James E. King

April 27, 1967 - April 28, 2016

James Ernest King was born April 27, 1967 and passed away suddenly at his home on April 28, 2016. "Jim" was married 23 wonderful years to the love of his life, his soul mate, Rebecca King. He served honorably in the United States Army as an artilleryman. After an early medical retirement, he and Rebecca stayed active by being involved with the Paralyzed Veterans of America, the Wounded Warrior Project and by donating trees to local schools. Jim was a loving, kind, generous individual who made a huge impact on those who knew him. Although he and Rebecca were unable to have children of their own, they were both very active in the lives of their nieces and nephews. He was an avid fisherman, a cigar enthusiast and spent much of his time helping others. He is survived by his loving wife, Rebecca; son, Marine Cpl Logan King (Daisy); parents, Roberta Zanelli (Joe) and Jerry King( Barbara); brothers, Alan King (Mara), Jeff King (Linda), Benjamin Weinberg (Alison); sister, Laura Rosenfeld (Jacob) and many nieces and nephews. A private "Celebration of Life" will be held later this summer. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Salem Oregon Paralyzed Veterans of America, (3700 Silverton Rd., Salem, OR 97305 www.oregonpva.org) is requested. Please share your thoughts and memories for the family at www.demossdurdan.com.