William Russell King

 William Russell King 78 of Avonmore (Bell Twp.) passed away on Thursday March 21, 2019 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh. He was born January 29, 1941 in Edmon, Pa. the son of the late Earl R. and Harriet M. Schall King. Before his retirement he was employed at Akers National Roll in Avonmore in shipping. Trains were his hobby, he loved shows, collecting, and travelling to different displays. He enjoyed working in his yard and tinkering with his corvette. Bill was a member of the Saltsburg Masonic Lodge, and the Avonmore LOOM # 37. He is survived by his son; David R. King and his wife Elizabeth of Apollo, and two sisters; Pat Almes of Blairsville, and Helen May of Apollo. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Robert King. At Bill's  request, there will be no public visitation. A Memorial Celebration of Life will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Kelly L. Corridoni Funeral Home Ltd. 400 Indiana Ave. Avonmore.

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