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JAMES CORWIN LOCKARD

1978 - 2013

BORN

1978

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Speaks Suburban Chapel

18020 E. 39th St. S

Independence, Missouri

JAMES LOCKARD Obituary

James Corwin Lockard, 34, of Independence, MO passed away November 17, 2013 in St. Joseph, MO. A Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 21st at Eastside Baptist Church, Independence, MO. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, November 22nd at the Community of Christ Auditorium, Independence, MO. James was born December 18, 1978 in Independence, MO to Robert James and Mary (Walbridge) Lockard as one of two children. He attended Lee's Summit North High School. James enlisted in the United States Air Force where he proudly served his country from June of 1998 to May of 2004. He worked as a Postman for the USPS for three years until he became an Officer for the Independence Police Department in 2008. James is loved and will be missed. He is survived by wife, Sarah (Myers) Lockard; son, Blaine Michael Lockard; stepson, Gavin Ira Williams; mother, Mary Walbridge, father, Robert James Lockard and wife Marsha Lee; sister, Erin Rae Lockard; half-sister, Lara Marie Hampton; stepbrother, Paul Norman Ladas; stepsister, Michelle Marie Ladas; and numerous friends and fellow officers who will miss him dearly. The family encourages contributions to the James Lockard Memorial c/o Code One Credit Union; PO Box 270020, Kansas City, MO 64127 in his memory. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel 816-373-3600) Speaks Suburban Funeral Home, 18020 E 39th St, Independence, MO 64051, 816-373-3600

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Published by Kansas City Star on Nov. 20, 2013.

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Patric

November 14, 2022

You were simply the best
Miss You

Patric Jackson

November 15, 2021

Miss you

November 22, 2013

Am deeply saddened by James' untimely death. My condolences to all family, friends and coworkers. Bob Hudson, IFD ret., Explorer Post 2081

November 21, 2013

To Sarah and family,
So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. I knew Officer Lockard from waiting on him and the other police officers at Chick-fil-a.

Cathy Davis

November 21, 2013

Mary and family,
We are so sorry for the tragic loss of Jimmy. We are praying for your family during this very difficult time. I will always remember "sweet little Jimmy" when he was 3. What a fine young man Jimmy was. He served his community and country with pride.
Love, Stan and Peggee Schwartz

Deana Ruddick

November 21, 2013

Sarah, you and your family are in my heart. Much love to all of you.

Jacquelyn Ellingberg

November 21, 2013

Mary and Family,

I know your heart is full of pain from losing Jimmy, but full of love for having him in your life.I hope you remember all the good and happy times you had with him! Remember he is with the one who loved him when he was a twinkle in your eye. All my love and prayers Jackie!

November 20, 2013

Sarah and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. You had a wonderful person there, sorry it was so short. Our hearts go out to you. Be strong, we are thinking about you
Love
The Rexford Family

Madonna Forthofer

November 20, 2013

I am sorry for your loss. My prayers are with this family!
I knew Officer Lockard through his work as a police officer. As a Children's Division Investigator, he often accompanied me on calls regarding the safety and well being of children. Whenever he arrived on scene, he came with a smile and a wonderful attitude which made the children respond openly to him. Officer Lockard talked about his sons at home and was very proud of them. He truly enjoyed being a father.
Officer Lockard was a good man and he will be missed!

Donna Preston

November 20, 2013

Sara and family , you are all dearly loved and The family of Shaun Warren are all praying for you.

Michelle O'Neill (Potts)

November 20, 2013

The O'Neill and the Potts family are sending huge hugs and lots of thoughts of prayers to the family and are so very sorry for your loss. Dr. Lockard is family and we too are experiencing the true sadness this brings. We are here when you need us.

Leslie

November 20, 2013

Praying for your family during this difficult time. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Leslie

Atalie Brown

November 20, 2013

I am truly sorry for your loss and grieve for you! I didn't know James personally, but I'm sure he's someone I would have thought highly of! I pray for peace to your souls during this time of grieving!
With regards,
Atalie Brown

Bob

November 20, 2013

I am grateful for the life of Mr. Lockard. Thanks to his service and to the service of others in our armed forces, my family and I have been able to lead our lives in freedom and peace.

Rick and Sandy Ellis

November 20, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to the family and friends.

Dan & Kristy Newbury

November 20, 2013

Sarah,
You and the boys are in our prayers.

Jeff & Kathy Cartwright

November 20, 2013

Mary & the entire family,
We are truly sorry to learn of your son James's tragic accident & passing. You and your family are in our prayers & thoughts at this difficult time.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Jeff & Kathy

November 20, 2013

Sarah and Family
We have you & the entire family in our prayers.
James will be missed indeed
Patric & Todd

Chrstina Hainley

November 20, 2013

Our Thoughts and Prayers go out to the Entire Family We Love you All and We are so very sorry for your loss! Jimmy was one of the most amazing Guys we have ever know! He would do anything for anyone at anytime that was him and his big heart! WE love you Jimmy you were not only our Dear Friend you were our Family and will be with us forever! We Miss you and We Love you!

Doug, Chrissy, Mallory and Adilyn

Kevin, Pam, & Family Gross

November 20, 2013

Lockard family - No words can express how sorry we are for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers and know that God is with you.

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Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Eastside Baptist Church

Independence, MO 64055

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22

Memorial service

3:00 p.m.

Community of Christ Auditorium

Independence, MO 64055

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