David J. King, age 65, of Tipp City, Ohio died unexpectedly Saturday, April 14, 2012 at his residence. He was born October 27, 1946 in Pontiac, Michigan to Phyllis Kline King and the late James King. In addition to his mother David is survived by; daughters and sons-in-law, Ann Marie and Bob Chaney of Troy, Ohio; Carol L. Wheeler of Troy, Ohio; Mindy K. and Jared Buechler of Dayton, Ohio; grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Cody Chaney; Darian and Drew Wheeler, Madison and Lauren Wagner and Victoria Buechler; Companion Marilyn Hartline; Brothers and sisters-in-law Gary and Sally King of Oxford, Michigan; Jeff and Christine King of Tustin, Michigan; Brothers-in-laws and sisters-in laws, Karen Watterson of Romeo, Michigan; Donald Striber of Romeo Michigan; Edward and Joan Striber of Romeo, Michigan; Marion Striber of Almont, Michigan; many loving nieces and nephews; Best friends Ralph and Cathy Haney of Clawson, Michigan; Doug Foore of Scottsdale, Arizona. David was preceded in death by his father and wife of 43 years Linda Marie King on August 11, 2011. David worked at American Honda Motor Company as Senior OEM Sales Representative for 29 years; he was a graduate of Romeo High School; A Sergeant in the United States Army serving his country during the Vietnam War where he received a purple heart and bronze star. He attended Christian Life Center and was President of United Street Machines Association in Detroit, Michigan. He coordinated support of the Quarter Midget Association. He loved his dogs, Samantha and Lucille and his many Hot Rods. He was a beloved father and grandfather and especially loved spending time with his seven grandchildren and his many friends. Services will be held 10:30AM Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at the Baird Funeral Home, Troy, Ohio with the Rev. Dr. Douglas Magin officiating. Interment will follow with Military honors in Riverside Cemetery, Troy, Ohio. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5:00-8:00PM on Tuesday. Memorial contributions may be made to Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of American 386 Park Ave. South, 17th Floor New York, New York 10016.