Maria S. King of Framingham, MA, formally of Natick, age 50, passed away Christmas Eve, December 24, 2011. She is survived by her siblings Nancy King-Bolger and her husband Patrick Bolger of Holliston, Frances (Frankie) Gartner and her husband Thomas of Medway and Benjamin King and his wife Maria of Natick. Maria also leaves her nieces and nephews Benjamin, Devin, Sarah, Bryce, Katrina, Katie, Amy, Graham and MaryGrace. She was the daughter of the late Richard and Mary King and sister to the late Jane S. King.
Maria will be remembered most for her enthusiasm for life. She enjoyed her family, riding her bike, rides in the van, and lively music. Her life was full and happy, despite her challenges, made possible through the devotion of her family and her many caregivers at the Justice Resource Institute Residential Program and the Advocates Day Habilitation Program. Her family wishes to acknowledge all those past and present who enriched her life; the JRI and Advocates families, beloved relatives, family friends and South Natick neighbors who were always inclusive and accepting.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service honoring her life on Saturday, December 31, at 1:00 P.M. in the Chapel of the John Everett and Sons Funeral Home, 4 Park St at Natick Common. Visiting hours on Saturday from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. prior to the Service.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to JRI, Suite 100, 1671 Worchester Rd, Framingham, MA 01701.