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Hilda Locke Obituary
Age 69 of 269 West 13th Street Elmira Heights, NY passed away on Sunday November 11, 2007 after a courageous battle with cancer. Hilda was born June 1, 1938 in Elmira, NY the daughter of the late Fred and Gladys Bertha Jayne Lisk Jr. She married her husband, Dale Barnes Locke, on June 20, 1958 and they recently celebrated their 49th Wedding Anniversary on June 20, 2007. Hilda loved crocheting and above all she loved her family and friends and cherished the time she spent with them. She was pre-deceased by her parents and by her son Charles F. Locke who passed away on January 17, 1959. Hilda is survived by her husband Dale Barnes Locke; sons and daughters-in-law: Raymond & Rebecca Locke of Erin, NY and Douglas & Stephanie Locke of Elmira, NY; daughters and son-in-law: Betty & Fred Baldock of Elmira, NY and Cheryl Locke of Elmira Heights, NY; 4 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren; sister: Lucille Ellis of Mansfield, PA; brothers and sister-in-law: Chuck & Lori Lisk of Mansfield, PA and Fred Lisk of Elmira, NY; sisters-in-law: Margo Thomas of Elmira, NY, Muriel Rankin of Florida, and Roberta Horton of Ellenville, NY; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. Mrs. Locke's wish was that there be no prior calling hours. Private Funeral Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Elmira, NY. Arrangements are entrusted to the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY.
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Memories and Condolences
for Hilda Locke
DOUGLAS LOCKE
November 9, 2019
Mom is missed every day, I still find myself wanting to call her to talk about the day. I would love to see her with my beautiful little grandchildren, I know they would love her. I tell them stories about their great grandmother and her endless love and show them pictures all the time. I do my best to keep her spirit flowing by sharing her stories and the Love I was given by her. I love and miss you Momma.
Syndi, Mykel, Salia, Myrsina Corwin
December 1, 2007
When in Death shall we forget the time we spent and the time we missed.
When in Death shall we forget the loved ones we hugged and kissed.
We shall never forget what Death may bring.
We shall never forget that the Morning Dove always sings.
Denny and Marilyn O'Connell
November 18, 2007
Ray and Family,
We were very sorry to hear about your Mother's passing. We know how much you cared for her and how important it was for you to take care of her. Throughout our lives we witness the passing of friends and other relatives, but losing your Mother is a special loss. She is the one who bore you, loved you and cared for you when you were young and helpless. And that, I believe, is the first and most basic knowledge we gain, and is a part of us all our lives. You were blessed to be able to return some of that love and caring in her time of need.
Liz Grose
November 18, 2007
Ray, Becky & Family.....Sorry to hear of your loss, but know she is in a better place now, and will always be watching over her family...
I only recently met her, but she was a sweetheart and a spunky lady for her age...ya just had to love her...
She will be missed by all....
Liz, Dylan & Selina
Joanne Wilber
November 16, 2007
Ray and family,
I was so sorry to hear about your mother's death on Tuesday. She's in a much better place now. You're in my prayers. Just think of all the memories you all have and that now you have a special Angel to watch over you. Take care!
Joanne (Staybridge)
Peter & Sheryl Kondrach
November 16, 2007
Ray, Becky, and Betty:May your Mom now rest in peace. We will all miss her
Ray , Becky , Grandkids & Great-Grandkids Locke
November 16, 2007
I found this poem and thought of Mom...
My loves are simple things, the diamond dewdrops on the vine, The honey suckle by the well, these loves are mine. The little heifer in the stall with lovely wandering eyes looks about her tiny world and nibbles at her ties.
My loves are little things that grow and creep and sing. But I could never measure the contentment that they bring.And than my loves are quiet things, they sometimes sleep all day, For it's in the evening that crickets sing and play.
When the peepers and the night birds play their favorite tunes,And when the fireflies light the meadow on a summer night in June; My loves are all so gentle and they never charge a fee, I'm so glad they come visitting and sit a while with me.
The snowflakes in the winter, the willows in the spring,The blackbirds in the hollow with their brilliant scarlet wings,The simple things of summer, the brooks wandering on its way, The berries on the sunit hill, the smell of the new-mown hay.
These and like them, cheer my soul from day to day. For my loves are simple. May God bless them all, I pray. Time goes very swiftly, Like the swallow on the wing, So go softly, through this life and listen to it sing.
Jeffrey Bell
November 16, 2007
My Deepest prayers to Becky and Ray, and to the Locke Family, May the Lord Bless you and keep you safe..
Kristy
November 16, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jaime (McGrain) Owens
November 15, 2007
Dale, Betty, Ray,& Doug,
I am very sorry for your loss. Having spoken with Doug and Dale over the past few weeks I know that "mom" is in a better place. She always welcomed me into her own home as one of her many kids and I will always remember that. If you need anything please let me know.
I love you guys
Nancy & Frank Pirnat
November 15, 2007
Dear Dale, Cheryl, Ray, Betty, & Doug . . . Hilda had such a long battle, that no one should have had to suffer, but she was such a great fighter, and she kept her sense of humor like no one we've ever known. We are thankful that we were able to visit with her this past summer, and will always laugh when we are reminded of her tales of her precious pearl-handled gun . . . What a beauty that gun is! As always, our prayers are with you all.
Love, Cousin Nancy & Frank
cliff, holly and tony matteson
November 15, 2007
mom we love you and we will miss you
doug and steph if you need anything call. holly and tony sends hugs and kisses to heaven for you mom.
Cheryl Locke
November 15, 2007
I Love You Ma & I will tell my friends that I Love you very much & I will keep you in my heart. Love You!
Elizabeth Zinck
November 15, 2007
Doug,Steph,and kids. I'm sorry for your loss. our prayers are with you.May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Doug, Stephanie,Macayla, Chelsie.
November 15, 2007
Mom
will always be a part of our life. She was always the same person no
matter what. I love ya mom. Your Grand Daughters tell everyone all the
stories about their gramma and what she meant to them.
Corinne, Dale and Jennifer Townsend
November 15, 2007
Doug, Steph and kids, We are so very sorry for your loss. I know there is nothing I can do to help with the pain you are going through, but if you need any one to talk to, you have my number. God bless, and may she rest in peace.
Mary Reed
November 15, 2007
To all of you ... My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time ...
November 15, 2007
So sorry to hear of your loss. If there's anything we can do, please do not hesitate to let us know.
Thinking of you.
Michael Williams
Mary Reed
Rene (McGrain) Hodge
November 15, 2007
Doug and Betty, I'm so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. If there is anything I can do, please contact me.
Betty Baldock
November 15, 2007
Mom loved country music, crocheting, watching Price Is Right(she always said Bob Barker was her boyfriend), spending time with the grandchildren and great grand children. She will be missed but we know that mom is now in a better place with Grandma Gladys and Grandpa Fred. LOVE YOU MOM!!!
Carolyn Tainter
November 15, 2007
Dear Betty and Family
I am so sorry for your loss, GOD bless you all at this time
Sincerely Yours
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