Photo courtesy of Floyd Funeral Services, Inc. - Fairmont
Jul 31, 1943 - Aug 8, 2025
God bless you Mrs. Flora , I’m sending all my love and prayers to you as you begin your journey you will always have your guardian angel (Mr. Curlie) by your side
Jo Ann Hunt
August 12, 2025 | Fairmont, NC | Acquaintance
My heartfelt condolences are extended to the family & friends of Mr. Curlie Locklear during this most difficult time. I pray that Gods caring and comforting presence will be bestowed upon you and help ease the pain of your loss.
Sheriff Burnis Wilkins
August 11, 2025 | Lumberton, NC
My deepest condolences to Brother Curlie's family. Praying for God's great comfort and peace to sooth the hurt in your hearts. Another child of God, gone home.
Geraldyne Lewis
August 10, 2025 | Lumberton, NC | Acquaintance
My Heart has been heavy with the death of my friend. But I know he has fought the fight and has won the race.May the Holy spirit comfort my Locklear family. We Love you all Sue and Michael Sanderson.
Michael Sanderson
August 10, 2025 | Fairmont, NC | Friend
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Sending my heartfelt condolences in your time of loss.
Mechelle Chavis-Frizzell
August 10, 2025 | St. Pauls, NC | Family
Had the pleasure of meeting him while photographing his son Jamie’s wedding. Such a sweet man.
Jeannie Freeman
August 09, 2025 | Maxton, NC | Friend
I’m going to miss MR. Curlie he was a great person a wonderful Sunday school teacher he knew that bible I will miss him walking into the classroom every Sunday Rest Easy My Friend
Meris Locklear
August 09, 2025 | Lumberton, NC | Teacher
Mr. Curlie was one of a kind. He loved Jesus & his family. So thankful for the time I got to share with your family. Sending my thoughts & Prayers to the Locklear Family
Lynn Previtte
August 09, 2025 | Lumberton, NC
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Beverly Suggs
August 09, 2025 | Lumberton, NC
Mr. Curlie Locklear, age 82, of Lumberton passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025 at UNC Health Southeastern in Lumberton.
He was born July 31, 1943 in Sampson County to the late Wilbert Locklear and the late Maddie Locklear.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Lloyd Locklear and Vander Locklear; three sisters, Wilma Murray, Alice Locklear and Christa Bell Locklear.
He leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Flora Chavis Locklear of the home; four sons, Kip C. Locklear (Sandra) and Kenny Locklear (Christy) both of Lumberton, Mark Locklear of the home, and Jamie Locklear (Towonaka) of Rowland; one brother, Wilford Locklear (Melissa) of Laurinburg; five sisters, Ann Jones (Martin), Ethel Locklear, Sheila Lowery (David), Carol Chavis (David) all of Lumberton and Lora Oxendine of Maxton; 11 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren and 1 great great-grandchild, and a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.
A time of visitation will be held Monday, August 11, 2025 from 2:00-3:00PM at Reedy Branch Baptist Church, 3047 East McDonald Road, Fairmont. Funeral services will immediately follow at 3;00PM. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
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