Barbara Sue Hartley

Barbara Sue Hartley obituary

Barbara Sue Hartley

Barbara Hartley Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Crevasse's Simple Cremation - Jacksonville on Oct. 9, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Barbara Sue Hartley (née Lockner), born on February 3, 1954, in Sterling, Illinois, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2025, in Saint Augustine, Florida. She was 71 years old.

Barbara was the beloved daughter of Harry and Bernice Lockner and grew up surrounded by a large and close-knit family. Barbara is also remembered with love by her sister Sandy Maynard, brothers Pat McCarragher, Jim Lockner, John Lockner (wife Joanne), and Marc Lockner (wife Diane). She was preceded in death by her husband, Charlie Hartley, with whom she shared many cherished years, parents Harry and Bernice Lockner, brother Mike Lockner, sisters Connie Walker and Sheri McGowan.

Barbara's legacy lives on through her four children: sons Eric Smith (wife Mandy), Chad Smith (wife Breezy), Travis Smith (wife Shaunna), and daughter Tara Smith. She was a proud grandmother to thirteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

A celebration of life to follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to your local VVA (Vietnam Veterans of America).

May her memory bring comfort to those who knew and loved her.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support Barbara's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Barbara Hartley's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Barbara Hartley's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?