Locklear, Baker

Mr. Baker Locklear, 83, of 766 Melinda Rd, Prospect was born August 6, 1927 and departed this life to be with his heavenly Father on Thursday, April 28, 2011 at Southeastern Regional Medical Center surrounded by his family and friends. Mr. Baker (Bock) lived in the Prospect community all of his life. Mr. Baker was a jack of all trades. In his younger years, he worked as a tenant farmer with Floyd McMillan. Later he worked at JP Stevens Plant for 17 years in Wagram, NC. In 1982, he joined Robeson Family Practice Associates with his son and Dr. Herman Chavis as the custodial engineer. He loved the Lord and served as a deacon at Island Grove Baptist Church. On August 19, 1950, he married his loving wife of 61 years: Ms. Rosette Locklear. Mr. Baker was a great friend to his community, church, and family. He was a good neighbor, devoted Christian, avid fox hunter, and a superb gardener. He loved to get with his hunting buddies and have a good “fox race”, especially with his best friend and neighbor, Ernest Goins. He enjoyed working in the garden and giving vegetables to the elders and shut-ins in the community. His dedication as a servant and Christian to his community and church was evident through his many good works. Mr. Baker is survived by his loving wife: Mrs. Rosette Locklear, two sons Dr. Kenneth Edward Locklear and Mr. William Laird Locklear. a sister: Ms. Myrtle Locklear and 3 brothers: Mr. Dook Locklear, Mr. Horace Locklear and Mr. William Everette Locklear. His memories will live on with eight grandchildren: Brandon, Andrea, Charlene, Brittany, William Matthew, Victoria, Alexandria, Nicolette and two great grandchildren: Anileigh Rose and Alannah Rose. He also lives behind three special children: Jimmy Goins, Diane Goins, and Terry Harris. He is preceded in death by his parents: Mr. William Everet and Mrs. Dovie Locklear; a brother: Mr. Bill R Locklear and three sisters: Ms. Mary Sue Locklear, Mrs. Lady Strickland and Mrs. Evelyn L. Chavis. The family will receive friends from 7-9 p.m. Saturday, April 30, 2011, at Island Grove Baptist Church. The funeral will be conducted 3:00 P.M. Sunday, May 1, 2011, at Island Grove Baptist Church with the Revs: Larry Locklear, Grady Chavis and Michael Cummings officiating. Burial will follow in the Island Grove Memorial Park.