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Bryan Locke Obituary
An accomplished pilot whose career spanned commercial airlines, charter companies and as a fire spotter, Bryan lived most of the last 35 years in Tuolumne County. His flying career took him all around the U.S. and all over the world, including Asia and, during the Iraq War, the Middle East. At the time of his passing he lived in Columbia, and was Chief Pilot for Courtney Aviation.
His greatest role was that of father to Lindsey Locke of Santa Cruz, who was the joy of his life and his best friend. Happily, he had reached a level of smooth skies in his life, and was planning on new adventures with Marta Boyer of Angels Camp.
Bryan grew up in Daly City and graduated from Our Lady Of Mercy Grammar School and Westmoor High. He also attended Skyline College and University of Nevada-Reno before pursuing his flight career. An expert mechanic, he was a lover of old cars, model trains and anywhere with a beach.
In addition to Lindsey, Bryan is survived his mother, Marge Locke, his sister Brenda Locke, brothers Blair (Cindy) and Barry (Kim), and nephews Cameron and Caleb Tobin, as well as countless friends he met along the way.
A celebration of Bryan's life is being planned for a later date.
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Garth Oldham
July 7, 2019
Hi, y'all. I just googled Bryan, kinda out of the blue and sadly learned of his death.
I have nothing but good memories of all of you up at Incline back when.
Hope you are all doing well. God bless.
Crissy Huey
January 12, 2016
Lindsay,
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. My husband Dale & I were blessed to get to know him as I worked with him for a year at Courtney Aviation. He talked about you all the time, the pride of his life.
I wish you sweet memories of a great guy.
Crissy Huey
Madeleine Lee
January 7, 2016
Locke Family,
Sorry to hear of Bryan's passing. He was so young. He was a great guy and loved flying with him. He was always happy and smiling. He will be missed by all of us.
December 30, 2015
Dear Marge!
We are so sorry to get the news of Bryan's passing. Please let us know if there is anything we can do. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
See you very soon.
Markham Miller
Rich Martini
Daly City, CA
Annamarie Daniels
December 22, 2015
Many of Bryan's old friends at Westair Airlines send their condolences and would like to connect with the family. Please let us know how to do so..our thoughts are with you.
Sincerely,
Annamarie Holland Daniels
[email protected]
Nan Anderson
December 21, 2015
Dear Locke Family,
I am very sorry to learn of Bryan's sudden passing. He and I went to OLM together for 8 years. Although I have not seen him for many years, I remember him as a sweet and gentle person. My condolences to all of you.
December 21, 2015
Mark & I are so sorry for your loss. Bryan was too young. You are all in our prayers. And Blair we are here for you, so please come by and see us. All Our love, Mark & Chris
Blair Locke
December 20, 2015
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Margaret Diggins
December 20, 2015
Dear Marge and family,
So sorry to hear of Bryan's passing. It must have been a great shock to all of you. My sincere sympathies.
Love and prayers,
Marg Diggins
Dan McNab
December 19, 2015
Marge, Brenda, Blair and Buzzy, so sorry to hear of Bryan's passing. I have great memories of the Locke's and especially Bryan during our OLM days.
RIP Bryan
Dan McNab and Family
December 19, 2015
Marge, Brenda, Blair and Buzzy I remember you all so much. Very sorry to hear of Bryan's passing. You will all be in our prayers!
Damn McNab and Family
Brian White
December 19, 2015
So sorry to hear about the passing of Bryan. We attended OLM together, graduating in 1970. While our paths never directly crossed again, I have fond memories of our youth's together: sports, scouting and school projects. RIP
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