Jerome Alfonza King Sr., affectionately known as "Beanie" was born on March 15, 1953, to the late Earl R. King, Sr., and Shirley H. King. He passed away peacefully surrounded by love at Memorial Regional Hospital on December 19, 2025.

Jerome was the oldest of six children and was educated in the Hanover County Public Schools system, graduating from Patrick Henry High School in 1971. He accepted Christ at an early age and joined Greenwood Baptist Church, where his faith was a guiding force throughout his life.

Jerome was an experienced truck driver for over 20 years, with a passion for training younger drivers. He retired in 2023 from XPO Logistics after 17 years of service as a yard jockey.

Jerome was a devoted family man who cherished spending time with family and friends, enjoyed traveling, loved comedy and was a true Washington Commanders fan.

Jerome was predeceased by his father, the late Earl R. King Sr., sister, Jacqueline King, and grandson, Kevin Hill.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 38 years, Lillian G. King; beloved mother, Shirley H. King; children, Jerelyn Hill (Robert), Jerome A. King Jr., Carla Gaines, and Jarrel King;  siblings, Gwendolyn King, Earline Morris (John Jr.), Christine King Baylor (Edmond), and Earl R. King Jr.; grandchildren, Trayvon Hill, Aleja Claiborne, Jelasia King, Jerome A. King, III, Jade King, Jaden King, and Tamir King; great-grandson, Elijah Baltazar; brother-in-law, Gerald Gregory (Joanne); sisters-in law, Virginia G. White; Robin G. Roane (Alvin), and Easter G. Gaines (Charles, Sr.); along with a host of nieces and nephews.

Jerome's legacy of faith, family, and perseverance will continue to live on through all who knew and loved him.