Walter DeWitt King, 67, of Elyria passed away suddenly at home on Monday August 5, 2024 following a long illness surrounded by his family. Walt worked as a truck driver for MTC Horticulture, was an avid NASCAR fan and enjoyed camping. He was preceded in death by his parents William and Dorothy King, sister, Brenda King and brothers, William King and Raymond Pearl. Survivors include his partner of 48 years Cynthia Reinhardt; son, Matthew (Jackie) Reinhardt; daughter, Michelle (Timothy) Flynn; grandchildren, Samantha, Alexis, and Ethan; great-grandchild, Ryan; brother, Jimmy (Sue) King; sisters, Linda (Kenneth) Mitchell and Raymonda King, and many nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life will be announced at a future date. Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Elyria have been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.laubenthalmercado.com