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Jennifer E. King, 54

 

Jennifer King, age 54, passed away on September 2, 2025 in the comfort of her own home surrounded by loved ones after a courageous 3-year-long battle with Stage 4 Colon Cancer.

She was born in Holyoke, MA on November 8th, 1970, a daughter of the late Daniel and Elizabeth Ralston (Gorczakoski). After graduating from Drury High School in 1988, Jen began her schooling in Cosmetology and started a career in hairdressing. In 1993, she embarked on her 32-year-long tenure at CosmoProf where she not only skillfully managed but nurtured a fun and loving environment for hairdressers and cosmetologists alike.

With this being said, Jen was a woman of many trades. Her never-ending creativity always found a way to present itself in every little thing she did. No matter how difficult the task was, she always found a way. However, Jen found the most joy in raising her daughter and being the best mother a girl could ask for. Her daughter was the very best part of her, the piece of her heart that shined the brightest. She was an extraordinary soul whose kindness touched everyone around her. She loved her husband dearly, and their bond was a true example of love and devotion. She may have left this world physically, but the impact she made on others will live on.

She is survived by her loving husband, Raymond King, beloved daughter Danielle King, her in-laws Linda and Chuck Stevenson along with brothers Steven (Julie) and Shaun (Jessica) Ralston. She also leaves behind her nieces and nephews Andrew, Zoe, Nathan, and Samuel. She is predeceased by her parents Daniel and Elizabeth Ralston along with both sets of grandparents.

A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, September 9th at 12 Noon in Southview Cemetery, North Adams. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Calling hours in the PACIOREK FUNERAL HOME, 13 Hoosac St. Adams, are Monday from 5 to 7 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to No Paws Left Behind, 69 Hodges Cross Rd. North Adams, MA 01247, or at www.nopawsleftbehindas.org To leave a message of condolence, or for directions, please go online to www.paciorekfuneral.com

 


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Ray and family, We are so very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
from: Joe and Paula Benonion: 09-10-2025
Ray & family, my sincere sympathy, may she rest in peace and may your memories be cherished forever.
from: Denise Kennedyon: 09-09-2025
Ray & Dani, there are no words there are enough for the loss of your beautiful wife & Dani’s Mom~ She touched so many people with her bubbly personality, and smile and to say she will be missed by all who knew and loved her, is an understatement~ may the memories live on in your heart knowing that she is with you every single day~
from: Cheryl Lefaveon: 09-09-2025
Ray & Family,
My deepest sympathy to you during this time of sorrow. May the love of family, friends, and cherished memories bring you peace and healing. ? ?
from: Scott McAllisteron: 09-09-2025
Ray & Danielle, I am so sorry for your loss. Jen was a wonderful person. Sending prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.
from: Danielle Senecalon: 09-09-2025
Ray…So sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers Craig
& Cindy
from: Craig Rougeauon: 09-08-2025
Ray and family - very sorry for your families loss. Jen was such a nice person and well respected. We are thinking of you all and sending our prayers and thoughts at this time.
from: Tom and Carla McDonough on: 09-08-2025
Jen, we are immensely grateful to have you as a part of our lives as we raised our beautiful girls together. The beautiful barn square you gifted us will serve as a constant reminder of the love and memories we shared over those years. Dani and Ray, you will forever occupy a special place in our hearts, and we are keeping you both in our thoughts and prayers.
from: The DeBenedetto Family on: 09-08-2025
Ray, Please accept my sympathy and know that you and your family are in my thoughts.
Steve Abuisi
from: Steve Abuision: 09-08-2025
Ray and family, I am so sorry for your families loss. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
from: Lorie Bolteon: 09-08-2025
My Sincere condolences to Ray and The Entire Family. So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and Prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May God watch over you all.
from: John Brown on: 09-07-2025
Sending hugs to family and friends.
from: Rose Davis Macdonald on: 09-06-2025
My deepest condolences to u and ur daughter!
I love u kinger!! Ur brother Cooker
from: Jeff Cookon: 09-06-2025
Ray, Dani, Steve, Shaun and family,
So sorry to hear of Jennifer's passing. Our sincerest thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.
from: Glenn and Lisa Boyeron: 09-05-2025
Ray and Dani,
I am so sorry for your loss. Jen was an amazing friend, person, mom and wife. She will always be remembered for her huge heart, love and energy. I shared so many great memories with her that I will cherish forever. She will be greatly missed. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers!
from: Jennifer Annandon: 09-05-2025
Ray, Daniella, Steven and Shaun,

My heart broke after reading this. Jen was a beautiful person inside and out. I am very sorry for your loss. Sending love to you all.

Tara
from: Tara (Lefave) Stredon: 09-05-2025
My deepest condolences to you Ray and Dani. May she always be remembered for the love she gave to her family and the special memories you all created over the years.
from: Diane M Collinson: 09-05-2025
To the King family. This is so sad. Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of Jenn. May she rest in peace.
from: David Willetteon: 09-05-2025
Jen you are the most talented and loving and strong woman I have ever know We have been so blessed that God chose you for Rays wife and Dani’s mother and our daughter in law You have left us with your light of your life Dani As you always said you cooked well to help the love of your life to carry on You will be so missed.
from: on: 09-05-2025
Dear Raymond and Dani. I’m so saddened by your loss of your wife and mother. May you find peace with your memories shared with her and comfort with the family and friends that love you.
Sending my love, Aunt Debi.
from: Deb Joneson: 09-05-2025
Ray and Dani, We are so very sorry for your loss. She put up one courageous fight. There are no words that can help you through this at this time. Know that we love you and are are here for you. She was a lovely woman that touched a lot of people’s hearts.
from: Brenda,Todd and Ryleeon: 09-05-2025
Dear Ray, Steve. Shaun and family. My heart goes out to you all. I am saddened to hear this news. My sincerest condolences. I've known Jen since Greylock Elementary School. Many shared memories. My family’s prayers and blessings are with you all. 4 Kisses and Just One More.
-Michael J. Mutart
from: Michael J. Mutarton: 09-05-2025
Our sincere condolences to all the family and friends.
from: Wendy/Joe Roberton: 09-05-2025
Ray, Steve, Shaun & family, Sending thoughts and prayers. We are so very sorry for your loss.
from: Matt & Jana Boyeron: 09-05-2025
Sending deepest condolences to the king family May Jen rest in peace ?
from: on: 09-05-2025
One of the best people I have ever met and had the pleasure of the friendship we shared.
Going to miss you woman.
from: Karen, Jim , Jimmy & Grace Kelleyon: 09-05-2025
Ray and Family- I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all. ?
from: John Mulcahyon: 09-05-2025
Ray and family, I was deeply saddened to hear of this. Sending my prayers.
from: daniel shermanon: 09-05-2025
Steve and family, So very sorry to hear about Jen. We are thinking of all of you at this sad time.
from: Becky and Curt Cellanaon: 09-05-2025
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