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Vernard LOCKWOOD Obituary
The Michigan native and longtime resident of Fox Hill leaves behind a son, Vernard (Vern) Everett Lockwood II; a daughter-in-law, Antoinette (Toni) Lockwood; three granddaughters and sons-in-law, Carla Lockwood Liversedge and Joseph Liversedge, of Blacksburg, Va., Autumn Lockwood Payton, of Florence, Italy, and Eric Payton of Bochum, Germany, Elizabeth Lockwood Higginbotham and Brett Higginbotham of Yorktown; a great-grandson, Micah Everett Higginbotham, "Little Man", and many friends and family members.
He joins his beloved wife Diana; brother, Ellis; and sister, Evelyn who preceded him in death.
A graduate of Wayne State University, Vernard worked for 33 years as a research scientist with NASA at Langley Research Center. An avid hunter, sportsman and golfer, he maintained an active and independent lifestyle into his later years and took great joy in the time spent with his family and friends, who were a great comfort to him.
The family will receive visitors on Monday evening from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home in Hampton. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 16, in the funeral home chapel. Interment will follow at Parklawn Memorial Park in Hampton.
To commemorate Vernard's life, the family invites you to join them in a "Celebration of Life" memorial service to be held at 7 p.m. on Nov. 24, at Northampton Presbyterian Church, 1217 Todd's Lane, Hampton VA 23666. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Nancy Lee
November 18, 2010
Dear Vern, Toni and family,
I was so sorry to hear of your father's passing. I met him several times when we worked together. He was quite a gentleman. I know you will miss him but be comforted by his memories. My best to you all, and I will say a prayer for you all.
David Phillips
November 16, 2010
Vern,Toni,&Family, You all are in our thoughts and prayers. I have some awesome memories of the times we went hunting in Hawks Nest and ate afterwards at Sammy & Nick’s. He was a great guy! I know dad and Uncle Odel are excited to see him as well as Mr. Lockwood's wife and siblings. It is comforting to know there are good people waiting for us and that we get to see them again. Sorry for your loss. Gary and I are hoping we can make the memorial.
Sandra (Bentley) St. Laurent
November 16, 2010
Vern & family,
I am so sorry to read of your dad's death. He lived a long time so you have lots of memories - he will always live in your heart.
November 15, 2010
Vern, so sorry to hear of the death of your Dad. He was a wonderful person. I really enjoyed working at NASA with him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ann Bell, Wilson, N. C.
Gary Phillips
November 15, 2010
Vern and Family, we are very sorry to hear of Mr. Lockwood’s passing. He was a wonderful man and a great friend to Dad (Pel) as well as the rest of us Phillips’. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Jim Haynie
November 15, 2010
Vern and family,please accept my deepest condolences during these difficult times.Your Dad was such a true gentleman. I will miss seeing him out at the golf course. You were blessed to have been raised by such a special person
Sincerely
Jim Haynie
November 15, 2010
You and your family are in our prayers. Praise God for the wonderful life he shared with you all. Such great memories! MaryAnn and Steve Cass, Blacksburg, VA.
November 15, 2010
I met Mr. Lockwood on several occasions at the hunt camp. He will be missed. Vern, as Charlie has already told you, be thankful for all the years you were able to enjoy him. He was a strong man. I have never met anyone with his age do as much hunting as he did.
Barry Betts
Bill and Beth Diehl
November 15, 2010
Vern, Toni and family, You have our sincere condolences for your loss. We know how much he meant to you. May you cherish the memories.
George & Sandy Anderson
November 15, 2010
Vern was always a wonderful friend to our family, and a wonderful neighbor as well. He had the sweetest smile, and caring and encouraging words for all of us. We will miss him deeply.
Leroy Spearman
November 15, 2010
Just saw the news in the paper. Your dad was a wonderful friend for me and my family. I met him at my first work place at NACA and he was great at helping me learn the job. My son, Mike, also remembers you from childhood days.
Leroy Spearman, Lilibel and Mike.
November 15, 2010
Vern;
So sorry to learn of your father's passing. Our prayer is that he will receive peace in Heavan and that you and your family will receive comfort in this time of sorrow.
Have Grand Jury tomorrow and will not be able to celebrate his life with you
Paul Garman
Joycelyn Spight
November 15, 2010
Mr. Lockwood always brought laughter and happiness whenever he visited with us at the bank. We will miss him. My deepest condolences to Vern, Toni and their family.
David & Janice Topping
November 15, 2010
Vern,Toni,&Family, You are all in our thoughts and prayers today. May Gods Grace be with each of you during this time.
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