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LOCKEY, Robert Robert Bobby D. Lockey, 56, beloved husband of Sharon M. Lockey of Charleston, entered into eternal rest in the early morning hours of Friday, November 21, 2008 in a local hospital. Mr. Lockey was born July 9, 1952 at Fort Bragg in Fayetteville, NC; he was the son of the late Donald A. Lockey. He is survived by his loving wife, Sharon Keenum Lockey and his mother Kathleen Gainey Lockey. He also is survived by three sons, Turner Dwayne Carroll (Tara) of Charleston; Jamie Christopher Carroll of Charlotte, NC; David Lockey Harley (Joanne) of Charleston; one grand-daughter, Alice Harley; two sisters, Renee Stroman (Jack) of Charleston; Pauline Reeves of Gainesville, GA; three brothers, Mickey Dale Lockey of San Francisco, CA; Bradford Lockey of Summerville; Roger Lockey (Tabitha) of Charleston and a host of numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Bobby was a lifetime salesman working with several snack food companies, including Tom's snack foods (25 years) and Moore's snack foods. He was a member of Northwood Assembly and attended Seacoast Church. He will be deeply missed. Visitation with family and friends will be Monday, November 24, 2008 from 7-9 pm at MCALISTER-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, WEST ASHLEY CHAPEL 2501 Bees Ferry Road, Charleston, SC. The funeral service will be conducted by Rev. Fred Richards; pastor of Northwood Assembly on Tuesday, November 25, 2008 at 1:30pm at McAlister-Smith West Ashley Chapel, burial will follow at Live Oak Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends after the service at 361 Curtiss Ave., Air Harbor, Charleston, 843-766-9466. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be sent to: The American Heart Association, the American Kidney Foundation or the American Diabetes Association. Condolences may be sent to the family via www.mcalister-smith.com. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Nov. 23, 2008.

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Vicki Goff Haught

November 25, 2008

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Wayne Ayer

November 24, 2008

Very special thoughts and prayers are with all of your family at this difficult time.

Joe Pye

November 23, 2008

Sharon and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Bobby. I have fond memories of him and the talks we use to have.
In my prayers,

Joby and Evelyn Ready

November 23, 2008

Dear Dwayne,

Joby and I are so very sorry about the passing of your father. I know this is a very difficult time. We are praying for you and your family and hoping that God will help to ease your pain with time. Please let us know if there is anything that we can do. We love you!

Belinda Kowalski

November 23, 2008

Sharon and Family,
I am so sorry for your lost. My prayers and Love are with you all in your time of need.
Belinda

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