Marie Helen King was born on August 3, 1940 to Jack and Viola King and entered into Jesus' loving arms in the early morning hours of November 27, 2019 at Brookdale Whittier, an assisted living facility.Prior to her moving to Whittier in early 2018, she was a long-time resident in Mission Viejo for 31 years.

Marie lived a Christ-centered life serving as a faithful Christian Missionary in Japan, an Adult Education Instructor and as a Data Entry worker with a government contractor.Additionally, Marie served in the prayer ministry at Mariners Church – Mission Viejo, praying for the hurting, the sick and the lost.Whenever anyone needed prayer and comfort, she was there to offer to pray.She also worshipped the Lord at the Vineyard Community Church - Laguna Niguel.

Marie was an active member for many years in a Mariner's Church Life Group Bible Study and made close friends in that fellowship.She shared her many experiences as a Missionary and her wisdom of the Scriptures during the studies.With her passion to minister, Marie began a small Bible study with a few residents at Brookdale.

Turquoise was apparently her favorite color.She frequently dressed in a turquoise blouse, pants and even carried a large turquoise purse around.Marie enjoyed collectables -- ranging from old artifacts from her mom, Viola (Swartz) King, to Native Indian and Southwestern art to rugs.She also took pleasure in collecting rubber stamps, costume jewelry pieces and acquiring Christian books and music CDs.

During her final year, Marie enjoyed the company of her mixed dachshund, Snuggles.Snuggles was sadden at her passing, but was quickly adopted by a family shortly after.

A graveside memorial service for our remembrance of Marie will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2019, 10:30 AM at the El Toro Memorial Park, 25751 Trabuco Road, Lake Forest, CA.