Naomi King, Last of MLK Jr.’s Generation of Kings, Has Died

Naomi King

According to news reports, Naomi King, the wife of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s brother, A.D. King, has died. Naomi Ruth Barber King, the widow of the Rev. Alfred Daniel (A.D.) King and the founder of a service foundation bearing his name, was 92.

She was also known as ‘Butterfly’ because of her love for butterfly pins and jewelry. “Our beloved and cherished Butterfly has taken flight,” her daughter Alveda King said. “Words cannot express our joy and sorrow. Thank you for your love and prayers.”