Fair Haven- Lillian J. King Lillian J. King, 91, died Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at Rutland Regional Medical center after a brief illness. Lillian was born October 15, 1928 in Castleton, VT the daughter of Carl and Florence (Dimick) Johnson. She was a graduate of Fair Haven High School, class of 1946 and the Rutland School of Nursing, class of 1949. After receiving her nursing degree she worked at Rutland Hospital and as a private duty nurse for many years. Lillian married Douglas V. King in 1950. Together the couple purchased the Durfee Funeral Home and she assisted Doug in many aspects of the business. They also owned and operated Kings Unfinished Furniture and Floor covering for many years. She was an avid Red Sox fan and also enjoyed gardening, crafts, reading and local history. Survivors include her three daughters and their spouses: Deborah and husband Michael Weinberg of Jericho, VT; Peggy and husband Paul Olson, of Gorham, ME; Amy and husband Walter Ducharme, of Castleton, VT: a grandson Brian Olson , of Windham, ME: her Brother, Donald Johnson and Wife Jan, of Palmyra, PA; several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents and by her husband Doug; her brother Carl (Bud) Johnson, Jr. Services with be private and at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to Rutland Area Visiting Nurse and Hospice at 7 Albert Cree Drive, Rutland, Vt 05701 or the American Cancer Society At P.O Box 397, Montpelier, VT 05601, or to the Fair Haven Rescue Squad at 17 Prospect Street, Fair Haven, VT 05743. Arrangements are under the direction of the Ducharme Funeral Home Inc. Online condolences at www.ducharmefuneralhome.com