Carol King passed away peacefully on January 17, 2010 with her family by her side. She is survived by her partner Mary Ann Zuccarini, her daughter Cynthia, son-in-law Larry Frick, sisters Barbara Tarantino, Joan Niebauer, Donna Buchanan, Ann Orton, brother Robert Hodges, and her beloved pets Keeper, Kali, Corky, Shadow, Ming and Ziggy. She is also the proud Aunt to many nieces and nephews and their children.
She was born on December 28, 1945 in Erie, PA. She graduated from Academy High School in 1964, and attended the University of Pennsylvania before enlisting in the United States Marine Corps. In 1965, Carol married Charles Ernest King (deceased), and together they raised their daughter Cynthia. She attended the University of California at Irvine and began her career in Social Services with the County of Orange Juvenile Probation Department. She served in the department for 28 years and retired as a Supervising Probation Officer. She was awarded many recognitions including Outstanding Probation Employee and was active in many committees with the California Probation, Parole, and Correctional Association. She also served as a board member of the Orange County Employee's Association and was the Commissioner for the Juvenile Justice Commission of Riverside.
Carol will be remembered for her generosity, her kindness, her stories, and her love of animals.
A celebration of Carol's life will be held Saturday, Feb. 6, at the home of Mary Ann Zuccarini, in Corona, CA. Call 714-333-0838 for more information.
Nancy Delmark
Carol was my best friend though out the years we spent working in OCP. She helped me many times in my personal affairs. My children loved her dearly. I will miss her greatly. I will always have our fond memories, our fun times, our stories, and even our sad times to cherish forever. LUV YA Babe. Always.
Marian L. Burge (Litz)
I went to school with Carol, and always knew her as a kind and friendly person. She was always friendly, full of fun and a special friend when we were in school. She will be missed. I am sure that our father in heaven has wrapped his arms around her and welcomed her to her heavenly home. To her family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marian (Litz) Burge, Academy High School, Class of 64.
Cynthia King
I miss you, Mom...
Donna Welch
If I heard correctly about one of Carol's loves, that would be the Internet--and her iMac. So it is fitting that I found this website through my Mac and the Internet where I can raise a tribute to Carol, whom I knew as a kind and caring fellow being. Carol and Mary Ann opened their home to me a dozen years ago during my road trip West. It was a wonderful visit, and I can still visualize their beautiful home, patio, rolling golf course nearby and those beloved pets, some of whom I met! Keeper was there, and--I believe Shadow. I certainly heard much about the others when I spoke with Carol over the years of keeping in touch with my long-time friend Mary Ann. I will l miss being able to talk to Carol. I know that she left behind a legacy of love and wonderful memories for her family and close circle of loved one. Here's to you, Carol. Shower those that you have left behind with good fortune and be sure to be there to meet them (and me) happily when we cross over.
Beth Vaughn
Carol you will be missed by the many hearts you touched. I'll never forget all the fun we had. You taught me so much about political and social issues. I will never forget you. I will see you again soon I know, and in the mean time I will just see you in my heart. Farewell my old friend. Namaste
Dora King Miller
Although I only met Carol a couple times I know she cared about Cindy and was there for her when Ernest passed away. Even though I could not go, I appreciated the way she helped with family that did go to California at that time. Cindy and Larry, our thoughts are with you.
