Paul Kingsley Platts Jr.

Paul “Kingsley” Platts, Jr., 56, of Apex, NC passed away on Monday, October 5, 2020 at Transitions LifeCare in Raleigh. He was born January 19, 1964 in Lenoir County, NC, the son of Paul Kingsley Platts, Sr. of Edenton, NC, and the late Shirley Harrell Platts.

Kingsley grew up in Kinston, NC and was a graduate of Atlantic Christian College, where he earned a B.A. degree in Business. After working in the banking industry for over 20 years, he made a career change to the Information Technology field. Kingsley was a lover of all types of music and was known for his rocking drumming skills. He played in numerous bands throughout his life. Kingsley was a dedicated husband and loving father. He was a well-liked person and got along with everyone. He was a friend to all.

He is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Michelle Atkins Platts, a daughter, Jenna Kaycee Platts, and a son, Gavin Avery Platts, all of Apex, his father, Paul Kingsley Platts, Sr., of Edenton, NC, and one sister, Harriet Platts, of Seattle, WA.

A memorial will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, October 9th, at Montague Lake, 10301 Penny Road, Raleigh, NC 27606, by Reverend Steve Barker. Family and friends are invited to attend. It is asked that all attendees maintain social distancing and follow mask wearing protocols due to Covid-19.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Transitions LifeCare, 250 Hospice Circle, Raleigh, NC 27607.

Online condolences may be made at www.BrownWynneCary.com