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George Lock Obituary

George A. Lock, age 67, George A. Lock, age 67, of Brookhaven, PA, died surrounded by his family on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at Taylor Hospice House. George was a 1964 graduate of Nether Providence High School. George was a decorated U.S. Army Veteran who served in Vietnam. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal W/2 Bronze Service Stars, Purple Heart, Sharpshooter (Rifle) and Combat Infantryman Badge. George was employed with the US Postal Service for 29 years, where he started as a mail carrier and retiring as a maintenance worker in 2003. Previously, he worked with Westinghouse, as a store attendant for 9 years, until Westinghouse closed. George was a member of the Vilas, NJ VFW Post #543, the Wildwood NJ, American Legion Post #0184 and lifetime member of Disabled American Veterans Chapter #16. George loved his retirement at the seashore and times spent with his family. Son of the late David E., Sr. and Margaret Rhoads Lock, husband of the late Susan Stanton Lock, who died on October 1, 2011 and brother of the late David Lock. Survivors: Daughter: Jennifer (Matt) Donohue of Brookhaven, PA; 2 Sons: George W. (Tina) Lock of Springfield, PA, and David J. (Stacey) Lock of Aston, PA; 3 Brothers: John Sr., Warren (Bud) and William, Sr. Lock; Grandchildren: Georgie, Trey and Colin. Memorial Service: Monday, 1:30PM, at the Minshall Shropshire-Bleyler Funeral Home, Middletown (Rte#352) & Knowlton Roads, Middletown Twp., Media, PA 19063 Visitation: Monday after 12:30PM at the funeral home. Interment: Private. In Lieu of flowers: memorial donations may be made to Taylor Hospice, 300 Johnson Ave, P.O. Box 147, Ridley Park, PA 19078-2284 Condolences: www.msbfh.com

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Published by The Daily Times from Feb. 21 to Feb. 22, 2013.

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Robert Swavely

February 15, 2021

Had many good times with George and the Lock family!

Robert Swavely

February 23, 2013

George's death came as a shock to me. I hadn't seen him in over twenty years. I had been trying to get into contact with him to invite him to meet with some old Garden City guys. I have some great memories with the Locke family. My condolences to them.

Diane Powell

February 22, 2013

My deepest condolences at this time to all who knew George as I know their heart is heavy at this time; as is mine.

Mona Hamilton

February 22, 2013

George was the laughter of the campgrounds, always smiling! You will surely be missed! Prayers for your family durirng this most difficult time!

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