Marjorie Helen Lockett
September 08, 1922 - December 21, 2010
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Marjorie Helen Lockett
September 08, 1922 - December 21, 2010
Obituary
Lockett, Marjorie Helen, 88, of Richmond, formerly of Mexico City for 46 years, born September 8, 1922, went to be with the Lord on December 21, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Goode Lockett of Ettrick, VA; her parents, Walter and Margaret Laehr of Watertown, WI; and long-time companion, George P. Ravelo of Mexico City. She is survived by her daughter, Laura Martha Lockett of Monterey, CA; son, Gordon Shane Lockett of Richmond, VA; brother and sister-in-law, Walter and Marlys Laehr of Watertown, WI; and grandchildren, Christian S., David S., and Kimberly Lockett. Marjorie was a lifetime member and the first woman commander of the American Legion, Alan Seeger Post in Mexico City, Mexico. She was a member of the Women’s Memorial in Arlington, VA. She was a recruiting officer for the Coast Guard during WWII and was a freelance travel writer and editor for Fodor’s Travel Guide Book to Mexico and had her articles published in various US newspapers and magazines, including the Richmond Times-Dispatch and Chicago Tribune. She was a member of the American Benevolent Society of Mexico City. She and her husband, Ralph, opened the first travel agency in Southside VA in Petersburg, Lockett’s Travel Agency, on South Sycamore St. in the 1950s. Memorial contributions can be made to the Humane Society of the United States on her behalf. There will be a private burial at sea provided by the US Coast Guard.
7 responses to Marjorie Helen Lockett
LINDAFENDERSON/HAYES says:
August 20, 2021
Joyce Baneck says:
August 20, 2021
I was a student of Marjorie’s mother, Margaret, in a country school in Jefferson County, Wisconsin. She made us study about places where Marjorie was stationed. Education was important! When my daughter and a group of High School students visited Mexico City in 1971, Marjorie was a contact person.
Bob & Joan Vann says:
August 20, 2021
We extend our condolences to you Gordy andLaura Lockett.
May there be peace in your life.
BV JV
Pat McGrath says:
August 20, 2021
Dear Gordy;
I was saddened to see the passing of your dear and wonderful mother.
Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family during these difficult days trusting that the Lord will engulf you with His presence and comfort.
BEST SALUDOS & BIG ABRAZO!
PAT MCGRATH
Carol Haley says:
August 20, 2021
Gordon,I am so sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. Your Mom could not have asked for more in a son, with the way you saw to all her needs and showed her love in so many ways. You and your sister are in my thoughts. Please call me when you have an opportunity.
Carol