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George Lockwood Obituary
81, a longtime winter visitor to Phoenix from St. Joseph, MO, died Thursday, January 31, 2013, at a local hospital, a victim of ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease). He was a newspaperman and Pulitzer Prize winner, retiring in 1986 from The Milwaukee, WI, Journal as managing editor-features. He later became executive editor of the St. Joseph, MO, News-Press, retiring in 1995. He was also a distinguished professor at Marshall University in Huntington, WV, and later at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge. He was a leader in several press organizations, serving as president of the Inland Press Association in 1985-86. He was born in 1931 to James D. and Evelyn Weinstein Lockwood in Albany, NY, and grew up on a farm in nearby Westerlo. After graduating from Syracuse University and serving in the U.S. Navy, he married fellow SU graduate Eileen Chamberlain of Schenectady, NY, received a master's degree from the University of Minnesota and began his professional career in Milwaukee. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Sandra Lockwood Campbell. George is survived by his wife, Eileen; four children, daughter Audrey (Kittredge Cherry) of Los Angeles, CA, and sons Cary (Carole) of Apache Junction, Noah (Kristin) of Chandler, and Jason (Steven Bloom) of Sydney, Australia, and three grandchildren, Zoe, Paige and Zachary Lockwood, all of Chandler. Services will be held Wednesday, February 6, 2013, at 2 p.m., preceded by visitation from noon to 2 p.m. at Mountain View Funeral Home & Cemetery. Burial will be at Mountain View. Contributions in George's name may be made to the Three Harbors Council (formerly Milwaukee County Council), Boy Scouts of America. For address information, contact Ed Brandon, (414) 443-2875.
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Memories and Condolences
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Linda Landau (suaca Pres.)
February 12, 2013
Last year the Syracuse Alumni Club of Arizona had the great fortune of meeting George. He came to many of our basketball game watch events, and was one of our best fans. We enjoyed hearing about the beginnngs of his news career which began when he was the Editor of the Daily Orange student newspaper at Syracuse University and that Eileen was the Editor the next year. The stories were fascinating. George was a most distinguished alum. We know he will be cheering with us in spirit. Our condolences go to his entire family, and Eileen knows that she has "extended" family as a member of our alumni club.
Mary Myers
February 8, 2013
Eileen,
We were so sorry to learn of George's death. As you know, we give George all the credit for hiring us both at the St. Joseph News-Press 20 years ago and bringing us together. We have three kids, a mortgage, car payments -- all thanks to George's wisdom and foresight.
We were so happy to learn that his book will be coming out this spring. We look forward to reading it and hope to connect with you on our trip to Missouri this summer.
Again, our deepest sympathy.
Best,
Greg and Mary Divine Myers
St. Paul, MN
Scott Charton
February 5, 2013
Many journalists would have been content to rest on their considerable laurels after a distinguished, much-honored career like George's in Milwaukee. But George took his considerable gifts into academia, and later to Missouri, were we first met. The lasting impression of George was his essential decency and his commitment to the highest quality journalism, without fear of favor, always on the side of the public's right to know. God bless you, George, and may Eileen and the family be comforted in the fact that George made a difference. The readers he so faithfully served are richer for his life and many contributions.
Denis Kitchen
February 5, 2013
George was a professor of mine at UWM in the '60s. His passion for comics created a strong bond between us, and after graduation he gave me some of my earliest cartooning gigs at the Milwaukee Journal/Insight I will always be grateful for his encouragement and inspiration. George was a wonderful guy on so many levels.
John Killian
February 5, 2013
To the Lockwood Family,
I was very sad to learn that George passed away. Indeed he was a comics fan and I always looked forward to my meetings over the years with George. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Gregg klees
February 5, 2013
Eileen and family, I have the best of memories of George as friend and colleague.I share your loss.
Mike Moore
February 5, 2013
Eileen -- So many thoughts and memories. Chiefly they revolve around his great enthusiasm for his family, his work, his city, his state, his country. And, of course, for the Boy Scouts of America. It was an enthusiasm I have never seen fully matched by anyone I've known. That enthusiasm and joy was a gift to everyone who knew him. Much love from both of us. -- Mike and Sandy
Teddy & Norb
February 5, 2013
Eileen - Just read of your heart-breaking loss. We did miss your usual Christmas card but assume you were either traveling or enroute to Arizona.
Our hearts and prayers are with you and we will try to reach you soon.
steve & mardi smirl
February 5, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers. What a great man.
Janet & Al Spencer
February 4, 2013
We send our deepest sympathy to Eileen and all the Lockwood family. George was one of the most interesting and interested people we have known. We feel fortunate to have reconnected with Janet's cousin and her fun loving husband twice in the last few years. We are saddened to learn of George's death and send our love to all of you. Janet and Al Spencer
February 4, 2013
Eileen and family,
Shocked and saddened to hear about George this morning. Didn't know of his condition. He was a great man. Sending love and prayers your way.
Linda Rewerts, LSU Manship School
February 4, 2013
George was a journalist in the best sense and I know inspired many he mentored. I loved talking with him about his knowledge of comics. Good thoughts and lots of hugs for you. Maryjo
Dan & Mary Ellen Chabot
February 4, 2013
Eileen and family: You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. George was one of the giants of The Journal, a true friend and mentor. All of us who worked in his shadow basked in his genius for innovation and creativity. He was second to none in his love and appreciation for the Green Sheet, and it bore his stamp of mischief, whimsy and good humor. He will live forever in our hearts.
February 4, 2013
The Baldus Family of Prospect Avenue mourns the loss of George Lockwood, a great friend and neighbor. We have so many fond memories of all the Lockwoods and we send our love to you.
Barbara Dembski
February 4, 2013
Eileen: I was truly saddened to learn of George's death this morning. He was fantastic mentor to me and many others as we made our way in The Milwaukee Journal newsroom. His contributions to the newspaper helped make it a publication loved by its readers. Carl joins me in expressing our sympathies, and we will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
February 3, 2013
Eileen: The SJNP just called with the very sad news. I can't believe we have lost George. He was such a vibrant, fascinating man with projects in the hopper to last a lifetime. We will miss having dinner with him, but we still have YOU. Jim and I join the thousands who are mourning this terrible loss. Goodbye George and God speed.
Jim and Karen Graves, St. Joseph, Missouri
Kris Lockwood
February 3, 2013
The loss we feel can not be put in words. You were the best father-in-law, & grandfather a woman could ever ask for. You will be in my heart forever. Love you!
The George I will always remember :-) You were the best father in law & grandfather a woman could every ask for. Love you!
Kris Lockwood
February 3, 2013
Kris Lockwood
February 3, 2013
3 Generations: Son Noah & grandson Zach
Kris Lockwood
February 3, 2013
George & Eileen with sons at their 50th Anniversary Celebration
Kris Lockwood
February 3, 2013
George & grandkids go to KC Royals Game '05
Kris Lockwood
February 3, 2013
Kris Lockwood
February 3, 2013
George & granddaughter Paige 2005
Kris Lockwood
February 3, 2013
George & grandson Zachary Allen George Lockwood 2005
Kris Lockwood
February 3, 2013
George & his grandchildren 2005
Kris Lockwood
February 3, 2013
Audrey, Eileen & George Lockwood and Kitt Cherry on a happy day in 2009
Kittredge Cherry
February 3, 2013
George helped Audrey blow out candles on her 2nd birthday cake in 1959
Kittredge Cherry
February 3, 2013
Trudie Barreras
February 3, 2013
Though I never met you, and indeed know Audrey only via correspondence, my heartfelt wish is that the blessing of your life will continue as you are remembered by your loved ones.
Kitt Cherry
February 3, 2013
George, you will always live in my memory. Thank you for all the support and good times together. You made the world a better place. I wish I could be there in person to give a hug to everyone in the family at this time of loss. I celebrate George's life and send my sympathy to the whole Lockwood family.
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