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James LOCKWOOD Obituary
81, of Dayton, passed away Monday, August 30, 2021, surrounded by family. He was born in Detroit on July 22, 1940, son of the late Ken and Mary (Kozma) Lockwood. Jim attended Wayne State University and proudly served our country, playing French horn in the U.S. Air Force Band. He worked as a computer programming analyst for Ledex, Elder Beerman's, Cap Gemini and Sogeti.
Jim will be remembered for his love and dedication to theatre. An accomplished director, actor and supporter of local theatre companies, he was inducted into the Dayton Theatre Hall of Fame in 2008.
Jim is survived by daughter Jennifer, son Jake (Heather), grandchildren Jack and Rosemary, brother Thomas (Annie) Lockwood, girlfriend Jane McBride and former wife Dodie Lockwood.
A celebration of life: The Dayton Playhouse, Saturday, September 4 at 1:00 pm. Masks will be required for entry. Please consider making a donation to a local theatre company in
Jim's honor.
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David
September 6, 2021
I first met Jim in 1982, when I was an adolescent in my first community theater production at the Dayton Theater Guild. His quick wit and love of puns resonated with me immediately. Always sharp as an actor and director, and always kind. He is a Hall of Famer not just in theater, but in life and beyond. Thank you, Jim.
Jamie Pavlofsky
September 3, 2021
I will always treasure the memories I have of Jim. He was truly one of the best people I´ve ever known. He was a giant of the Dayton theatre community and will be missed by us all.
Carol Wilder
September 3, 2021
Jim Lockwood was a force of nature! He was a dearly loved friend, and will be sorely missed. Praying for peace and comfort for everyone Jim's life touched.
Barbara Snow
September 3, 2021
I was lucky enough to meet Jim in 2018 when he was part of the cast for a reading of my play at the Dayton Playhouse. Such a kind, generous man. I´m very sorry for your loss.
Tamar Fishbein
September 2, 2021
I will forever be grateful for the memories I have with Jim. He always had a hug kind word for you every time you saw him. He will be missed by the whole Dayton theatre community.
Bonnie Froelich
September 2, 2021
It won't be the same at OCTA Conference without you!
Nancy Perrin
September 2, 2021
I smile as I remember Jim. I worked with him various times in musical theatre productions. Always a pleasure. May God bless his beautiful soul.
Mark Lyons
September 2, 2021
Jennifer, Jake, I'm sorry for your loss. I'll always remember the great times we all had at the family picnics. Your father had a great sense of humor. I'll keep you in my prayers.
Mark
Geoff
September 2, 2021
Jim was a central figure in my theatre life since I resumed it in 1985. Very few could match his good nature, his wit, and his knowledge; I am blessed to have known him, to have shared an occasional stage with him, and to have been cast in shows under his tutelage. The hole his passing has left in my heart will heal, but I will miss him dearly and never forget his positive influence in my life.
RIP, good sir! My condolences and love to all your family and friends; may they take comfort in knowing just how much you meant to so many.
Dee Voss
September 2, 2021
God must be planning a big show to call Jim to direct. Peace and prayers to the family.
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