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for G. Locke
September 15, 2009
Dear Locke Family,
Sixteen years ago this month, I began my career as a speech pathologist at DMH. I was quite nervous as I began my career performing my first videoswallow studies with Dr. G. R. Locke. I soon discovered that he was one of the most considerate and compassionate physicians I would ever have the opportunity to work with. He not only put his patients at ease, he put me at ease as well. His hearty laugh diffused anxiety on multiple occasions for the patient and for me; he made drinking barium fun! (Ok, maybe that was a stretch!) What an honor and privilege to have crossed his professional path. My sincere sympathy to your family.
Blessings,
Vicki Burke, Speech Pathologist, DMH
Carol Smith Witherell
September 15, 2009
Dear Judy and all of the Lockes,
Our hearts go out to you and your family during this time of loss. While I am still at our summer home on Lake George, I just learned from Mom this morning about Dick's death, as she is in Boca Grande for a few days before going up to the Glenridge. I will always remember Dick's great smile and laugh, seeing you two walking so happily on the beach, and looking out on the beach from our lanai and seeing all the Lockes seated together under the umbrellas and enjoying each other greatly. He led an extraordinary life, and his impact in the medical world as well as on DePauw University will be a huge legacy for many years ahead. We will surely miss him, as will so many, and we send our love and sympathy your way. We hope to see you this winter or spring in Boca Grande.
Carol Smith Witherell and Elaine Smith
Curt Hass
September 14, 2009
Judy and the boys, Like everyone else I was shocked to receive the notification of Dick's death. I spent the summer in Colorado and New Mexico and just got the news a few days ago. As we go through life we seem to occasionally have fleeting memories of times past. I had frequent memories of all of you and even often had dreams of being with Dick at meetings and elsewhere. In fact I had one just recently that he and I were together at one of the hospitals in Cedar Rapids. Sometimes you and the boys were in the dreams also. I have so many fond memories of the times we were together in Iowa City back in the early 60s. Dick and I had a lot of fun in those days. It's too bad that the paths we take often separate us from one another but it is fortunate that the good memories continue to hold us together forever.
I will continue to think of you often. Give my best to the boys.
Dr. Curt Hass
Marv & Claudia Miller
September 10, 2009
To the Locke Family: I just tonight got into my face book, and saw all the notes. I have been sharing facebook with Mike and was so delighted that we connected. I was so stunned to hear the news of Dick. Mike was just telling me, not long ago, that he had spent the weekend with you at your summer home. We, the Miller Family, extend our deepest symphathy to each and everyone of you. My, where does the time go, we have been gone from Decatur since 1981
and we still remember all the fun times we had with you guys and the boys. Dinners, taking turns watching the kids, especially Mike and Brent. The great times during the winter on the lake skating....then hot chocolate at your house......you guys always had your home open to all of us. What fun we had. I remembered Dick always agreed to whatever you wanted to do.......a great guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Marvin and Claudia Miller, Brent and family , Chad and family.
John Donaldson
September 8, 2009
Judy and Clan:
Just found out tonight from Mike and extend my sympathy to the whole gang. Dick lives on as the role model for the boys and now grandchildren. He represents all of the good parts of medicine, quality, compassion and gentle leadership, even to errant surgeons such as myself. None of us escaped his most positive influence.
Please be well.
September 7, 2009
Dear Judy & family
You do not know me by name. I am a nurse, grad from DMH in 1959(still working part time!) & remember when you, Dr & family arrived in Decatur. I attended lectures Dr gave & he had us all so excited with what he was bringing to us in Decatur,Il!! With his presentations, he made us excited & believe too. Our & surrounding communities will always be thankful that Decatur was the choice of his practice & yes, Dr Jon's now too!
Whatever has been written about them, you & all your activities too, I have kept up with. You are all admirable people, doing good things.
I too, am shocked & saddened by this great loss of your's & many.
Our Prayers for God's Blessings of care to each of you as you go through these difficult upcoming months.
Sincerely, Sandy & Jerry Friesner
FLORENCE ALEXANDER
September 7, 2009
Dear Judy,
Heard the sad news of Dick's passing from Carolyn and want you to know how vey sorry I am. I have a hard time realizing how quickly time flies for I can only picture him (and You) as still being among the Youngest of the family!
Please relay my deepest sympathy to all of your boys and their families at
this difficult time. I know you will have many memories to help you through
the days ahead,
Love, Florence
Joan O'Donnell
September 7, 2009
Dear Judy, I just heard the news of your husband's death. I am so sorry for your loss. I can certainly see he was a lovey man and fabulous Doctor. I'm only sorry I lives didn't pass more closely.. Thinking of you and wishing you and your family peace. Love, Joan Fraser O'Donnell
Lou Parsons
September 6, 2009
Dear Judy, Rick, Jon, Mark, Mike, and families:
It has been so many years since our neigborhood escapades across the lake. I am so very sorry to hear of Dick's passing. He was such a kind and gentle man. I know right now you are all in much pain, but time does heal and all the good and wonderful memories you each have will shine though this tragedy.
Rick, Karen, Randy, Jason and I all send you each our most sincere sympathy.
Carol Condon
September 6, 2009
Dear Judy and family,
Our prayers are with you. What a wonderful man -- Dick touched so many lives as one can tell from just reading these beautiful tributes. Thanks for the fond memories, especially of Symphony Guild parties in your beautiful neighborhood.
Sherry & Phil Wiant
September 5, 2009
Judy and family,
We were heart broken when we learned of Dick's passing. He was a dear man, friend and wonderful Doctor. All who knew him were indeed fortunate to have had him in their lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Phil and Sherry Wiant
September 5, 2009
To the Locke family, We extend to you our deepest sympathy. Dr. Locke was truly a fine gentleman who cared deeply about his family, patients, and community. In thought and prayer, Jim & Connie May.
Marge Overlot
September 4, 2009
Judy and Family,
It was an honor to be a part of the memorial service for your husband and father. In reality, if one wrote a book about the life of Dr. G. Richard Locke, it would contain volumes. Dave and I are grateful that Dr. Locke passed through our life. God is good. We will continue to keep you in our prayers for some time. Blessings to all of you.
September 4, 2009
Dear Mrs.Locke and family,
Sorry to hear about your loss, you have our deepest sympathy.
Herman and Lucy Weyen
Pastor Lloyd Haynes
September 4, 2009
To the Locke Family,
I send my deepest sympathy, As a young man growing up, I had many troubles. Dr Locke was always there and gave me sound advise and guidance. May God smile upon him and Bless you, his family as you carry on through this hard time
Martin Wolfe
September 4, 2009
Mrs. Locke, Rick and family,
We were very sorry to hear of Dr. Locke's sudden passing. We want to express our condolences and let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With our deepest sympathy,
Marty, Lou Ellen, Hilliary, and Miranda
Nancy Roucher
September 4, 2009
Dear Judy and Family,
We were so sorry to hear about Dick's loss. He was a wonderful doctor and person. Please know our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Nancy & Jerry Roucher & Family
Julie Zimmerman
September 3, 2009
Judy, Rick, Jon, Mark and Mike - my condolescences and thinking of you.
Patrick Ruwe
September 3, 2009
Dear Mrs Locke, Rick, and Family,
I am so sorry for the sudden loss of your most wonderful husband and father. I have so many fond memories of Dr Locke and the time I spent in your home growing up. May God now look after him in Heaven as he has looked after so many on Earth.
Nancy Kileen Pearl
September 3, 2009
Dear Mrs. Locke and Family,
The following quote reminds me of our wonferful Dr. Locke.
Accept the challenges, so that you may feel the exhilaration of victory.---George S. Patton
As I reflect on the life and accomplishments of your beloved husband, father and grandfather, I know that he left a remarkable impression embedded in the hearts of all who knew him. He demonstrated wisdom, compassion, and fortitude in all that he strived to achieve. He had a jovial, loving and kind spirit which permeated through his family and work. I will always remember his smiling face and the chuckle in his voice. Just like those cold winter days of skating on the pond and then seeking the warmth of the fire, your husband and father provided the same warmth and comfort to all. We honor his victory of life and will cherish and treasure the challenges he conquered. He truly mastered the best game of golf and life. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May you feel God's love at this time.
Nancy Kileen Pearl
Bill Powell
September 3, 2009
Judy and Family,
So sorry to hear of Dick's passing this week. I have many great memories of him that go back from grade school to DePauw. Thankfully, Paula and I were able to spend time with him at the 50th class reunion. He was a kind a gracious man and a wonderful friend.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
September 2, 2009
Dear Mrs. Locke & Family,
In 1969 at the age of 29 we found out my husband had cancer. We had two little girls 2 and 4. We were sent to Dr. Locke for cobalt treatments. After a few months the cancer spread and he had to have Chemo. Dr. Locke personally injected the chemo in his office so we would only have to pay for the medicine. This was just one of the many kind and above the line of duty things he did for us in the 17 months my husband lived. He was one of a kind in my family's eyes and we have never forgotten him.
With sympathy for your loss,
Phyllis Posteher, Pana
Dick Jones
September 2, 2009
Dear Judy and family,
Please accept our sympathy for Dick's
sudden loss. He was a good high school
and college friend. Our prayers are with you.
Donna Driggers
September 2, 2009
Dear Dr. Mark Locke & Family,
We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
David, Donna, Abbi & Neil Driggers
Marty Sommer
September 2, 2009
Judy,
I am so sorry to hear about Dick. I see he hasn't changed since I last saw him many years ago, kind and well respected. My thoughts and prayers to all.
Ed Ebert
September 2, 2009
Dear Judy & family,
I have not seen Dick since leaving Youngstown in 1954. (55 years) However, I will always remember his calm and laid back manner as we grew up during our high school days. Please accept our sympathy and prayers for your loss Dick. He was a good friend.
Bruce Junius
September 2, 2009
Judy and Family,
Sorry Dick and I did not get that golf game in. We were great friends in high school and college. You have our deep sympathy in this sudden loss.
Bruce and Mary Ann Junius, Lafayette , IN
Brenda Melzer-Barone
September 2, 2009
Mrs. Locke, Rick and Family - You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless, comfort and watch over you in the coming days and always.
SHANTY WILSON
September 2, 2009
MIKE AND THE LOCKE FAMILY,
I AM SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS. C/0 85.
SHANTY(STEWART)WILSON
September 2, 2009
Dear Judy and family.Sorry to hear of your loss. Bob Carroll and family
Mindy (Simcox) Abell
September 2, 2009
Mrs. Locke, Rick, and family,
I'm sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts.
Brad Gregg
September 2, 2009
Mrs Locke, Jon and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of Dr. Locke's passing. My thoughts are with you.
Jack Rhoden
September 1, 2009
Dicks visits to the Walden Inn will be deeply missed Jack Rhoden night shift Auditor He was my favorite Alunini.
Melissa Kimberly
September 1, 2009
"Mrs. Locke, Jon and the Locke family: I am sorry to hear of your sudden loss. I will always remember you as my neighbors in the finest neighborhood a kid could be raised in Decatur on Lynnwood Dr. I will be thinking of you at this difficult time."
Liz Tinsman Lee
September 1, 2009
Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all. I feel so blessed to have known your dad, he was amazing! Hugs and God Bless.
Lisa Miller Mount
September 1, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family during this time. It doesn't seem long ago that we were all there, living around the pond. As I read the wonderful article in the Herald and Review, and Looked at Dr. Locke's handsome photo so many memories flooded back. May God's grace comfort you all.
Dick and Lou Oliver
September 1, 2009
Mrs. Locke, We are saddened about the passing of Dr. Locke. He was one of my dearest friends doctor. The Doctor and I had a visit at the Election Polling Place about Jane. She lived so much longer than he thought she ever would. She really loved and respected Dr. Locke. Mrs. Locke, Dick and I hope you feel God's arms of love and support around you during this most difficult and sad time. Dick and Lou Oliver
Kelly McCourt Edwards
September 1, 2009
May the hands of God reach down and carry your family through this difficult time. I have seen what a loss of a father can do to a child, no matter their age; and the emptiness that fills the mourning spouses heart, I feel with each beat.
You are fortunate that your loved one touched so many lives with his kindness and intelligence. His hope and determination to fight the evils of cancer, gave so many people the gift of life, and belief that life was possible. This gift will never die.
When I think of Doctor Richard Locke, I think of strength, hope, God's hands, lived outside the box, and will always be alive in the hearts of all!
My family sends it's tears, hugs, laughter of remembering, and memory of a man that will live forever in the lives he touched.
God Bless,
Kelly McCourt Edwards & Mikkenzi Edwards, Ruth McCourt
Greg Williams
September 1, 2009
Mrs. Locke and Family:
Very sad to hear about your loss. Dr. Locke was a good man. We have great memories of all of you. May you all find comfort in this time of grief.
Becky Stevenson
September 1, 2009
Dr. Locke treated my mother (Janet Eller) prior to her death in 1978. I will never forget him at her bedside when she was taking her last breath. He had tears in his eyes. I will always remember and respect him for his compassion.
Cindy Creighton-Nilson
September 1, 2009
Mrs Locke, Rick and the entire Locke Family-
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rhett Butler
September 1, 2009
Dear Judy & Family -
We will greatly miss Dick and all the fun we have had at Boca Grande, Culver and DePauw. Our prayers and love. Rhett & Kay Butler
Susan (Huenemeier) Evans
September 1, 2009
Judy, So very sorry to hear about Dick's passing. What a terible shock for you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the whole family.
Carol Foster
September 1, 2009
I was so saddened to hear about Dick. All of the Foster's have such wonderful memories of life with the Locke's on the pond.Dick was a true inspiration in fatherhood.
What a loving role model he was for not only his wonderful boys but for all the other kids in the neighborhood. When I think of Dick, I think of him on a cold winter morning putting up the flag to let all the neighborhood kids know that the lake was safe to skate on. What a wonderful man, Doctor, husband, father, grandfather, neighbor and friend. He will be missed and was loved by many of us. My prayers are with all of you. Lots of love and hugs! Carol Foster
John & Heather Hunter
September 1, 2009
To Judy and all the family:
You and Dick were among the first people we met in Decatur. Dick, for us, embodied all that was best and caring in a man, and forever coloured our view of US family values. Simple memories are best - maybe fishing on the lake over a glass of wine. Our thoughts are with you.
Brad Wike
September 1, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. May God comfort you in this time of grief.
Lisa Kingston Nesler
September 1, 2009
Dear Judy, Rick, Jon, Mark, Mike, and families:
I am terribly sorry for the loss of Dr. Locke. He was a very kind man, and a pillar to the City of Decatur. I wish strength for all of you in this difficult time.
Simon & Shannon Hunter
September 1, 2009
Judy, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Rodger Trimby
September 1, 2009
Kathy, Jon and Family,
Our Heart goes out to your Family.
Blessings in Christ,
Rodger and Mary Trimby
Pamela Snyder
September 1, 2009
Judy and Family;
So sorry to hear of Dr Locke passing, I know how difficult this is. With working at the golf courses for years I got to know you and Richard and he was a great gentleman. The lose of a spouse is very hard, but with time you will go on. I have now been without John for 7 years, but it is still lonely. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Dr. Locke will be missed by everyone. May God Bless and watch over you and yours.
Pamela Snyder
Scottsdale, AZ
Jeff and Catherine Hahn
September 1, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Locke family. God Bless.
September 1, 2009
MAY GOD BLESS & COMFORT YOU AT THIS TIME. MEMORIES LIVE FOREVER.
SHIRLEYE TELFER
September 1, 2009
Our prayers are with you and your family. Our son Scott went all through school with Mark and Dr Locke was one of only two people that still called Scott, Scotty. Dr. Locke will be missed by so many people.
Janey and Si Stewart, IL
September 1, 2009
Our prayers and thoughts are with your family through this difficult time. May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time.
Tammie, Lacey, and Tina
Kim Sims
September 1, 2009
Judy and family,
I want you all to know how special Dr. Locke was to me. He was always supportive in my endeavors @ dmh . He encouraged me to take my ultrasound boards. We shared lots of good meals together especially chinese . I feel privileged to have known such a caring man . He was so proud of all of his family . He treated us in Radiology like his family ,he was our surrogate dad . We loved him dearly. My sympathies
Kim Sims
Ps we will miss his famous hugs .
Tracey Nugent
September 1, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort your hearts at this time. May the memories keep you smiling & laughing for years. God Bless
Les & Patty Aubert
September 1, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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