Pearl Y. King
Bow, NH – Pearl Yeaton King, born in Northwood, New Hampshire, on
August 17, 1935, passed peacefully after a brief battle with cancer on
September 10, 2025.
Pearl was a woman of great strength, grace, and fortitude. At a young
age, she took on the responsibility of caring for her father and
younger siblings-an early testament to her lifelong dedication to
family.
She graduated from Coe-Brown Academy and began nursing school, but
life had other plans. Pearl married David Gazaway and soon began to
build a loving family. A tireless worker, she started her career at
Concord Group Insurance Company, later moving into the banking
industry. She eventually spent over 20 years as an administrator at
the New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission.
In 1993, Pearl married Walter King. Together, they ran Ayers Lake
Campground and Cottages, while working full-time for the State of New
Hampshire. After retiring, Pearl and Walter moved to the west coast of
Florida, where they enjoyed their later years in the warmth and
sunshine.
A gifted seamstress, Pearl lovingly made clothing for her children and
family. In retirement, she discovered a passion for quilting-creating
over 200 quilts, which she gifted to her children, grandchildren,
great-grandchildren, siblings, nieces, nephews, and many friends.
Pearl was an extraordinary baker, known for her blond brownies, banana
bread, and whoopie pies. She gave most of her baked goods away, using
her talents was a way to express love. Her home was always open,
welcoming, and filled with the comforting aroma of something delicious
in the oven.
Above all, family was the cornerstone of Pearl’s life. She was
endlessly proud of her children, grandchildren, and
great-grandchildren.
Pearl was predeceased by her son George; sisters Jeannette, May, and
Marie; and brothers Richard and George.
She is survived by her husband, Walter King; her children, PollyAnn
and Hal Stanwood of York ME, Terri Gazaway Barnard of Concord, David
and Wendy Gazaway of Bow, and Nadeen and Kevin Carbone of Concord; as
well as her siblings Marla, Grace, Nita, Suzanne, and Donna.
Pearl leaves behind six cherished grandchildren-Kimball, Erin,
Marshall, Hanna, Dylan, and Caleb-and eight great-grandchildren.
Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, from
5PM-7PM at Bennett Funeral Home, 209 N. Main St, Concord NH. A
Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, Sept 24, 2025, at 10AM at
Bennett Funeral Home.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Bennett Funeral Home, Concord NH.