James Howard Locklear, 39, Of Linden, Virginia slipped his earthly bonds Wednesday, March 13, 2019, surrounded by his loving family, after losing a courageous battle with cancer.
James was born June 2, 1979 in Salem, ohio. He was the son of Zeb and Judith Ann (Mayo) Locklear. James served in the United States Army where he was a Sargent in the Military Police. While in the Army he was based in Fort Knox Kentucky and Fort Leavenworth Kansas. Afterward James served as a Sargent in the United States Secret Service as law enforcement in the Uniform Division.
James was involved in multiple organizations including Dynamic Life Praise and Worship Center in Front Royal, Virginia. American Legion 442 and Masonic Lodge 348 in Salineville Ohio. Also he was a member of the Ohio Farm Bureau, Fraternal Order of Police and life member of the National Rifle Association.
James is survived by his parents Zeb and Judy. His brother Robert (wife: Darla) and sister, Laura (husband: Jason). Nephews Zachary, Jacob and Colin, nieces Albany and Madison. With many beautiful friends and family. Special recognition given to the U.S. Secret Service for their outstanding commitment to their officers.
Friends and family will be welcomed to Maddox funeral home Friday, March 15, from 6:00-8:00pm. A Celebration of Life service will be held March 16, at 11:00am at Dynamic Life Praise and Worship Center in Front Royal Virginia. He will be laid to rest at Carmel cemetery in Rogers Ohio.
In lieu of flowers donations can be sent to U.S. Secret Service Employee Recreation Association “Helping Hands Fund” PO Box 2045 West Chester, PA 19380
We are so very sorry for your loss. Praying for you all.
So very sorry. Condolences to the family.
So very sorry to hear about this. I served with him at Ft Knox. I remember him fondly.
So sorry to hear of this loss. I served with him at Fort Knox for a few years. We were roommates and in the same platoon for awhile. I have great memories of him when we were young and will never forget him. My condolences and prayers to the family.
So very sorry for your loss. I only met James recently, as a customer at the gunsmith shop where I work, but quickly found him a very decent human being. Prayers for his family and friends.