In Remembrance Of
Cherry King
Cherry King, 64, of Kearney, MO passed away, March 16, 2025.
She was born on February 4, 1961 to Delbert Ray and Joyce Coleen (Wayman) Boggess in Smithville, MO. Cherry grew up in Kearney and graduated from Kearney High School in 1979. She later graduated from Paris II School of Cosmetology.
On September 6, 1986 she was united in marriage to James King. After their marriage they lived in the Smithville and Kearney area where they made their home.
She owned and operated Cherry’s Family Hair Care in Edgerton, MO for many years. In her younger years she played softball. She enjoyed camping, her flowers, had a great sense of style and most of all loved spending time with her grandson.
Cherry was preceded in death by her mother.
She is survived by her husband, Jim; sons, Nathan King and Isaac King; grandson, Ranson King; father, Delbert Boggess; and brother, Anthony (Kathy) Boggess; other relatives and many friends.
Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 22nd at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville with visitation one hour prior to the service.
A Private Family Inurnment will be held at a later date at Muddy Fork Cemetery, Holt, MO.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.
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Service Details
10:00 a.m. Saturday, March 22nd at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville.
11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 22nd at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville.
Comments & condolences
6 comments
Terry Stewart
I know she was a fighter, very strong. My heart and prayers go to Jim and family. Cherry was also very special to my mother Lenora. May she rest in piece.
Mary and family
So sorry to hear about Cherry. So enjoyed knowing her and going to the beauty shop downtown. Love and deepest condolences to all her family.
Jimi & Joyce Lang
My heart goes out to all of Cherrys family. I know it’s a hard time for you right now. I’m praying for all of you that you can get through this difficult time and always remember all the great times you had with Cherry and keep those memories close to your heart..♥️ Joyce and Jimi Lang.
Barbara Farris
Jimmy and family,
Extending sympathy to you and yours at the loss of your beloved wife and mother. I will continue to hold you in my prayers. God bless.
Toni Ward,Carl Ward
We send to the Family our Love,Prayers ❤️🙏🏼🫂.
Cindy Hensley Hubbard
Jim and family. I’m so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.