Loretta Locke Obituary
Publish in a newspaper
Loretta M. Locke, 95, wife of the late Robert Locke of Clifton Park, NY passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 13,2025 at the Eddy Village Green in Cohoes, NY.
Born July 18, 1930 to the late Thomas and Jennie (Sapudar) Simmons of Forest City, PA. Loretta was a resident of Binghamton, NY then later Johnson City NY for over 40 years. Finally , she relocated to Clifton Park, NY 25 years ago .
Loretta retired as a computer operator from IBM, Endicott, NY after 18 years in 1987. She was a communicant of Holy Spirit Byzantine Catholic Church for over 40 years. Loretta was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.
Loretta is survived by daughter Jean Ammerall( Eric) of Clifton Park, NY, daughter Karen Lewis ( Alan) of Equinuk, PA,; 4 grandchildren, Jenna Ammerall and Joshua Ammerall, Charlene LaBean and family, Corey Lewis and family.
She is also survived by sister Agnes Johns of Binghamton, NY and several nieces and nephews.
A private service will be held for family and close friends at the convenience of the family. Loretta will be laid to rest in The Holy Spirit Byzantine Catholic Cemetery, Binghamton , NY.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Holy Spirit Byzantine Catholic Church, 360 Clinton St. Binghamton, NY 13905 or for online donations : www.southerntiernybyzcatholic.com Or Community Hospice of Albany, NY
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Loretta Locke
Tell your own story about Loretta
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
343 New Karner Rd, Colonie, NY 12205
Make a Donation
in Loretta Locke's name
People and places connected with Loretta
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Loretta'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
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 moreResources 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
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 moreWays to honor Loretta Locke's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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
