1959-2021

La Grande

Steven Richard King, 62, of La Grande, died Aug. 17, 2021, at his home. At his request, there will not be a service.

Steven was born June 1, 1959, in Wisconsin, to Judith Phillips. He graduated from Brookings Harbor High School and resided in Brookings until moving to La Grande in 2017. He married Molly Ann McVay on June 29, 2016.

Steven was employed with Island City Public Works and was part-owner of Countryside Kennels in La Grande. His life passion was caring for dogs. He treated all dogs as if they were his own.

Surviving relatives include his wife, Molly Ann McVay King of La Grande; stepchildren and spouses, Paul and Allesha Swigert of La Grande and Ashley and Max Ecroth of Florence; and five grandchildren.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.lovelandfuneralchapel.com.