Loretta Emilie King Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Loretta Emilie King of Waco, Texas, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on April 12, 2026 at the age of 92. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Loretta had on those she encountered along her journey. Though Loretta may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, her essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

She was predeceased by: her husband Gene King; her siblings, Jenny White, Leon Bartek, Lee John Bartek, Gene Bartek, Bernita Bernal, Patricia Cheney and Shirley Johnson; and her nephews, Archie McPherson and Daniel Bartek.

She is survived by: her nephews, Ardell McPherson, Ray McPherson (Traci Mraz), James Bartek (Melody Gore) and Jared Nelson (Alisa Johnson).