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1927
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2013
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Ruth Locklear Obituary
Ruth is survived by her three children, Carl Locklear, Homosassa, Gary Locklear (wife Paula), Crystal River, Martha Morgan (husband William), Ocala; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren as well as many other family members and friends. Mrs. Locklear was preceded in death by her husband of 32 years, Ray Davis Locklear in 1977; a son, Ray M. "Mitchell" Locklear; and her five siblings, Edith, Jeanette, Louise, Charles and Jesse.
A graveside service of remembrance will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 14, 2013, at Stage Stand Cemetery, Homosassa Springs, with Tommy Morgan officiating. Wilder Funeral Home, Homosassa, www.wilderfuneral.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ruth Locklear
Sheena Havens Price
March 14, 2013
So very saddened by this news. She was a woman well remembered by me in my childhood, growing up in Homosassa. There are very few of this age group for us to remember. My thoughts are with you all.
Melody Hinson
March 14, 2013
Paula, I am so sorry for your family's loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Valorie Lyles
March 14, 2013
So sorry for your loss
Janice Tibbetts
March 13, 2013
Martha,Carl & Gary w/family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. She is in a much better place than us. Much love and blessing to you all.
Janice,Duane and Family
March 13, 2013
Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Debbie (Locklear) Austin
Homosassa, Fl
Donna Lloyd
March 13, 2013
Martha
So sorry for your loss but you know she in a better place just hold on to that.
love
Donna and Daniel
Daniel (Grandson) Morgan
March 13, 2013
Will always be remembered and missed. Much love.
crystal riggs
March 13, 2013
aunt ruth u will be miss and in my heart forever
Martha Thompson Stanley
March 13, 2013
My prayers are with you all during this time. GOD bless you all.
Luther & Kathy Willis
March 13, 2013
Gary and Paula, and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Know that the Lord is always here to comfort you. Cherish the memories that you have until we all meet again in the wonderful place that the Lord has prepared for all of us at the end of our journey, here. God bless you.
Rodney & Sharon Levins
March 13, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Staff of Wilder Funeral Home
March 11, 2013
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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