Leone Bray King, 93, died peacefully at her home in San Mateo, CA, surrounded by family. A sixth generation Californian, Leone was born in San Francisco to Leona Denny and Martin Bray.
After enjoying a few summers vacationing in Redwood City—considered “the country” in the 1930s—she and her parents settled there permanently. Much of her childhood was spent on her bicycle and roller skates, exploring the quiet neighborhoods and open fields of the developing town.
Leone attended Mount Carmel and Notre Dame elementary schools before graduating from Drew High School. She continued her education at Saint Mary’s College of Nursing until her marriage to George T. Mundorff (Ted). In 1956, they purchased a house in San Mateo, which was Leone’s cherished home for almost 70 years. Tragically, she was soon widowed with four young children after Ted died in a plane accident.
Ultimately, Leone reunited with her former high school sweetheart, John F. King, whom she married, and together they welcomed two more children. After dedicating years to raising her six children, she embarked on a career in finance with General Electric Capital. She was elated to retire in 1992, allowing her to live a content life where she was happiest: at home with her beloved John.
Survived by her children, Ted (JoAnne), Anne, John and Elizabeth (Mark); grandchildren, great-grandchildren and sisters-in-law, Sister Catherine Mary and Jeannie. Predeceased by her husband, John, and daughters, Janice and Jeanne.
Leone was a gracious, elegant and compassionate spirit. At the same time, she had a sharp wit and great strength which she instilled in her family. She approached life with curiosity and enthusiasm and found joy in her family, her pets, and her music-filled home. She enriched our lives and we will miss her immensely.
A Rosary and Funeral Mass will be held at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 1 Notre Dame Ave, San Mateo, on Friday, January 9, 2025 at 9:45 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Leone’s honor to Sisters of the Presentation of San Francisco or Our Lady of Mount Carmel School in Redwood City.
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