Cecil A. King

 

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Cecil A. King of Long Harbour on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, in his 78th year. Predeceased by his loving wife of 57 years Aggie, his son Joey, his parents Joseph & Sarah Ellen King, his 8 brothers (Leo, Clarence, William, Anslem, Jim, Joe, Pete, and baby Elijah) & 3 sisters (Bride, Lizzy, and Catherine), and his dear friend Carol.

Cecil has left behind his beloved sisters Celine and Agnes (Ron), and children Ella (Walt), Wanda (John), Cecil (Janet), and Sherry (Chris). His 8 grandchildren Paul (Kim), Jolene (Curt), Stacey (Veronica), Todd (Megan), Cheryl (John), Matt (Amy), Megan, Shane (Sara), and his 3 great-grandchildren Cadence, Michael & Carter. His brother-in-law Joe (Sharon), sister-in-law Marie, special nephews Bern (Doll) and Wayne (Cindy), his special companion Barb and good friend Dick O’Ree.

Cecil married the love of his life, Aggie in the year of 1962. Together they raised 5 wonderful children. Cecil loved spending his time in the outdoors hunting and cutting wood. He was a hardworking man despite losing his left arm at the age of 20. Aggie then became his left arm and together they went on to live a happy life. They built and enjoyed their cottage in Holiday Hill. Over the years Cecil was a very successful man and started his own company Magtek in 1991, which is now passed down to his devoted son Cecil Jr.

Visitation at Holloway’s Funeral Home, Friday 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral Saturday 1:00 pm in Long Harbour

His Journey’s Just Begun

Don’t think of him as gone away his journey has just begun; life holds so many facets this earth is only one. Just think of him as resting from the sorrows and the tears in a place of warmth and comfort where there are no days and years. Think how he must be wishing that we could know today how nothing but our sadness can really pass away. & think of him living in the hearts of those he touched…for nothing loved is ever lost and he was loved so much.

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32 Comments

  1. Condolences to the King family and Barb. Cecil was a great roommate to my dad and had many great memories of you all that he shared with us. I’ll certainly miss him and the laughs. Rest in peace buddy.

  2. So sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this very difficult time.

  3. We are so sorry to hear of Cecil’s passing.Thinking of you all at this difficult time.Sincere condolences to all of the family.

  4. To All The Family of The Late Cecil King: Deepest and Sincere Sympathy to all the family at this very sad and difficult time. Keeping all of you in thoughts, prayers and holding you in our hearts. Aggie and Cec were our great friends over so many years, and so enjoyed Aggie’s wit and humour. Love and hugs!

    Carmelita, Jacinta, Clint and Families

  5. We are so sorry to hear of Uncle Cec’s passing. He was such a wonderful, hardworking man. We enjoyed seeing him over the past few years in Placentia at the Beachside or when he was out on his rounds. Thinking of you all and sending our love ❤️

  6. The King Family,
    Please accept my sincere condolences over the passing of Cec. You all are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this very sad and difficult time.

  7. Condolences to the King Family! Cec was a very hard working man and lived a good life! Thinking of everyone today! Rest in Peace Cec!

  8. To Cec’s family, please accept my sincere condolences on your Dad’s passing. I got to know Cec pretty well and had many chats with him as he shared a room with Dad at the Lion’s Manor. He will certainly be missed as I could always count on him to keep an eye on Dad when he wasn’t feeling well. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. RIP Cecil

  9. Our heartfelt condolences to the family. Uncle Cecil was an inspiration to me many times in my life. I always looked up to him and admired his accomplishments and bragged about him in many conversations over the years. Uncle Cecil and Aunt Aggie will be in our hearts forever.

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

    Tony and Terry King

  10. Our sincere condolences and deepest sympathy to Cecil’s family, he was a wonderful man and will be dearly missed by all those who knew him. Despite the challenges that life presented he remained undaunted, persevered and achieved success. He was a role model in so many ways. We hope that your many cherished memories will help you through this sad and difficult time. May he RIP.

  11. Sending love and prayers to the family. Uncle Cecil always seemed to find something to smile about. He always dropped in to see Mom when he was in Long Hr. God bless you all and find comfort in each other. So sorry for your loss.💔

  12. So sorry to hear of Cecil passing he was a great friend to my father George Mercer and I (Neal Mercer). My father done a lot site work for him at his cabin in Holiday Hill (Grange Rd) which I know he enjoy very much!! He will be truly missed I’m sure by many that had the privilege of knowing him !!! Condolences to all the family.

  13. To all Cec’s family,
    My sincerest condolences on the loss of a wonderful man. I have never seen him with out a smile on his face, a story and chuckle to share. He was so personable and not a bad word about anyone. He was certainly one of the good ones!!! He is now reunited with his beloved Aggie, and he could be in no greater place. Rest Easy Cec.

  14. Ella,Wanda, Sherri. and Cecil.My first memory of Cec.is when he was 9 yrs old doing his homework with Mrs Nell. I watched him grow into the man he became and saw he could do anything he set his mind to no matter what stood in his way.
    He was a kind,generous and loving person .My family enjoyed visiting him in NL especially the fish and chip shop.
    We all have very fond memories of Cecil.
    My thoughts and prayers are with all of you tomorrow.
    Rest in Peace Cecil

  15. To the King Families:
    My sincerest condolences for you and your loved ones during this time of grief. You have my deepest sympathy Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  16. When I was a child I remember Cecil and Aggie coming to visit my parents (Tom and Nellie Pretty).
    His Mother was my fathers sister.
    I can remember visiting her in Long Harbor sometimes.
    Sincere condolences on your loss of Cecil —- Rest In Peace!

  17. So sorry to hear of Cec’s passing. Our deepest condolences to all his family. May he R.I.P. Hugs to all!

  18. So sorry to hear of Cecil’s passing.
    Deepest condolences. Sending thoughts and prayers to all the family.
    Mick and Barbara

  19. To all of Cecil’s Family, I have know Cecil for many years. He loved a good chat there was always a smile on his face. He worked hard all his life and was very proud of all his family. I remember when I worked in Long HR. I use to make cartoon characters out of ply wood. He asked me if I wood make a set of Santa Claus and Reindeers for his youngest Daughter. When they were done he said Terry how much do I owe you, I said my friend the smile on that little girls face is payment enough he was overjoyed I served Cecile at Service Canada and helped get in and out and to the Taxi . My Sincere Condolences to all the family. You are at Peace now .May your Gentle Soul Rest In Peace. Gone But Not Forgotten. Terry and BettyO’Keefe Jerseyside Placentia.

  20. My condolences to the King Family. Your dad was a remarkable man. After having what most people would consider a handicap, I witness him do things that most able bodied people would never even attempt. From dressing a whole moose and having it quartered and hung up before we could get in the country to help him. Or the long rough ride on Snowmobile out to Bald head ice fishing. To this day I still wonder how he did it. He will be missed.

  21. Deepest condolences to the King family. Cecil succeeded in many difficult projects and earned the respect of many people. He will be missed dearly by those who knew him. God Bless.

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