Obituary of Dr. Edward G. King

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Dr. Edward G. King, on September 24, 2024 at 88 years of age.

Reunited with his beloved wife of 58 years Pauline King (nee Stellman). Loving father of Dr. Bethany Mattiuz-King (Dr. Christopher Mattiuz), and Jylene King. Devoted grandfather of Kinyara King. Dear brother of Norman King, Rosemary Chalmers, Norine Ryall (2010) and Michael King (1972).

Edward had a lifelong passion for learning. Over the years he earned 8 university degrees including his PhD from Notre Dame. He was President of the Organization of Part-time University Students (OPUS) for 20 years. He sat on the University of Windsor Senate and Board of Governors. He earned the prestigious Charles Clarke Award and a Lifetime Achievement Award from the University of Windsor.  He was a Philosophy Professor at Marygrove College in Detroit and when it closed, he became a grade school Special Education Teacher for the Windsor Essex Catholic District School Board.

Edward volunteered for Catholic Family Services, Information Windsor, Alzheimer’s Society, CARP, W.R.A.C.E, Iona College, John Howard Society, R.S.V.P and Elder College. He and Pauline were honored with the United Way Volunteer Family of the Year Award. Edward was an avid runner and 2-time Boston Marathon Qualifier, who had run more than 700 races. He had travelled to 62 different countries.

Memorial Visiting will take place at Windsor Chapel South, 3048 Dougall Avenue (519.253.7236) on September 26th, 2024 from 2-4pm & 6-8pm. Visitation to continue on Friday, September 27, 2024 from 10am until the time of the funeral service at 11am.  Interment of cremated remains to follow at Heavenly Rest Cemetery.

In Lieu of flowers, donations in his honor can be made to the Alzheimer Society of Windsor-Essex County.

Memories and condolences can be shared online when you visit www.windsorchapel.com.