Barbara L. King, 91 of Nobleboro, passed away at her home on the morning of January 19, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.  Born on July 16, 1934, in Ridgewood NJ, she spent her childhood on an egg farm in Wyckoff, NJ with her parents, Louis and Minnie Gebell, and siblings; her sister Wilma and brother Richard.

Barbara met and married Frank P. King in 1955 and went on to have four children; Frank P. King, Jr., Wayne P. King, Garrett P. King and Patricia K. King (Coffin).

Barbara was an avid and competitive bowler, spending many years perfecting her game in local leagues in both NJ and Maine.  In NJ she was a member of Company #3 Fire Department ladies auxiliary for many of her early years, where she contributed her time and energy to countless events and projects.  In 1973 Barbara moved to Maine with Frank for a new adventure; to run Duck Puddle Campground.

Barbara loved to travel, and over the years she and Frank visited many places in the US and abroad.  Barbara’s best role was grandmother. She had 8 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Barbara was always there to listen, help and comfort.  In her later years she enjoyed knitting, puzzles and playing cards with her friend Nancy.

Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Frank; their sons, Frank King, Jr. and Garrett King; grandson, Wayne P. King, Jr.; sister, Wilma McConnell; and brother, Richard Gebell; 

She is survived by her son, Wayne P. King and his wife Lisa; daughter, Patricia K. Coffin; grandsons, Ryan Coffin, Ian Coffin and his wife Jen, Garret Coffin and his wife Megan, and Jason King; granddaughters, Jessica Cosgrove, Kristen Lane and her husband Chuck; and Katlyn King; 23 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

A private ceremony to scatter her ashes will be held in the spring for her family.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of the Strong-Hancock Funeral Home, 612 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543.  Condolences, and messages for her family, may be expressed by visiting: www.StrongHancock.com.