Virgil M. King, 82 years old, of Nashville, TN passed away on August 29, 2021. Virgil was born on June 21, 1939 to Virgil A. and Mildred R. King in Nashville.
Virgil graduated from West High School in 1957. In 1964, Virgil married Mary Kathyrine Morgan, and they went on to have three sons, Christopher, Gregory (Kristy), and Cayce (Laurie). Virgil also had two beautiful granddaughters, Jacqueline and Abigail, and one handsome grandson, Alex.
Anyone who knew Virgil knew of his love of trains. From model trains to working for the Tennessee Central Railroad and the Opryland Railroad, Virgil was committed to sharing his love of trains with others. The family would like to recognize the members of the Music City Chapter of the TCA for their care and companionship over the years. Many of his fondest memories were made with these fine gentlemen.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Nashville Steam Preservation Society, 220 Willow Street, Nashville, TN 37210.
There will be a visitation with the family at Woodbine Funeral Home, Hickory Chapel, 5852 Nolensville Rd, Nashville, TN 37211 on Thursday, September 9, 2021 from 1 – 3 p.m.
