Miss. Ann Denise King Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Ann Denise King, 61, passed away May 26, 2022, in Shelby, NC, where she lived with her sister Debbie, her brother-in-law Robert Maloney, and special nephew, Charlie Maloney. Born on May 20,1961, in Homestead, FL, to Grace Hughes King and Carson H. King, Ann was raised in Albany, GA, and attended Albany public schools. Ann was a delightful little girl. At the age of 3, Ann walked into a nearby hair salon and announced she wanted her hair cut. Surprisingly, a sweet beautician complied and then returned her safely home. A beautiful child, her parents realized at an early age that Ann was indeed special and she always maintained a childlike quality. Ann was extremely sensitive and loyal, always thinking of her family and friends, whom she often called to chat with and check up on; much to the delight of all. Once a friend, always a friend, even maintaining a special bond and friendship with MS Johnny Wynn, whom she met when she was only four years old. Ann never forgot a face and had an uncanny ability to recall people and minor details from long ago. Ann was preceded in death by her mother Grace Hughes King, her father Carson H. King, brother Johnny Paul King, grandparents Inez Layfield, Johnny and Pauline King. She is survived by her sister, Debbie (Robert) Maloney, of Shelby, NC, her brother, Bill King (Eva Handl) of Naples, FL; nieces: Amanda King of Charlotte, NC, Jodi Herring of Lawndale, NC, Jennifer Boland of Peosta, Iowa; nephews: Jason (Denise) Newton, of Sylvester, GA, Zane (Crystal) Maloney, of Ridgway, PA, and Charlie Maloney of Shelby, NC. Ann also leaves to cherish her memory special Aunt Hazel Huges and cousin Dallas Hughes, of Albany, GA, and her best friend (fur baby), Hazel. Ann is also survived by several great nieces and great nephews: Hope, Cheyenne, Elizabeth, Chezney, Olivia, Alanna, Gianna, Chandale, Crystal, Isaiah “Brother” and Matthew and Carter, whom she adored. She was eagerly awaiting the arrival of a new great- great niece, Leilani Saraha- Ann, on June 7. She always enjoyed hugs and snuggles with great-great niece Londyn Faith (Lil Mama) Maloney and great-nephew Hunter Paul Newton. Ann will be remembered as a beautiful, unique, and flawless child of God who perfectly created her just the way she was. Her family and friends know that she is rejoicing at this time back in the loving arms of her mother, grandmother and all of her family and friends. Memorial Service was held at Clay Barnette Funeral Home, Shelby, NC on May31. Graveside services will be held alongside her parents and brother at Crown HIll Cemetery in Albany, GA on Thursday, June, 2, 2022 at 10am

Miss. Ann Denise King

May 20, 1921 - May 26, 2022