Brian King, 69, of Du Quoin, passed away at 11:42 P.M., Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at the Marshall Browning Hospital in Du Quoin.
Brian had worked for fifty years at Prysmian.  He was a member of Teamsters Local.  Brian was very laid back, enjoyed fishing and was a NASCAR fan.  Brian loved to spend time with his grandchildren.
He was born September 15, 1956 in Du Quoin, IL, the son of Robert and Esther (Hamburger) King.
He married Mary Ann Foster on July 8, 1977 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Du Quoin and she survives.
He is survived by his wife of Du Quoin, one daughter - Hilary Heape and husband Ryan of Du Quoin, two grandchildren - Nicholas King and fiancé Emma Guiddoum and Emma Fischer, three step grandchildren - Braden Heape (Whittney), Joshua Heape, and Lauren Heape, one step great granddaughter - Sawyer Heape, one sister - Debbie Brosch and husband Louie of Osage City, KS, his dogs - Yardley and Mack and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother - Perry King.
Per Brian's request, cremation rites will be accorded.  There will be no public visitation or funeral service.
Inurnment will be held at the Sunset Memorial Park columbarium at a later date in Du Quoin.
Friends may make memorials to Perry County Humane Society and will be accepted at the funeral home.
Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin is in charge of arrangements.