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Douglas King Obituary

Douglas Paul King, 48, passed away June 5, 2025, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, MS. Doug was born in Webster, TX, on February 17, 1977. He was the son of William Marlon King and Kathy Lynn Diehl King of Pontotoc, MS. He loved listening to music. Doug also enjoyed hunting, fishing and playing cards. He was an employee of Caterpillar as a machine operator. Doug is survived by his wife, Melonie King; son, Kyle Samford (Sara) of Oxford, MS; daughters, Brittany Hunter (Blake) of Columbus, MS, and Kaylah King of Oxford, MS; his parents; and six grandchildren. No services will be held at this time. Please be in prayer for Doug's family in the days to come. Booneville Funeral Home will be trusted in helping Doug's family.

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Published by WTVA on Jun. 13, 2025.

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