October 6, 1932 - April 4, 2025
John Clancy King, Jr, age 92, of Helena Arkansas passed away Friday, April 4, 2025 in Helena, Arkansas. He was a good man, born on October 6, 1932 and had been a leader all his life. In high school he was President of the Delta Sigma fraternity then was an active member of Kappa Sigma fraternity at the University of Arkansas where he majored in business.
In 1954 he married Ann Trotter of Pine Bluff, Arkansas. They were stationed in England while serving in the US Air Force before returning to Helena where he became a life-long farmer and philanthropist. He believed in his God, his family, and his community. He was the lord's messenger as a Sunday School Teacher at Helena First Presbyterian Church and gave back to the farming community serving on numerous boards including the Arkansas Rice Council, the Cotton Belt Levee Board, and President of the Arkansas Agricultural Council.
John was always a curious man and a big thinker, and his ideas led to important changes within the Helena community. He was a strong supporter of the public school system, Phillips County Community College, and the Housing Authority. He established scholarships at the PCCC and the University of Arkansas. Adjectives to describe him include, a good and gentle man, kind, leader, hard worker with a strong work ethic, determined, generous and always able to have fun.
John is survived by his wife Ann, of 70 years, and his children Ann Cashion (Ted) and Katherine ''Kitty'' Stimson (Gene ''Buddy'') both of Memphis, and John King (Kelly) of Helena. He loved his 8 grandchildren, Trotter Cashion (Jennifer) of Santa Monica CA, Clancy Cashion (Natalie) of New York, Will Cashion (Amy) of Helena, Sarah Grimm of Memphis, Ann Benefield of Charleston, Katy Owens (Townsend) of Birmingham, Hannah Taylor (Corbin) of Franklin TN, and Roman King of Fayetteville. He loved his 17 great-grandchildren offering them stories and cookies at all times.
Services are planned for Saturday, April 12 at 10:30 AM at the First United Methodist Church in Helena, Arkansas, inurnment will be at Maple Hill cemetary. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory can be sent for the Restoration of the First Presbyterian Church c/o Delta Magic at 218 Waverly Wood Circle, Helena AR 72342 or the Maple Hill Cemetary Endowment at P.O. Box 136, Helena, AR 72342.
His life is over and the victory won-Hallelujah.
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15 Condolence(s)
Jen Jenkins
Monday, April 14, 2025
My heart is sad
Mr king was the kindness man I knew I my heart is with the king family RIP Mr king.
Jane Powell Hurley
Saturday, April 12, 2025
Ann, Princess, Kitty and John,
I’m so very sorry for your loss. I remember visiting Kitty in your home and how warm and welcoming it always felt. Mr. John always had such a genuine and friendly smile. I’m so glad for my memories of being around your wonderful family.
Jeannie
Friday, April 11, 2025
John will be truly missed. He was what my grandmother would called a “pillar of our community.” And he truly was and is.he had a vision of Helena that I wish we could live up to. My heart goes out to Ann, his children and family.
hal fincher
Friday, April 11, 2025
Great friend
Great neighbor
Always a fantastic attitude
Really miss him
Condolences to his family
Kelly & Trudy Pearson
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Ann and family, please accept our condolences on the passing of John. We have such fond memories of him and the King family when we were members at First Presbyterian Church years ago. May you each know the loving presence of Christ in this time of loss.
Dr. Jim Duke
Monday, April 7, 2025
RIP MyKappa Sigma Brother. We Pledged together and served together. I never thought I would make it to 94.
Lynette Burt Murphy
Monday, April 7, 2025
Mr. John was a very kind and honorable man. I am so sorry to see your loss. You are each in my thoughts and prayers.
MARY HENDERSON
Monday, April 7, 2025
A true Southern Gentleman and kind gentle soul. He has won his battle here on earth and has been promoted to his home on high. Rest easy knowing you have left many people with good memories of you. God bless your family as they cope with their loss. Remembering a wonderful man.
Mary Bryant Henderson
James Darnell
Sunday, April 6, 2025
John was a good man and dedicated to Helena and Phillips County. He was on the Helena Recreation Committee when I was the Recreation Director for the City of Helena back in the 1970s.
Kay Bilingsley
Sunday, April 6, 2025
He was loved by everybody and will be missed by all.
Martha Ann Huey Sloan
Sunday, April 6, 2025
Sending love to all of the King family. A very fine man indeed Mr John was.
Martha Ann Huey Sloan
Philly Rains
Sunday, April 6, 2025
Dear Ann, and family.
This is a loss for all of us. We will miss his sweet smile, and gentle nature. Sending prayers for peace, and strength. Love to you all.
Mary Catherine Huey Armstrong
Sunday, April 6, 2025
From the Huey family. Mr. John was such a fine man and our family has so I many fond memories. Our prayers are with your Mom and the whole family. What a wonderful life! His kind soul and beautiful smile will be missed!
George Gates
Saturday, April 5, 2025
My prayers are with you all..
Jean Clark
Saturday, April 5, 2025
Mrs. Ann and family, so very sorry for your loss. Prayer