Ellis Locklear

Ellis Ray Locklear, age 79, of Raeford died surrounded by his family on Thursday, August 18, 2022 at his home.  He was born in Robeson County on June the 8th, 1943 to the late Alton Locklear and Julia Mae Jackson Locklear.  He was preceded in death by several brothers and a sister.  Ellis was a member of Mt. Elim Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon. He retired from Burlington Industries in the mid 90's after 34 years of employment.  He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Rachel Henderson Locklear of the home, two sons, Billy Ray Locklear and his wife Carol of Red Springs, Kevin Locklear and his wife Debbie of Raeford, two daughters, Diane Locklear and her husband Timothy of Red Springs (Hoke County), Kristy Dawn Locklear of Red Springs (Hoke County). 11 grandchildren, Brandon and his wife Sarah, Ryan and his wife Julia, Timothy, Austin, Dustin and his wife Morgan, Logan, Noah, Hannah, Jordan, Karissa, and Colten. 8 great-grandchildren, Julia, Jamison, Jared, Sofia, Makai, Gabriel, Owen, and Jolina. A brother, Clifton Locklear of Shannon NC, two sisters, Olia Mae Scott of Red Springs NC, and Dorothy Locklear of Red Springs NC. His special niece, Brenda Woriax and two special nephews Don Mikle Woods and Willie Davis Woods.    A visitation will be held Saturday, August 20, 2022, from 6-8 pm at Mt. Elim Baptist Church 921 Wilson Rd in Red Springs and other times at the home.  A funeral service will be held on August 21, 2022, at 3 pm Sunday at Mt Elim Baptist Church with Reverend Tony Brewington, Reverend Donnie Henderson, and Reverend Timothy Locklear officiating.  Burial will be at the church cemetery.  Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com