Elaine Lockhart Obituary

Elaine (Ingram) Hollis Lockhart
Funeral services for Elaine (Ingram) Hollis Lockhart, 92, of Apple Springs, will be held Tuesday, February 12, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. in the Carroway Funeral Home Chapel in Lufkin with Pastors Robert Lankford, Lindsey Nimmons, and Tammy Mark-Brown officiating. Interment will follow in the Bennett Cemetery in Apple Springs.
Mrs. Lockhart, a fifth generation resident of Trinity County, was born August 1, 1920 in Apple Springs, Texas to Lillie (Roach) and John Edgar "JE" Ingram. She died Saturday, February 9, 2013 in a Lufkin hospice facility.
Mrs. Lockhart was the retired County Clerk for Trinity County, a position she loved and held for more than 20 years. She graduated from Groveton High School in 1938 and moved to Houston, where she attended college and worked until she returned in 1963 to Apple Springs to care for her parents. Mrs. Lockhart was a people person, involved in many community activities. She loved horses and cattle. As a member of the Trinity Historical Commission, she was very involved in preserving East Texas history, as well as family genealogy. She was a Trinity County Gold Star Mother with the VFW Auxiliary, a member of the Angelina County Genealogical Society, a member of the Joseph Nelson Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, and a life member of the Groveton Ex-Students Association. She had served on many boards and advisory committees for the betterment of the East Texas Area. Mrs. Lockhart was a member of the Church of Christ.
She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Wayne Hollis, Jr. and Peggy Hollis of Houston; daughter, Michelle Lockhart of Apple Springs; grandson, John E. Hollis of Houston; granddaughter and husband, Mary Brooke and Blake Hortenstine of Dallas; great-grandchildren, Katherine Jane "Katie" Hollis of Houston, Rollins Blake Hortenstine and Hayes Hollis Hortenstine, both of Dallas; niece, like a daughter, Deborah Kay Brooks and husband Jimmy of Lufkin; numerous other nieces and nephews, to include Anne Arnold Banks, Connie Arnold Middleton, Kathy Ingram Hellums, Kay Foster Baugh, Richard E. Bennett, and Binky Foster; sister-in-law, Edna Lockhart Stanley of Houston; brother-in-law, Lloyd Earl Lockhart of Splendora; and a wealth of friends.
Mrs. Lockhart was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert R. "Bob" Lockhart; son, John Edward "Johnny" Hollis (US Navy, Vietnam, 1970); sister, Virginia Ingram Arnold; brother, James R. "Sonny" Ingram; and special sisterly cousin, Easel Womack Walls.
The family extends their heartfelt thanks to her caregivers, Willie Mae Punch, Vernell Spencer, Karen Mark, Timothy Davis, Bobby G. Davis and Lee M. Hicks, in addition to MHSET, Dr. Morris Mickelson, Wright Choice Home Health, and Hospice in the Pines.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Groveton Ex-Students Association's Scholarship Fund in Elaine Lockhart's name at P.O. Box 70, Groveton, Texas 75845.
The family will welcome friends and loved ones from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday evening at the funeral home in Lufkin.
Memories and condolences may be added at www.carrowayfuneralhome.com.
Carroway Funeral Home, Lufkin, directors.

Published by Houston Chronicle on Feb. 11, 2013.
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Michelle,
She will be greatly missed. She was such a special friend to Mamaw & I know they are finally together & having many great laughs. Sorry we missed funeral. We were out of the country. Praying for your family

Gina Kasprzak

February 15, 2013

Elaine will be missed, she was a very special lady. You are in our prayers Meshell.
Lindel and Pamela Dial

February 15, 2013

So sorry for your loss.
Paula, Memorial Specialty Hospital

Paula Hughes, CRT

February 13, 2013

Michelle

So sorry to hear about Miz Elaine. She was always a joy to talk to. I know that you are going to miss her very much. Will remember you in my prayers.

Cindy Morris

February 12, 2013

Miss Elaine was a dear lady. She will be greatly missed by me. She was always glad to see me when we would bump into each other and of course we could talk for hours. She would always tell me stories of my grandfather and my father when he was young. Words are inadequate to express the loss I feel for her homegoing. My condolences to Wayne and Michelle, your mom was one great lady!

Jean Tiner Johnson

February 12, 2013

She was a great lady and a great friend to me. Her family was so important to her. Started every day talking about that Michele girl! Thinking of you and wishing you peace.

Dena DeBreaux

February 12, 2013

Ms. Elaine was a very special lady. I was so honored to have known her, she was truly a treasure. Michele, you are as beautiful inside and out as your mother was. You are in my prayers, love you.

Jo Ann Chastain

February 12, 2013

Mrs.Elaine was such an amazing lady I feel blessed to have known her! Love and prayers to Michelle and family! We send all our love from Florida

Amy, Wade, Tessa Jocelyn Devine

February 12, 2013

Shell I am so sorry for your loss but to know Ms Elaine is walking those streets of gold makes us shout hallelujah

Pamela Lowery

February 12, 2013

I have known Ms. Lockhart since 1964 and she will be missed dearly. I will keep her family close in my prayers.

Helen Headrick (Mericle)

February 12, 2013

I will always remember Ms. Elaine. She was a good friend to my grandmother Bessie. A strong matriarch and she will be missed very much. I will keep the family close in my prayers!

Kevan Mericle

February 12, 2013

You have lost a very treasured member of your family. She will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with your family.

Angela Lockwood

February 12, 2013

I am so sorry for you lost. she will be missed very much. we miss and loved her very much

debbie olsovsky-martin

February 12, 2013

Michelle, Wayne and Family--
We have truly lost a "one of a kind" special person. I will never forget my 2nd cousins great stories and will miss calling her for answers concerning our ancestors. My thoughts and prayers are with all you. With Love,

Caroline Ingram Fine

February 12, 2013

So sorry to hear about your mother. She was a special lady. I am here if you need to talk Im still not over the loss of my morher. Mother daughter relationships are like non other.

Margie Pate

February 12, 2013

Michele I am sorry to hear of your mothers passing. The Lord needed another angel to help him in heaven. You and family are in my prayers.

Frances Gillham

February 12, 2013

Shell, so sorry for your loss praying for your peace and comfort during this time, we love you and i'm sorry i can't attend the funeral, but we are here if you need us, Belinda and Bill Conner

February 12, 2013

Michelle, I am saddened to hear about your mother. What an incredibly special person she was to everyone who knew her. You are in our thoughts and prayers sweet friend!!

Toni Kelley-Wright

February 12, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss Michelle, you know your MOM was a very special Person in our lives, love an gonna miss her!

Janice Mark

February 12, 2013

Michelle, my thoughts and prayers are with you. May God give you peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Jeri Cates Redd

February 12, 2013

Hi Cuz Shell,you know how we loved Elaine and we will miss her terribly. She was the last of her generation and a historical storehouse.

Joe Seward

February 12, 2013

So sorry for your loss. She was a very special lady! May God be ever so near!

Dianne Roberts

February 12, 2013

Michelle. I am so sorry for your loss. Know that you are in our thoughts & prayers!
Pam (Hale) Toney

Pam Toney

February 12, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss.

Deborah Winston

February 12, 2013

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Carla Caswell

February 12, 2013

Michelle, I am so very sorry for your loss.. My heart is heavy for you. I have so many found memories of summer visits with your family. God Bless this family in there time of sorrow.

Gail Lankford-Masters

February 12, 2013

Wayne & Michele. So,sorry to hear about mom. Linda & I have lost a dear friend.Makes me think about all the eletions me and her have been involved with. She has left two good kids, who have been good friends. Will miss Ms.Elaine. Benny & Linda Mcclain & family.

February 12, 2013

My mother and Elaine were first cousins but she was always like a cousin to me and helped me so much in my research for the family tree and in joining the Historical groups . She was a great lady and will be missed Our thoughts and prayers go to the family .

Lanelle Killebrew

February 11, 2013

Michelle. My thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss.

Patty Ann Davis Berry

February 11, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Katrina Kelley Fullers Buffet

February 11, 2013

Michele, My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family in your time of loss. Elaine was a great, classy lady that I loved dearly. I will miss her as much as I've missed Johnny over the years. She will be sorely missed. God Bless. Yours, Barbara (Bobbie)Pyle Holloway

Barbara Holloway

February 11, 2013

A great Lady has gone for her reward she will be greatly missed.May God give you'll comfort in this time.She will live on in our hearts

The Yarbrough Family Yarbrough's

February 11, 2013

To Wayne & family, your mom lived a very full and productive life. She was a blessing to be around and will be missed greatly. My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family.

Lou Ann Box-McClendon

February 11, 2013

My condolences to your family during this time of grief.

February 11, 2013

Wayne , Peggy and Family: Very sorry to hear of Mrs.Lockhart's passing. Hopefully there is comfort in recognizing her long life along with many fond memories spent in her presnce . May she rest in peace.

Tom and Pat Langley

February 11, 2013

Chell,you are in my prayers at this time of sorrow.

Christie Michelle Lee Morris

February 11, 2013

Heaven has received a very prestigious lady. She touched many lives and will forever be remembered as someone very special. Our thoughts & prayers are with the family.

Grover & Sue Hollis

February 11, 2013

My Sweet Shell,
So Sorry to hear that Mama Elaine has gotten her reward. You see, I know she and Mama Ruth are having a big time up there, and don't forget Rodney. They are all happy, and discussing the good ole days in Apple Town. I Love You and am always here for you. Please call if you want or need anything, even just to talk.

Rose Hicks Lamb

February 11, 2013

Your in my thoughts and prayers,God will give you comfort in the days ahead.
Deepest Sympathy

Beverly Malcom

February 11, 2013

What a wonderful Lady to have known...Someone I soon will not forget...Someone I will truly miss...My thoughts and prayers for all the family and friends...Sending love and peace...

Peggy Bynum

February 11, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Your mother was a wonderful lady and will be greatly missed.

Judy Casper-Haggerton

February 11, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Patricia Huntress

February 11, 2013

My dear Shell, "precious memories" comes to my mind as I remember your Mom Elaine. You and she were really a pair of my great friends. And, I am so lucky to have been a part of her life. It would take a book to define your Mother and her life. What an asset she was to Apple Springs, Groveton, Lufkin and other communities. We all loved her. May God be with you, your brother Wayne, and all the family during this time of grief for your precious Mom. My love and prayers go forth to all of you. Anzo (Ann) Pyle English Richardson

Anzo (Ann) Richardson

February 11, 2013

Your mother was a wonderful little lady, whom I loved and respected very much. My prayers for your family. Amanda and James Doyle

Amanda Doyle

February 11, 2013

Michelle, I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother was indeed a special lady who always had a smile. May you find comfort in God's grace during you time of sorrow.

Manuela (Chessher) Perez

February 11, 2013

Our prayers are with you and your family Shell.

Rita Redd

February 11, 2013

Michelle, Wayne and Family, our sincere sympathy in your loss of this unique and wonderful lady. We will greatly miss getting to share in her immense knowledge of Trinity County and surrounds. Her friendliness and willingness to help all in need are legendary and will be greatly missed by us all!

Ben and Ellen Pyle

February 11, 2013

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