Lois King

Lois Elizabeth Sprague King passed away June 29, 2011. She moved to Terrell as a young girl and attended Terrell schools. She was the daughter of Gracie and Ed Rush. Lois retired after 23 years from Terrell State Hospital. After her retirement she devoted her time caring for her husband Tom Sprague who also retired from Terrell State Hospital due to health. Later she married L. D. King after Toms death in 1990. Lois was famous for her ability to have a beautiful flower garden. The family joked that if Wal Mart had it in their garden center, she had it in her flower garden. Lois was blessed with three children, nine grandchildren, and four great grandchildren and one granddaughter preceded her in death. She is survived by her sister, Dale Bartlett Sherrill; brother William Rush and wife Shirley; step son, Larry Sprague; many nieces, and nephews. Lois is preceded in death by her parents; her sisters, Marie Turner, Lillian Turner, Frances Montgomery; and brothers, Marvin Charles Rush and Frank Rush. Her graveside service will be Saturday, July 2, at 10:00 am at Oakland Memorial Park with Pastor Bill Polly officiating. Her family will greet friends on Friday night, July 1, at 6:00-8:00 pm at the funeral home.