David Lee King, 56, passed away Monday, Dec 15, 2025 at Doctor's Hospital. David was born in Manteca, CA, the son of Larry Lynn & Evelyn Faye King. David graduated from Manteca High School, was on the football team and was racing motorcycles every weekend growing up. His family enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping, and as adults remained Anglers. They always owned fishing boats and enjoyed the sport to the fullest. David was a certified diesel mechanic and was a boat mechanic for many years and was one of the best boat motor mechanic's in the valley. He was well known in his community and on the internet as the "Boat Dude". Dave was generous and kindhearted and was always helping someone. He had so many friends and will be missed by everyone. He was so happy to be a grandfather and he adored his grand daughter, Mia Morgan.
Pre–deceased by his mother E. Faye King, brother Dwain King, father Larry King. Survived by his soulmate Michelle Morgan, daughter Krystyn Morgan, son Justin Morgan, daughter–in–law Yesenia Morgan, granddaughter Mia Morgan and son David King.
Graveside Service will be held at Park View Cemetery
3661 E. French Camp Rd. Manteca, CA 95336 on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 <\@> 10:00 am & Celebration of Life to follow <\@> 11:00 am <\@> Chez Shari Manteca Park Golf Course 305 N. Union Rd.. Manteca, CA 95337.