remind the family of your love and support.  Go to www.milnerandorr.com.