Marlene Brown Lockhart was born April 9, 1933 in Northampton County, NC to the late Fred and Dollie Brown. She was blessed to share her life with eleven brothers and sisters.
At an early age, Marlene became a member of Roanoke Salem Baptist Church in Garysburg, NC. She received her education in the Northampton School System and graduated from Gumberry High School.
Marlene was joined in matrimony to the late James T. Lockhart. This union was blessed with four daughters, Arveat, Mamie, Jacquelene and one of which preceded her in death, Diane. One son, Anthony, was born of this union.
In the late 1950’s, Marlene moved to the Berkley Neighborhood in Norfolk, VA, where she was a homemaker for many years. Later she move to South Norfolk (Chesapeake, VA).
Marlene Joined Antioch Missionary Baptist Church; the church she loved, and remained a member (36+ years) until her death.
Marlene took great pride in wearing fashionable attire as well as making her home fashionable. Holidays were important to her as creativity was showcased during Thanksgiving and Christmas. She wanted to shine and it had to be “her way” or the highway. It was just Joy in her Soul to make you Happy! However, Marlene’s biggest addiction may have been sending you cards (money included) throughout her lifetime. This addiction continued ….. even though she was 88 years old.
In Marlene’s later years of being home, Marlene’s daily routine was checking in on her sisters, Sarah and Clara, and keeping others on the phone until “she” said Goodbye; but at the end of the day, she forever cherished the memories of just hanging out with her grandchildren when they were little kids.
Marlene had certain sayings and wishes that she held close to her heart. One of her sayings was “one day at a time” and another was “you just don’t know how you gonna leave this world” Her wish and prayer was for the Lord to bring all of her children home together before she left this old world.
Marlene held close to her heart her Berkley families: the Hardys, the Eures, the Smiths; God daughters, Shelby, Janice, Evon; Lifelong friends, Celestine, Lillian, Liz, Catherine, Sadie, Delores and other Friends
Marlene leaves to cherish her memory: 5 daughters, Arveat Crenshaw, Mamie Holmes (Errol), Jacqueline, Rita Brown (Nathan), Pamela James; Son, Anthony; Stepson, Rudolph Whitaker (Jacquelene); 13 Grandchildren, Anthony, Marlena, George, Demond, Darius, Deunka,Lilton, James, Lady, Nathan Jr, Nicholas, Patrick, Delilah; 18 great-grandchildren; 3 beloved sisters, Sarah, Carol, Clara; 1 beloved brother, Clyde; 4 caring sisters-in-law, Mary, Ruth, Emily, Blanche; beloved brother-n-law, Ben; a host of Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and Friends.
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Wilbert A McCoyJr says
July 22, 2021 at 9:12 amMy condolences to the family
Hardy Family says
July 25, 2021 at 10:56 pmOur condolences to the family. Marlene you will be missed.
Love,
The Hardy Family
Bernard Simons Jr, says
July 22, 2021 at 8:13 pmThere will be things that trigger tears and things that will bring laughter..
things that you never expected. But, they’ll gently remind you of all the wonderful details that made life with your mother Marlene Lockhart such a precious gift.
My condolences to the family
Stacey and Billy Thompson says
July 23, 2021 at 7:57 amMy condolences goes out to the family. May God be with you!!!
Marlena Adams says
July 23, 2021 at 1:48 pmGranny this is definitely a tough pill to swallow. I still can’t believe you are no longer here for me to hug, kiss and eat pizza with. But knowing you are in a better place brings me joy. I will cherish our special moments forever. I will keep your memory alive and Aiden will always know how much his Granny loved him. Until we meet again. Please give kisses to and hugs to my Daddy! I love you
Mamie, Layla, Myles, George and Maria Alston says
July 23, 2021 at 1:52 pmGranny, it hurts to know we won’t see you in person again or hear your sweet voice. We love and miss you so much already. We didn’t get to say goodbye. And did— not knowing it would be the last time we would see you. Thank you for your unconditional love. You were the most loving, kind and strongest woman we know. Thank you for leaving behind such a great legacy. A huge family that will forever keep you in our hearts. Love you always.
Marlena and Alphonso Adams says
July 23, 2021 at 2:41 pmAlphonso and I will definitely miss you Granny! You were loved beyond words. Your hugs, kisses and smile. We will forever cherish the holidays we spent together. Love you always and forever ❤
Lilton Hill says
July 24, 2021 at 2:08 pmGranny thank you. Thank you for always being there for me. Thank you for every lesson you taught me. I just want to say I love you and thank you Granny…
Dexter Allen says
July 26, 2021 at 8:13 amMy condolences to the Brown and Lockhart family. May the Lord provide you with strength and encouragement.
When you have a moment, please reach out to me. We may be related. My mom is a Lockhart and was born in Garysburg, NC.
Jessica Kennedy says
July 26, 2021 at 10:14 amI grew up next door to Mrs. Lockhart. She was my grandmothers best friend for years. I would help bring in her groceries when I was a kid. I’m sure she has a picture of me or my daughter around somewhere in here house. :) I am so sorry for your loss. She was such a kind, beautiful woman. She would give you the shirt of her back. Rest in sweet paradise Mrs. Lockhart. Make sure you hug Marcece for me.
Ryan, Gwen, and Cole says
August 5, 2021 at 11:03 amWe send our love and condolences. May she rest peacefully.
With Love,
The Alexander Family
Josephine and Benny Starks says
August 5, 2021 at 1:39 pmTo Marlene’s Family,
At a time when words are hard to find, love and care are deeply felt. I am holding you close at heart in thoughts and prayers, and asking the lord to bring comfort, peace, and strength during this difficult time.
Arveat L Crenshaw, Anthony B Lockhart, Diane K L Hill, Mamie S L Holmes, Jacqueline R Lockhart says
August 11, 2021 at 10:37 pmTo our beautiful Mother, we thank you for being our Mother for over 66 years, we want to thank you for being such a warm, kind, sharing caring, giving and most of all loving person. you had such a big heart, we miss your warm smile, your laughter, your conversations, we thank you for all the family and friends gathering ,we will cherish our memories. Mother you will never be forgotten. We can’t believe that you are gone, it is so hard, you always would say “One Day At A Time” you are truly missed, We Love You So Much Mother
Mamie S L Holmes says
August 13, 2021 at 4:45 pmMother 🌹, we miss and love you so much❤️
Mamie S L Holmes says
September 16, 2021 at 9:41 pmHello Mother 🌹I think about you all the time I miss you so much ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Mamie Holmes says
September 23, 2021 at 9:56 pmMiss you so much Mother😂
Mamie Lockhart Holmes says
October 12, 2021 at 8:57 pmHey Mom💜💜💜💜💜💜 miss you so much
Mamie S L Holmes says
October 16, 2021 at 11:23 pmMiss you so much 😭😭😭
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