After a life of love, wonder, spirit and adventure, Juanita May King (88) passed away peacefully on July 27, 2015. Her vibrant life was testament to her belief that 'dreams really do come true'. Granddaughter of Oklahoma pioneers, Juanita was valedictorian of her class at Pawhuska High School. She attended Oklahoma A M and earned her bachelor and masters degrees from the University of Tulsa. She met her husband, Charlie King, while attending Oklahoma A M. The two were married in 1947 and had four children. It was from her mother, who rode sidesaddle to teach school in Lincoln County, that she inherited a passion for education. A strong advocate for public education, Juanita taught math and computers at Nimitz Junior High School. Her example inspired her children and grandchildren to pursue their own educations to the highest level. Juanita's life revolved around family. No one in the family would miss her fried chicken, Thanksgiving dinners, homemade jellies or gifts of pecans shelled with care. Juanita cherished the fact that the home she and Charlie built was filled with grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She loved rocking babies, playing slapjack with the greatgrands, and watching them ride bikes on their long driveway. When the kids would select a book and ask her to read to them she was always thrilled. A political activist, Juanita would engage in a political conversation with anybody and was always right. She was a member of the Oklahoma Democratic Party, OEA, NEA, OSPE Auxiliary and DAR. She enjoyed time as an OSU Master Gardener and was an excellent bridge player. Survivors include Charlie, her husband of 67 years? brother Bayless May? her children: Janie Lyon (Larry), Charles King (Karen), Joyce Cheatham (Keith), and John King (Allis)? 10 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. A family celebration of life will be held at a later date. In her memory, donations can be made to the Barth Syndrome Foundation, PO Box 582, Gretna, NE 68028, honoring her great-grandson Henry Branagh.