Book of Memories for Barry Locke

Condolence From Naurine Lennox

Mon, 19 Mar 2018 11:26:52 EDT

Members of the Barry Locke family: I am so sorry to hear of Barry's death. I have many happy memories of our times together at Rural Social Work Caucus meetings and the annual Institutes. He was so encouraging and positive. We also enjoyed Barbara's bright presence and recognized how much she contributed to Barry's life. Thank you, Barbara. I am missing you both. Naurine

Condolence From Suzie Cashwell

Mon, 19 Mar 2018 10:58:42 EDT

To the Locke family: Dr. Barry Locke was a wonderful man, professor, and social worker. He shaped my thinking about rural social work. The word lost a truly great man today. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

Condolence From Sheli Bernstein-Goff

Wed, 07 Mar 2018 16:20:34 EST

To the Locke Family: My deepest condolences on Barry's passing. I thank Barry everyday as he helped me transition into the culture of my beloved adopted state of WV. He will missed!

Condolence From Sarah Hanko McKinney

Wed, 07 Mar 2018 04:28:12 EST

I was a summer intern at First UMC, Shinnston, in 1997. I was blessed to stay in the home of Dr. and Mrs. Locke that summer. They were unforgettably caring and taught me so much. Barbara -- I'm so sorry for your loss. It's so hard on this side of heaven. May the Lord bless and keep you! I'm so thankful for both of you!

Condolence From Charles and Alice Vandegrift

Fri, 02 Mar 2018 20:18:13 EST

We knew Barry through the Theta Xi Fraternity at Fairmont State College. Over the years he came to some of our reunions. It was always nice getting to chat with Barry. Our thoughts and prayers to his family.

Condolence From Joanne Riebschleger

Fri, 02 Mar 2018 17:37:05 EST

Barbara, I'm so sorry. Barry was so supportive of me as a newly arriving member of the Rural Social Work Caucus. His writings on rural social work policy as a relevant today as there were twenty years ago. He was a very good man and I will miss him.

Condolence From Vickie James

Fri, 02 Mar 2018 16:48:39 EST

I am so very sorry to hear of Barry's passing. I first met him in grad school as he taught a couple classes of mine in the early 1990s. I still use some of his wisdom in policy analysis and looking for trends for "opportunity." His enthusiasm for the profession was infectious, his wit sly but with a one two punch, and his knowledge so generously shared. The profession has been blessed with so many of the contributions he has shared.

Condolence From Velva Heck

Fri, 02 Mar 2018 15:03:50 EST

So very sad to lose another great friend. Barry was so kind and sweet and we always enjoyed spending time with him and talking with him. Offering our prayers to Barb and the family. Velva and Keith.

Condolence From Sam Harrell

Fri, 02 Mar 2018 12:37:57 EST

So sad to hear.Barry was a dear friend of my sister,Ellie Blakely.Barb,Mom looked forward to your visits and loved Barry.Kay and I valued your friendship.

Condolence From Rog & Nancy Lohmann

Fri, 02 Mar 2018 10:57:56 EST

Barb and Barry's family. Our thoughts are with you. We have so many memories of Barry from the decades that we both spent working with him at Social Work. We're glad that we had a chance to visit with him in the fall. We had such a wonderful conversation talking about the years that we worked together and our families. Barb, you brought him much happiness. We wish that we could be with you to celebrate his life today and tomorrow.

Condolence From Nathan Pratt

Fri, 02 Mar 2018 10:17:33 EST

To Barb and the entire Locke family, Barry was a wonderful teacher and friend and I'll always cherish him. My fondest memory was the Social Work picnic I held at my home for students and faculty, while only Barry & Barb and another professor came, we still had wonderful conversations and fellowship. You are in my prayers and may the Peace of Christ rest upon you all.

Condolence From Ed and Starr Weaver

Fri, 02 Mar 2018 10:06:43 EST

We have no words.... We are both going to miss him so so much.

Condolence From Jennifer Paugh

Fri, 02 Mar 2018 10:04:26 EST

Dr. Locke touched so many lives. His legacy will live on in the students he taught and mentored through the years. I was amongst those students and I’m thankful for the opportunity to learn from him. To his family, please accept my condolences.

Condolence From Charles Locke

Fri, 02 Mar 2018 09:41:57 EST

Linda and Nancy: I am so glad I had the opportunity to speak with Barry recently. Appears to me he had a wonderful productive life. I have fond memories of growing up on Katy hill with you, Barry, Sylvie and Uncle Bill. I guess time waits on none of us. Please offer my best to Barbara. Charlie

Condolence From Tensil Clayton

Fri, 02 Mar 2018 09:38:42 EST

George and I send our deepest sympathy to you, Barb, and his family. Barry shared his unique gifts with the world and his heart shines on for his family, Barrckville High School classmates and friends. Sincerely, Tensil and George Clayton

Condolence From Sara Viers Monroe

Fri, 02 Mar 2018 08:46:38 EST

My deepest condolences to the Locke family. Barry was my Faculty Advisor when I was at WVU School of Social Work. He was a major influence on my live and career. He will be missed.

Condolence From Mike Toothman

Fri, 02 Mar 2018 08:18:16 EST

To Barbara and to Barry's family, by birth and by marriage. I know that your memories of Barry will be a comfort to you now and in the coming days. I will remember Barry for his thoughtfulness, his probing mind, and his willingness to ask uncomfortable questions in a spirit of inquiry. I met him as a BSW student in about 1973 and kept up a relationship with him through his retirement. I was always thankful for his counsel and for his friendship. Best wishes to you.

Condolence From Kenneth Dean

Fri, 02 Mar 2018 08:13:40 EST

To the loss of a dear Brother. I feel sadness while reading about the passing of Barry. Yet another Theta Xi to pass on. He was a good Brother, golf partner and old friend. His passing will leave a hole in my heart. Rest well my friend!

Condolence From Mark and Mary Reasor

Fri, 02 Mar 2018 07:29:23 EST

Barb, We were very sorry to learn of Barry’s passing. We have fond memories of the many years of conversations when you both sat behind us at the WVU basketball games. May God bless you through this difficult time.

Condolence From Pat Parker

Fri, 02 Mar 2018 07:16:33 EST

I remember Barry w great fondness from my time as a student at WVU in 1982. I am sorry for your loss.

Condolence From Ginny Majewski

Thu, 01 Mar 2018 22:42:24 EST

To Barb and to Barry’s entire family, please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Barry’s passing is a great loss for all of us in the social work profession. He will be remembered by so many as a great teacher, mentor, advocate, and friend. I have greatly missed my conversations with him and the constant inspiration he provided. Love to all of you in this time of sadness.

Condolence From Linda Hickman

Thu, 01 Mar 2018 22:05:01 EST

Love and prayers for this wonderful man and the Locke family. We can all thank God for Barry's life and all the lives he touched.

Condolence From Susan Dalton

Thu, 01 Mar 2018 21:30:05 EST

So sorry Barb to hear about Barry's passing. You are in our thoughts. Mike and Susan Dalton

Condolence From Kris Hash

Thu, 01 Mar 2018 18:06:42 EST

Peace and love to you all during this time. I cherished my work with Barry at the School of Social Work and he was a tremendous mentor and teacher to me. His legacy lives on in the School and through all of the work of all of students he inspired. Take good care.

Condolence From S. Ellis

Thu, 01 Mar 2018 15:54:23 EST

I wish you peace and comfort during this time of sorrow. The Bible gives the true hope of being reunited with your loved one. (John 5:28,29) The Bible promises that your loved one will come back to life in the resurrection to paradise on the earth. (Acts 24:15) Sincerely, S. Ellis

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Thu, 01 Mar 2018 15:38:49 EST