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Barbara Locke Obituary
Age 70, of Odessa, NY, and presently of Seneca View Nursing Facility, passed away on Sunday, November 25, 2007. She was born on April 23, 1937 in Waverly, NY, the daughter of the late Frances Miller and Gordon McNeal. Barbara graduated from Waverly High School in 1956. She married her husband of 43 years, Duane on November 21, 1956. Barbara was a housewife and school monitor and retired from Odessa Montour Central School in 1998. Mrs. Locke is survived by her brothers, Lawrence of Waverly, NY, and William of Virginia Beach, VA; children, Deb Zimmer of Odessa, NY, Orland Locke of NC, Duane Locke of Elmira, NY, Chris and Alan Locke, both of Odessa, NY; grandchildren, Jeremiah Zimmer of Elmira, NY, Dustin Locke of NC, DJ and Christine Locke, both of Watkins Glen, NY. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Vedder and Scott Funeral Home, 534 Church St., Odessa, NY, on Tuesday, December 4, 2007, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A brief prayer service will be held at 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the American Diabetes Association, 6390 Fly Road, 2nd Floor, East Syracuse, NY 13057, or to the New York State Special Olympics.
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James Gay
December 10, 2007
Deb and family:
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss I have many fond momeries of Barb going back when I was a kid on the bus she was a monitor on to being a co worker of hers I have never seen Barb without a smile on her face she always spoke kind words to all then comes the christmas party's for the ARC of schuyler county she came every year and always greeted me with a smile and a hug.
Valerie Cannon
December 4, 2007
Deb, and family,
I was so sorry to here that your mom had passed. I instantly brought back memories of her working at OMCS, and they were very fond ones at that. My thoughts and prayers are with during your loss.
mike mallecoccio
December 4, 2007
i will always remember barb from going to odessa basketball games with her and duane. she really got involved and you certainly knew when she was there- it was always a fun time. she invited me and my wife into her home many times and was gracious and fun. i will miss her smile and laugh.
Nora Barnes
December 3, 2007
To Barb's family, I'm deeply sorry for your loss. I've worked with her for over a year now in the activity department at Seneca View, and she loved her "Bingo" and "Word Games". She was always willing to lend a hand to help aids and other staff do their jobs.
May you all find comfort in knowing that Barb is closer than you think, she's just a thought away.
Beverly Martin
December 2, 2007
To Barb's Family~
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Barb was a hard worker at school and did a great job with her special kids on the bus. She always had a good word and a smile for everyone. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Bev (Peters) Martin
Ray Locke
December 2, 2007
To all of you....I know how hard it is just loosing a loved one,...My thoughts and Prayers are with you all at this time.
Betty Baldock (Locke)
December 2, 2007
Duane and Family, My prayers are with you and the family in this time of sorrow. Just as I have told everyone about my mom's passing(Nov. 11, 2007 - Hilda Locke), they are in a better place and no longer in pain. Take comfort in knowing the family is here for you..
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