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Bertha Locklear Obituary
Bertha "Billie" Carter Locklear, 77, died on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2015 at the home of her daughter.
She was born on Jan. 5, 1938 in Wilmington, to the late Howard "Hap" and Ruth Cooper Carter. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Marvin P. Locklear.
Billie is survived by her daughters, Marvene "Mo" (Vince) Orsatti and Laurie Moore; siblings, Patricia Jackson and Clayton Carter; granddogs, Malcolm, Max and Nacho; and grandcat, Ziggy.
Billie was employed by the Sabina Elementary School for 33 years where she worked as a teacher's aide, reading tutor and cook. She retired there as head cook. Billie was also a 4-H advisor for many years and in charge of the Clinton County Fair 4-H Food Tent.
She loved reading, gardening and sharing her flowers and books with friends.
A private family graveside service at the Sabina Cemetery will be held at a later date. A celebration of life memorial event is being planned for the warmer months in Clinton County, location to be determined.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Billie's memory may be made online at www.supportohiostate.org/goto/BillieLocklear or by mail c/o Sherri Wilmoth, The James Development Office, 660 Ackerman Road, P.O. Box 183112, Columbus, OH 43218-3112.
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Memories and Condolences
for Bertha Locklear
Shirley Mitchell
January 8, 2024
A Beautiful Lady
Shirley Mitchell
January 8, 2021
Berths was the sweetest lady, I met her through H&R BLOCK!!
Rick Fair
January 27, 2015
"Veni" (Mo?) and Laurie, so sorry to hear about your mother's passing. I always liked both her smile and straightforward way of dealing with situations. She will be missed. God bless you and your families.
January 20, 2015
I Love you Aunt Bill. Always had a good time at your house. Memories last forever. And to my cousins my prayers go out to you. Love you. Roma
Robert & June Jackson
January 20, 2015
You are missed and loved. May god bless your loved ones during these times.
Wayne Fisher
January 19, 2015
So sorry to hear of your loss. Both of your parents are so special.Thinking of all of you during this time.
January 19, 2015
I will miss you aunt Bill, i have so many great memories of when we were young, memories that i will never forget. Love you always, Rory and Machelle Jackson
Pat Jackson
January 18, 2015
I will miss you Bill. I remember our many phone calls when we would talk and talk, laugh and cry. I love you Sis, Pat Jackson
Dick Gieringer
January 17, 2015
I really appreciated all of the hard work and support Billie gave for the children at the Sabina building. She was and will always be a great lady in my books.
(Della) Arlene (Arledge) Gregory
January 17, 2015
What a special gal! Fond memories of our Kingman High School Class of 1956 flood my thoughts... what a grand time we knew, especially with a quick-witted gal Bertha was. Her laughter rippled and brought sunshine to all of us.
Rest, now, Bertha. Your work is complete.
Maynard & Connie Harris
January 16, 2015
Maynard & I loved Billie. She was a special lady and neighbor. She raised a couple of awesome daughters, too! We will miss her a lot!
January 16, 2015
I can still remember coming to visit with mom when we were little, and that little dog of hers nipping at my ankles all the time. She was a great lady and a good friend to my mom, Donna Moorman, 2 great friends are back together again,may they enjoy eternity together peacefully. My thoughts are with you and your families
christina watters
January 16, 2015
She will be dearly missed..R.i.p
April Foster
January 15, 2015
Sorry to hear of this loss. Billie was always a good person she will be missed.April(Laufer) Foster
January 15, 2015
Your Mom was a special lady to the community of Sabina. She will be remembered for her love and dedication. Especially to all the kids that her life has touched. Please accept our condolences from our family to yours. She will always have a special place in our hearts and truly missed. Laurie Littleton
Rosemary Scheurer
January 15, 2015
I was saddened to hear of the loss of your mother Mo. Take comfort in knowing she will be with you forever in all that she taught you and all that you shared.
Rosemary Scheurer
Christina Hamilton
January 15, 2015
Billie was a huge part of my childhood. We were neighbors from the time I was two till I was eighteen. We use to love to watch her back her car into her garage at what appeared to be a high speed. She always had a kind word and a warm smile. My mom and her were very close. We will miss you Billie!
Love
Chrissy Green-Hamilton
Diane (Davis) Zwoll
January 15, 2015
I so loved your Momma. I was always happy to see her in town and catching up on you two. She was one special lady. I have special childhood memories with your folks back in the day. Sorry for your loss.
Leesa Tagg Cox
January 15, 2015
I loved Billie from school and the Library. R.I.P. She will be missed ?
January 15, 2015
Billie always had a smile to share. Our loss is heaven's gain RIP my friend. GG Walker
January 15, 2015
Billie always had a smile to share. The loss is heaven's gain. RIP my friend.
Pamela Earley
January 15, 2015
Oh I am so sorry girls to hear of your mom's passing. ??. I loved her so much. She was such an awesome lady. My thoughts and prayers go with you both. ??????
January 15, 2015
Sorry for your loss. I remember her and her family from Sabina. You are in my thoughts.
Michael Storer
Shirley Mitchell
January 15, 2015
So sad, Bertha was one Awesome lady, she will be missed. Prayers to the family!
Graham Dun
January 15, 2015
I couldn't have had a better neighbor to grow up with as a child. I enjoyed our visits over the years whenever I came back to Sabina. A very gracious lady indeed. She will be missed. Love ya Billie!
January 15, 2015
We are so very sorry to hear of Billie's passing. She was a good friend.
John & Sandy Woodmansee
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