Kerll King

Honoring the Life & Legacy of Kerll Lee King

Kerll L. King was born on February 18, 1935, in Columbus, Ohio, to William and Mahalie King. He departed this world to take his place in Heaven on July 10th ,2025. Kerll was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Kerll developed a strong work ethic early in life, beginning with his first job delivering newspapers as a child. He later worked in a steel mill in Gary, Indiana. Kerll also worked as a supply packer for the federal government at the Defense Construction Supply Center (DCSC) in Whitehall, Ohio, where he eventually retired. He served sometime in the Army Reserve.

Everyone that knew him or came across him called him the gentle giant. He loved the Lord, his family, people, food (anything chocolate) and traveling. He was a simple man and enjoyed a simple life.

Kerll accepted the call to be a Minister and dedicated over 50 years preaching and teaching the word of God. He and his wife Gloria participated in several prison ministry groups. He believed everyone deserved a second chance. Kerll was a member of several churches throughout his 90 years of life, all which played a vital role in his walk with the Lord.

Kerll was the baby of his siblings and would remind you that his sisters Ruth, Margie, and Barbara gave him the nickname "Baby Boy "when he was little. They called him that his whole 90 years of life. Barbara would always make sure to bring her "baby boy" his favorite chocolate candy. Ruth and Margie always had him a plate of sweets out when he visited. He often told stories of the BRO relationship he had with his brother Johnny and their happy times.

Kerll is survived by his children Carol L King, James E King, James L Williams (Toni ) and Terry Waters (Kenny) Grandchildren ; Kashea King, Kasean King, Kashell King, Kamar King, Kennedy Johnson, Drew Johnson, Antionette Williams, Joshua Williams, James Williams, Jason Williams, Kenneth Gray SR, Charris Gray, Marcus Waters, Kendra Waters, Kiona Waters, Katina Waters, Carlos Waters, Te'Vona Littlefield, Charles Littlefield and a host of Great Grandchildren, Nieces and Nephews. He is also survived by his sisters, Ruth Jones and Barbara Allen.

Kerll was preceded in death by his father, William King Sr., mother, Mahalie King, wife Gloria J. King; daughter Rhonda Cooper; brothers Johnny King, William King Jr.; sisters Margie King , Ella Mae King; great-grandson Kenneth Gray Jr.; nephews Jamie and Randy Allen; brothers-in-law David Jones , James Allen; and sister-in-law Mable King.

90 years of life comes with a magnitude of memories, moments, and experiences. As this chapter concludes and a meaningful legacy remains, let the final words be: "Well done, good and faithful servant."