Jewel was born November 25, 1935 in Dogwood, Alabama. Jewel passed away in Torrance, California July 17, 2010.
Jewel is survived by her husband Kenneth (Pete) King.They celebrated their 49th wedding anniversary on May 14, 2010. Also survived by brother Eugene Boothe and sisters Shirley Lee and Connie Badgett. Also survived by nephews Michael and Gary Martin and Fred Badgett and nieces Mary (Annette) Knapp and Michelle Schroff. Jewel surrounded herself with her many great nieces and nephews and great, great nieces and nephews. Jewel was loved by many persons, family and friends and she adored all of them.
Funeral Service will be held at Halverson, Stone & Myers Chapel on Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. in Torrance.
Arrangements under the direction of Halverson, Stone & Myers Mortuary, Torrance, CA.