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Ethel Locker Obituary
Born in Scranton, daughter of the late Willard and Margaret Coleman Yates, she was a member of Trinity Congregational Church, a lifelong resident of the city and educated in Scranton schools. She was employed by Scranton Lace, Seamproof and Bonton, but for the remainder of her life, she was a stay-at-home mom.
Surviving are three sons, John "Jack" Locker; Kenneth Locker and wife, Ann Marie; and Jeffrey Locker and wife, Maureen, all of Scranton; two sisters, Shirley Yates Locker and Margaret Yates Leofflad and husband, John, both of Pittston; a brother, Willard "Bill" Yates and wife, Lois, Duryea; two sisters-in-law, Juanita Locker, Mobile, Ala.; and Marlene Locker, Scranton; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins.
She was also preceded in death by a son, Robert R. Locker; brothers-in-law, Carl, Kenneth, the Rev. William and Paul Locker.
A service will be held Friday at 10 a.m. in the McGoff-Hughes Funeral Home Inc., 1401 Capouse Ave., by the Rev. Frank Andrews. Interment, Fairview Memorial Park, Elmhurst.
Friends may call Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m.
Memorial contributions can be made to Trinity Congregational Church, 229 S. Main Ave., Scranton, or the donor's favorite charity.
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starlette topa
September 9, 2018
Shirley and family sorry for your loss.
Bill Kerekes
September 8, 2018
Jeff, Jack and family,
I'm sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. During this time of sorrow reflect on all of the years you had with her.
Prayers. R.I.P. Ethel
Heaher Balmer. Cna scranton helthcare
September 7, 2018
So sorry for your loss. Ethel was a pleasure to take care of at the nursing home. I loved that sweet,beautiful old lady with all of my heart. I will cherish the memories of her and will keep her in my heart forever. Peace be with you and your family at this time
diane davis
September 6, 2018
My Prayers and Sympathies are with all of you. I lived in the yellow house on the corner of Brick and used to walk down to your parents' house and visit with both of them. Those were real nice times! Praying that this time will be a time of reflection on all the good memories that you have and that they will see you through. She was a grand lady! RIP Ethel - now you are with your Bob!
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Michele McGraw
September 6, 2018
Jeff, Neen, Jeff, Jr. and Mike, I am sorry of your mom's/grandmom's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
September 5, 2018
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Locker family. Losing a parent at any age causes a void in the family that can NEVER be filled. Hold onto all the loving memories of your Mom... they are priceless treasures. Your mom and dad were very close to my mom and dad in their younger years. Many times my parents shared stories of their adventures together. Love, Sandy and Mike Anglin
Brenda Beverly
September 5, 2018
We are thinking of you all! Billy has great childhood memories of Aunt Ethel and the family together. After we moved so far South, we were really delighted to host Aunt Ethel and Uncle Bob for a visit. Lots of love and special memories to cherish!
XO Bill and Brenda
Jason Weston
September 5, 2018
To the entire Locker family,
On behalf of MY family, our deepest condolences and most heartfelt prayers. Hold each other up, laugh when you can, and know she's in good hands.
All my love,
Catherine Caparo
September 5, 2018
Dear Family Members:
Please accept my deepest sympathy. My sister Janet and I grew up on Warren Street and have fond memories of Ethel. I will have you all in my thoughts and prayers. Sadly I lost my sister last October. She lived in GA. Sincerely, Catherine Williams Caparo
Joe Kerekes
September 5, 2018
Jeff and Family,
I am sorry to hear of your mothers passing, please try to remember all of the great years you have all spent together as a family during this difficult time. May God Bless You All and may Ethel REST IN PEACE!
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