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James Lockett Obituary
Jun 24, 1956-Jan 30, 2013
Resident of Gilroy
James William Lockett III, 56, passed away Wednesday, January 30, 2013, in Mountain View. Born in Savannah, Georgia, J.W. was residing in Gilroy with his wife, Vicki, while working as an electrician for the city of San Jose. James was a beloved "dogfather" to his four dogs: Mac, Bogey, Fiona and Sophie; a cherished step-father to Erin Files (NM), Adam S. Campbell (S.F.) and Emily Campbell (Gilroy); and a highly regarded father-in-law to Richard Files (NM) and Sarah Campbell (S.F.). His favorite role, however, was that of "Grandpa" to Reilly and Reagan Files (NM) and Ivy Kathleen Campbell (Gilroy).
J.W. is also survived by his sisters, Lynn Pierce and Patricia Woods of Georgia and Anne Malone of Ohio; as well as countless friends and family members whose lives were enriched simply by knowing him.
Jimmy will always be remembered for his humor, generosity, fantastic barbecuing skills, and love of animals.
Memorial Services will be held at St. Stephens Episcopal Church in Gilroy, on Wednesday, February 6, 2013 at 2:00pm. A reception will follow at 3:30pm, at Eagle Ridge Clubhouse, Gilroy.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Lockett
Martha Anne Malone
January 30, 2021
Buba James you are missed more than you know. And by the way I have been diagnosed with the same diagnosis as you passed from. you always made me laugh and I really miss that.
Jonathan Stoops
January 30, 2020
Still think about you all the time. Lots of great memories and stories I share with my boys. Wish they would have gotten the chance to meet you.
Michelle Winters
July 12, 2013
You're kindness and sense of humor will be missed. I'll remember you as an incredible cook who made me the best fried chicken I've ever had. May you rest in peace....
James Stoops
February 9, 2013
You will be deeply missed
Jonathan, Jessica, Sidney, Liam, & Nikolas Stoops
February 6, 2013
We will miss you terribly, but have nothing but good memories to remember you by.
February 6, 2013
Still remember with great fondness the time Tammy and I visited him in California. He certainly knew how to "show you around town". And what a chef! He will be missed. He's probably cracking jokes to Saint James and John in heaven as we speak...
Mike & Tammy
Steve & Anne Malone
February 6, 2013
Dear Fuzz
I will miss hearing you call me "Cotton Top" . It was good having you as a friend. You will be missed by many.
Athena & Troy Trede
February 6, 2013
We will surely miss J.W. and his humor. He was the kindest and most endearing person that always had time for a joke. J.W. was a great colleague to work with, the City of San José has lost a great man.
February 5, 2013
With deepest sympathy in the loss of our Brother and Friend.
IBEW Local Union 508
Officers, Members and Staff
Savannah, Georgia
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