Carrie Elizabeth (Paul) King

Carrie Elizabeth (Paul) King 

On February 5, 2025, God decided it was time for Carrie's beautiful soul to be by his side. 

Carrie Elizabeth (Paul) King was born June 9, 1980 to Delbert and Sandra (Nichols) Paul. She was a beloved daughter, wife, mother, sister, aunt, niece, granddaughter, cousin, great-aunt and friend who loved loudly and completely. If you knew her, you know she was beautiful, caring and had a vibrant sense of humor, touching many of those who attended with her at South Vienna Elementary School (Northeastern Local) continuing to those who knew her during her recent battle with breast cancer while living in Bellefontaine, Ohio. 

Carrie was treasured by her parents as the youngest of four children: Del Paul, Lacy (James) Runyon and Trisha (Danny) Cottrell. She married Ricky King, Jr. in South Daytona, Florida in 2013 and is survived by he and their five amazing children, Ricky III, Callista, Aries, Karisma and Ashton, whom Carrie loved deeply and referred to as her whole world. 

She was preceded in death by an infant son, both sets of grandparents, and her father-in-law, Rick Sr.

Carrie loved animals, taking her pups with her on many visits. She loved fashion and turned her passion for designer clothes and bags into an online hobby. She also loved helping others, directly or by participating in fundraisers.

To honor Carrie’s life, please consider making a donation to your favorite non-profit in lieu of sending flowers. If you are unsure of a favorite, Carrie received support from and wanted to give back to Hope’s Boutique at OSU’s Stefanie Spielman Comprehensive Breast Center. To support this organization, you may make contributions online by visiting giveto.osu.edu, click I’m Ready to Give and Search for an area to support to find Hope’s Boutique Support Fund #301622. Carrie also participated in fundraisers for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or would love if you donated to your local animal rescue organization. 

Visitation will be held Thursday, February 13, 2025 starting at 5PM and concluding with Memorial Service at 8PM at Jones - Kenny - Zechman Funeral Home, Springfield, Ohio.

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