RIP Jock King of Fife

[sapper756]

Please share on behalf of the family.

It is with great sadness and broken hearts, the family are announcing the passing away of a very much loved man, Mr John King, known to most as Jock or Jocky.

Jock, fell peacefully into eternal sleep, at Raith Manor Care Home, on Friday, 7th February, 2025, aged 84 years. Jock was the cherished husband to Mary, a much loved dad to Elaine, John, Alan, a beloved father in law to Murray and Wendy, a devoted grandad to Lewis, Amanda, Rebecca, Graeme, Amy, Jenny, Rhianna, Shannon, and the late Scott, an adored great-grandad to Erin and Cillian, a loving uncle to Margaret-Ann, Jim and William, and good friend to so many. Jock will be sorely missed by all who knew him. 

Funeral Service will be held on Monday, 24th February, at 3.45 p.m., at Kirkcaldy Crematorium, to which all family and friends are respectfully invited.  Family Flowers only please but donations may be made at the crematorium for Dementia UK. The family would also like to invite you all back to Dunnikier Golf Club, after the service, for some light refreshments and to share fond memories of Jock. 

www.ianjohnstonfuneraldirectors.co.uk

[Lippa1]

RIP Jock a true gentleman 

[daleren]

Sad news 😢 condolences to all the family ❤️

[Dooheed 5]

RIP Jocky  

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A lovely service was held last Monday at Kirkcaldy Crematorium, for a very special, and much loved man, Mr John King or Jock as he was known to most. 

Jock's loving family gathered outside his home as he returned there one last time. Shortly thereafter they would follow him on his final journey to the crematorium, via his old family home in Fair Isle Road. Jock was met there by many family and friends, a true sign of how well loved this man was. “Danny Boy” by Jim Reeves, played softly in the background as the congregation made their way into the chapel. Jock was then brought into the chapel by the Funeral Directors, with great dignity and respect. The service was conducted by Mr Neil Dorward, who spoke beautifully and delivered a heartfelt eulogy that summed up Jock perfectly. There were sad moments, but also some smiles at some of the stories regaled from the past. It was clear that Jock was so highly thought of by everyone who knew him. The congregation were then asked to gather their thoughts and think about their own special memories of Jock, as they listened to “My Way” by Frank Sinatra. A slideshow of special memories were projected onto the television screens, showing joyful moments from the past. Neil then spoke the words of committal, while family members and loved ones exchanged their final goodbyes. The service came to a close and “Time to Say Goodbye” by Andrea Bochelli, played the congregation out of the chapel. There was an opportunity to donate to Dementia UK on leaving, which people generously did so. Jock’s floral tribute was an eyecatching pigeon, this was in memory of Jock and his passion and skill of his beloved pigeon racing.

Mary and the family would like to thank all relatives and friends who attended Jock’s service, for all the love and kind words in all messages received, and for all the cards and flowers. It has brought them great comfort at this very difficult time. 

"Rest in peace Jock, your work on this earth is done. Rest in in the hearts and minds of all who will keep on loving you forever.”