James Matchett King Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James Matchett King in Alamogordo, New Mexico, who passed away on September 8, 2025 at the age of 86. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though James may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Gladys Edith King (Matchett) and William Durbin King; and his brothers, William D King, Jr. and Robert W King. He is survived by: his wife Barbara King; and his children, Kathleen Schell (Jim) of Plano, TX, James King, Jr. (Terry) of Goodyear, AZ and Roland Kent King (Debbie) of Alamogordo, NM. He is also survived by 5 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
