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Ronald Locke Obituary
FORT MYERS, FL - Ronald T. Locke, age 85, passed away on December 13, 2024, in Richmond, RI. Born on April 4, 1939, Ronald spent his formative years in South Kingston, completing his high school education there. Ronald dedicated 28 years to Pfizer. His passion for sports led him to a professional baseball career with the New York Mets and later as a softball player with the Florida Legends, a Super Major Team. His love for baseball continued into his retirement, as he worked at Jet Blue Stadium in Fort Myers, Florida, for the Boston Red Sox for 12 years.
A resident of Fort Myers for the last 25 years, Ronald was known for his fun-loving nature and as a devoted family man. An avid sports enthusiast, especially baseball, he enjoyed the camaraderie and the thrill of the game.
He is survived by his loving wife, Annette Locke (Lefebvre), his sisters Alberta Gilman and his brothers Walter Locke Jr. and Gary Locke. Ronald was a proud father to daughters Pamela Trenholm (Kevin), Lisa Adams (Rich), and Paula Rathbun (Chris). He was also a cherished grandfather to nine grandchildren, Sean, Kayla, Krista, Lindsay, Jamie, Ryan, Hailey, Cody, and Evan. Four great-grandchildren: Nolan, Nash, Levi, and Ellie.
Ronald was preceded in death by his parents, Walter Locke Sr. and Sadie Locke (Sturdevant), and his sister Myra Carr.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date to honor Ronald's memory and legacy.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ronald Locke
John
January 8, 2025
Ron, a good friend and co- worker at JetBlue Park. Enjoyed your great baseball stories. RIP my friend
Bob Chessia
January 8, 2025
Such a great guy. He always made our day.
Jeff Walsh
January 7, 2025
Worked with Ron at Jet Blue. Always smiling and just a lot of fun to be around. I am sure I speak for all that he will be missed but left all of us who knew him with great memories. RIP Ron.
Steve Davidson
January 5, 2025
I knew Ron as a work colleague at Jet Blue Park ... loved hearing his stories about his MLB career with the Mets . And I would often run into Ron at the Dunkin Donuts on McGregor Blvd . Great sports enthusiasts and always had a positive attitude and outlook on life . My sincere sympathy to the Locke family ..
Bob Gould
January 5, 2025
Worked with Ron at Jet Blue Stadium. Always friendly and with a new story about Baseball. Great person and a joy to work with. We all loved Ronny. RIP my friend.
Bob Millen
January 5, 2025
We worked together at Jet Blue Park. Ron always had a smile and enjoyed talking baseball to anyone who asked. He will be missed and will always be remembered. RIP Southpaw
Pamela Slocum
January 1, 2025
My deepest condolences to Ron's family and friends. A wonderful person with a great personality worked with him at Pfizer, groton.
Cheryl Tefft
January 1, 2025
Annette and family,
I'm so sorry to hear about Ronnie. I always had a great time with you and him. Lots of fun and laughs. Ronnie will be greatly missed by anyone who knew him. RIP Ronnie
Carl and Beth Ackroyd
January 1, 2025
Annette and family we are so sorry to learn of Ron's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shawn M Jennerwein
December 29, 2024
Paula and family, I´m so very sorry for your loss . Your dad was like a super hero to us kids after you shared so many great stories of him when we were in junior high.
I can only imagine how proud he was of you girls.
Danny Bunte
December 29, 2024
Worked with Ron for many years at Pfizer, we car pooled together, and played softball at Pfizer. He was a great friend. Sorry to hear of his passing.
Butch Sini
December 28, 2024
Met Ron through the Pfizer ID softball league. We saw one another for years after that. A true gentleman it was always great to see him.... RIP Ron
Barbara and Butch
December 28, 2024
Annette and family...so very sorry on the passing of Ron. Prayers for you all
Sharon Wright Gordon
December 28, 2024
My prayers are with the Locke Family at this difficult time.
John Bowen
December 28, 2024
Annette and Family My Condolences to all . Ron was a great man and will be missed.
Jim Mageau
December 28, 2024
Annette and Family.
Please accept my prayers and condolences. You know that Ronnie and I grew up together and the three of us always were able to share a few laughs together whenever we met at a local restaurant or at the bowling
alley in Wakefield when you were visiting from Florida. May he rest in Peace. May your happiness together always be with you.
Marjorie
December 28, 2024
I am truly sorry for your loss.
Audra Burns
December 28, 2024
My heart breaks for all of you. What wonderful man he was. May his memory and laughter live on in each of you
Hutchinson Family
December 27, 2024
Mrs. Locke, Pam, Lisa and Paula.
We are so sorry the loss of Mr. Locke (aka Lip).
He was the sweetest, kindest dad/friend and will be missed.
Be sure you always says great memories about dad, we will always listen.
Hutchinson Family
Tia Fenner
December 27, 2024
I remember Ron & Annette from around Kenyon Went to Chariho with their girls. Then as an adult I saw them at the softball field every summer. Great couple. My condolences to Annette and the girls.
Diane Gilman Perino
December 27, 2024
Annette, Pam, Lisa and Paula I'm so sorry for your loss. I will always remember his kindness and his love for baseball. Whenever I saw him, he always had a smile on his face.
Bob &Vickie Brown
December 27, 2024
RIP, you will be missed by all.
Ray Hayes
December 27, 2024
Ron was a blessing to anyone who had the pleasure to meet. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.!!
Chris Orlando
December 27, 2024
My condolences' to the Rons family and friends for your loss. I work with Ron for many years in groton,ct ,one of the nicest guys i had the pleasure of working with. R.I.P My friend.
Paul Gruber
December 27, 2024
One of the nicest people I worked with at Pfizer...
He made work and people around him a better place.
Elaine Carpenter Riccitelli
December 27, 2024
It's been a long time since I have seen Ronnie, but I have many happy memories of him. Most of them centered around baseball, of course. I also remember when he was at my father's garage fixing up a trailer to go get Annette and bring her back to R.I. Thery were such a lovely couple and a lot of fun.
Sending warm thoughts to the entire family.
Jack Robinson
December 26, 2024
Ron was a great adversary and teammate. Most of all, he was my friend.
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