Of Oakville, Missouri, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025, just two days after celebrating her 90th birthday.
Born in Success, Arkansas, on August 1, 1935, Hannah was the youngest of eight children born to David and Inez Boyd. She grew up in the rural Clay County countryside, surrounded by a wide network of immediate and extended family that stretched across the Arkansas-Missouri border. A happy and spirited child, Hannah was blessed with a beautiful soprano voice that brought joy to many—sometimes a bit too much, as when, at age four, she startled the congregation of First Baptist Church of Success by launching into the Andrews Sisters’ “Oh Johnny” during a Sunday service.
After graduating from Corning High School, she moved to St. Louis at her brother Del’s encouragement and took a job at McDonnell Aircraft Corporation. It was there that she met the love of her life, Robert “Bob” King. The two married in 1955 and raised three children: Jeffery, Steven, and Christy. Their early life together included a few years in Torrance, California, to help her brother launch a business, before settling permanently in Florissant and, later, Oakville.
Hannah dedicated the early years of motherhood to raising her children before returning to the workforce as a daycare provider—work that allowed her to nurture and care for little ones, which she deeply loved.
A faithful follower of Jesus Christ, Hannah was a devoted member of several church communities over the years, including Florissant Valley Baptist Church, Cross Keys Baptist Church, and Hazelwood Baptist Church. She found lifelong friendships in those congregations and was a constant presence in church choirs well into her seventies.
She and Bob built a warm, welcoming home where weekend swim parties, cookouts, and card games were the rhythm of life for decades. She was an avid fan of the St. Louis Cardinals, the Rams during their time in St. Louis, and later, the Kansas City Chiefs.
More than anything, Hannah cherished her role as wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought her boundless joy.
She is survived by her husband of 70 years, Bob King, along with their children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and many dear friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, David and Inez Boyd, and all seven of her siblings—Novelle, Dathel, Del, Doyn, Peggy, Perry, and Terry.
Services: Visitation at Kutis South County Chapel (5255 Lemay Ferry) on Wednesday August 13th from 11AM until service at Noon. Interment at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Alzheimers Assn.
Hannah Dean King will be remembered for her grace, her laughter, her love of music and family, and her unwavering faith.
So sorry to hear this. My parents, Charles and Dorothy Christian sat together with Bob and Hannah at church, and they shared a pew at the 8am service at Hazelwood Baptist Church. Dad also knew both Mr. and Mrs. King when the three of them worked at McDonnell Douglas Aircraft Corp., (later became Boeing). I myself became better acquainted with Mrs. Hannah when she asked me to cut her hair. The two of us, along with my mom, while getting her haircut spent more than a few visits talking, and laughing on various topics of the time. She was a very nice lady, that I will remember fondly, although I could never get her to change her hairstyle.🤣. I thank you Christy for calling and telling me of your loss. I have told my parents also. I pray for you, Mr. Bob, your brothers and grandchildren, and with all extended family for peace, comfort, and joy in the memories you all shared together, and to know she is at home in Heaven, with the Almighty Father. Take care of each other. 🙏
What a wonderful loving mom. Christy and family your hearts are sad but your hearts will soar with her love inside your hearts forever!
My deepest condolences on your Mom’s passing! Sending warm regards and prayers for the entire family. Wishing you find comfort and joy in the Memories and peace in the knowledge she is no longer suffering.
So glad I got to see her a few months ago. We laughed a lot about fun times we had years ago. (Remember when’s)
I know for sure we’ll see her again one day where we’ll sing praises again to the LORD.
Until then, love and prayers to the family.
So glad I had the privilege of knowing Hannah years ago at Florissant Valley Baptist Church. Time marches on and people drift apart but those were some of the best days of my life. I know we will meet again in Paradise. God bless her family and friends with His Comforter.
With peace and love
Sandy Cooper