Warren "Bud" Allen King

Warren “Bud” King passed away peacefully in his home on June 9, 2026 at the age of 82 in Missoula, Montana. Bud was born on May 10, 1944 to Warren and Joy King in Helena, Montana.   Bud was the oldest of 5 siblings, Arna Hoopes(deceased), John King(deceased), Jill Osborne and Mickey (Jerry) Nelson.  He is survived by his dear wife Marilyn. They were married more than 65 years and have 4 children.  Diane (Jim) King-Critchlow, John King, Julie (Steven) Sipes and Jackie (Jerry) McPherson and 6 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

 

On March 27, 1961 Bud and Marilyn married in Wallace, Idaho.  Bud worked for 30 years as a pipefitter and raised his family in Piltzville enjoying many outdoor excursions.  Bud had a passion for Rock Creek.  He purchased land, built a cabin and upon retirement he and Marilyn moved there and spent many wonderful years enjoying visits from their children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.  He enjoyed hiking, hunting, cross-country skiing and gold panning up at Rock Creek. While at the cabin, he taught himself to play the fiddle and became active in the Montana State Old-Time Fiddlers’ Association later becoming Vice President. 

 

A celebration of life will be held on August 8, 2026 at LaFray Park in Missoula from 12:00 noon until 5:00 p.m.