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Charles Lock Obituary

Charles R. Lock Sr.
Charles R. Lock Sr., 75, of Summit Hill, passed away on Monday, Sept. 5, 2022, in his res-idence. He was the husband of Mary Ellen (Gerrard) Lock.
Born in Philadelphia, he was a son of the late Charles D. Lock and Marie (Adams) Lock.
He served in the U.S. Army for 20 years, having retired as a First Sergeant.
He worked as a government contractor for the AAI Corporation, and then worked for HUB as Chief of Single Family Housing in Baltimore, MD.
He last worked as a civilian background investigator for the Baltimore County Police Department.
Charles was a member of St. Joseph Parish of the Panther Valley in Summit Hill.
Surviving in addition to his widow are his children, Ron Lock Jr., and his wife, Jodi, of Quakertown, Deborah, wife of Larry Hanes of Roxboro, N.C., Daniel Lock, and his wife, Danielle, of Duryea, Karen Lock, and her husband, Will, of Baltimore, MD, and Kristen, wife of Rick Hanes of Summit Hill; a sister, Theresa, wife of Tim Sheahan of Philadelphia; grand-children, Nick, Joe, Brianna, A.J., Alyssa, Danny and Sammy; and several nieces and nephews.
He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Dennis and John.
Service: Mass of Christian Burial noon Friday, Sept. 9, St. Joseph Parish of the Panther Valley, 462 W. Ludlow St., Summit Hill. A military honors service will be conducted following the Mass of Christian Burial. Private interment at convenience of family. Call 10 a.m.-noon Friday. Arrangements by Thomas J. Parambo Funeral Home, Summit Hill. Contributions in his name may be made to St. Luke's Hospice, 801 Ostrum St., Bethlehem, PA. Online condolences can be offered at www.parambofh.com.

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Published by Times News on Sep. 7, 2022.

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cathy obrien armacost

September 11, 2022

I remember Mary Ellen well and my sympathy is extended her and to her family. Cathy

William Meehan

September 9, 2022

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Nate Stevenson

September 9, 2022

Mary Ellen and Family, I am so sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. Ron was such a good man and a gentle soul. I really enjoyed working with him in the police department as he didn’t cut corners when it came to hiring (or not hiring) recruits.
We would often have conversations about our military careers and without boasting, anyone could tell that he was very knowledgeable but also extremely proud of his time in the military.
He would also find great joy in planning your cross country vacations at his desk.
I will miss talking to him on the phone, but I know God has him now!
Prayers and condolences to your entire family.

vince suzadail jr

September 8, 2022

Just heard of Ron's passing. My deepest sympathy for all. A great neighbor, friend and fellow veteran who gave it all he had. Keeping Ron and his family in my prayers.

Regina Franchois

September 8, 2022

Wishing I could be there to give you all a big hug. I remembered your dad at mass this morning. Sending love!

Marie Sillib-Pichler

September 7, 2022

Maryellen, Ronnie, Deb, Karen, Kristin.
I am so very sorry for your loss. Ron was a great man. I loved talking to him every time I was over the house. Whether it was for a Girl Scout event, softball, sleepovers or graduation of Kristin for high school. He always had a smile on his face. May you always remember all the good times you all have shared.

Grateful

September 7, 2022

Sir,
Thank You for Your service to our country.

God Bless You!
God be with your family!

Sincerely,
A Grateful American

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