Longtime Rutherford County Sheriff's Deputy Greg King Passes Away at 63

King worked for multiple law enforcement agencies before retiring as a school resource officer.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 7:04am

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A hazy, out-of-focus photograph of a police uniform, cap, and badge resting on a wooden surface, conveying a sense of loss and remembrance through the soft, dreamlike quality of the image.The passing of longtime Rutherford County law enforcement officer Greg King leaves a void in the community he served for decades.Murfreesboro Today

Charles Gregory 'Greg' King, a 63-year-old former law enforcement officer who worked for the Wilson County Sheriff's Department, Murfreesboro Police Department, and retired as a school resource officer with the Rutherford County Sheriff's Department, has passed away in Rutherford County.

Why it matters

Greg King's passing marks the loss of a dedicated public servant who spent decades protecting his community through various law enforcement roles, including working with young people as a school resource officer.

The details

King was preceded in death by his parents and a great-nephew. He is survived by his wife, children, siblings, grandchildren, and other extended family members. Visitation and a chapel service will be held this week, with burial to follow in Coleman Cemetery.

  • Greg King passed away on April 12, 2026.
  • Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 16, 2026 from 4:00-8:00 PM.
  • The chapel service will be on Friday, April 17, 2026 at 2:00 PM.
  • Burial will follow the chapel service in Coleman Cemetery.

The players

Charles Gregory 'Greg' King

A 63-year-old former law enforcement officer who worked for the Wilson County Sheriff's Department, Murfreesboro Police Department, and retired as a school resource officer with the Rutherford County Sheriff's Department.

Mandy Chere Arnold King

Greg King's wife.

Jennings and Ayers Funeral Home

The funeral home handling the arrangements for Greg King's services.

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The takeaway

Greg King's decades of service in law enforcement, including his work as a school resource officer, highlight the important role that dedicated public servants play in keeping communities safe and supporting young people. His passing is a loss felt by his family, colleagues, and the broader Rutherford County community.