A resident of NE Philadelphia, formerly of Lawncrest. Loving daughter of Viola J. and the late John C. King. Devoted lifetime partner of Gail A. Sawyer. Loving "Devil Niece" of Aunt El. The other mother of John, Danielle, and Sean Quinn. Godmother of Sheri Tittermary. Chosen aunt to many nieces, nephews, and honored to have many loving and devoted friends. Relatives, friends and employees of Verizon are invited to celebrate her life on Saturday June 27, 2009 from 10 A.M. to 12 Noon at Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave. (S. of Grant Ave.). Services and interment are private. In lieu of flowers, family prefers donations in her memory to Gift of Life Donor Program, 401 N. 3rd St., Phila., Pa. 19123.