Mr. Grady Locklear, 88, of 6540 NC Hwy 72 West, entered his Heavenly home on Thursday, August 8, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born January 6, 1936 to Mr. Russell W. Locklear and Mrs. Elsie Carter Locklear. He is preceded in death by his father, mother, brothers: Mr. Bill Buck Locklear, Mr. Tom Carter, Mr. Sam Carter and Mr. Roosevelt Locklear and a step-daughter: Ms. Robin Chavis.
The funeral will be 3 p.m. Monday, August 12, 2024 at Mt. Airy Baptist Church with the Revs: Kelvin Locklear and Michael Cummings officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Mr. Grady leaves behind to cherish his memories; devoted wife of 59 years: Mrs. Hazel Sampson Locklear; son: Mr. Gralin Locklear(Penny); daughter: Mrs. Elsie Sabrina Brayboy(Ricky); step-daughters: Ms. Kathy Oxendine and Ms. Michell Locklear; grandchildren: Hillary McGirt, Carey Locklear, Madison Locklear and Rebekah Brayboy; great-grandchildren: Jazlyn Locklear, Brooklyn Priest, John McGirt, Jr.(JJ), Mallory Priest, Harper McGirt, Bryla Locklear and Benton Brayboy; sister: Mrs. Mary Jane Bryant; brother: Mr. Russell W. Locklear, Jr.(Patsy) and a host of relatives and friends.
Mr. Grady was a true overachiever and role model to many. His educational background was something he was truly proud of, which includes: 1963 Pembroke State University B.S. and 1974 East Carolina University M.A. ED. He loved education, as he served as an educator for 32 years with the Public Schools of Robeson County. He served as the best principal at Piney Grove Elementary School, wanting the best for his students and staff. He loved Mt. Airy Baptist Church and Jesus. As one of the elders, he worked diligently as the head of the educational building and Sunday School teacher, overseeing the construction of the new sanctuary and fellowship hall. He also made sure Mt. Airy church looked it’s best. Not only did he serve his community and church with honor, but he served his country, giving three years to the United States Air Force. After retirement, he found a love for gardening. On the weekends, he enjoyed cruising the country roads in his Mustangs. In the afternoons, you could see him sitting under his tree. On Friday nights. He would faithfully take his wife out to eat.
Even until his last day, he still found a way to be the man in charge. Mr. Grady will be truly missed. We love you, Husband, Daddy and Pa.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Sunday, August 11, 2024 at Mt. Airy Baptist Church.
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I am sending my condolences to the family. I will miss him along with his knowledge. I enjoyed working along with him and others on the sign for the Burnt Swamp Baptist. I learned a lot of the church histories that I did not know. He took a lot of historical knowledge with him. May God Bless the family.
I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences at this time to the family and friends of Mr. Grady Locklear. May the love and mercy of our Lord help to ease the pain of your loss.
Sincerely,
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