RICHARD M. LOCKARD (83) passed away April 1, 2024 at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital in Vero Beach, FL. He was born January 12, 1941 in Bedford, VA to the late Vaughnie and Oswald Lockard.

He was a member of the 1960 graduating class of Bedford High School. Richard has enjoyed his retirement in Vero Beach, FL for the past 18 years.

Richard is survived by his loving wife of 51 years Millie Lockard of Vero Beach, FL, daughter, Carmen Lockard Dickerson (NC), Elizabeth Bugner (NC) and son Paul Forbes (NC) as well as brother-in-law Thomas Ruff (VA) and son-in-law Ron Bugnar (FL). He leaves four grandchildren Courtney Forbes (NC), Carly Dickerson Morrison (NY), Quintin Dickerson (NC) and Crystal Hawkins (PA). In addition Richard leaves behind four great-grandaughters. Last but not least he leaves his best friend and furry companion "Izzy" behind to take to look after and protect us all.

In addition to Richard's parents he is preceded in death by daughter Sonya Broderick (d.2023) of Vero Beach, FL.

Goodbyes are not forever. Goodbyes are not the end. They simply mean we'll miss you until we meet again. Beautiful memories silently kept, of one that we loved and will never forget. Fly high Richard/Daddy, we love you.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, May 10, 2024 at 2 pm with a gathering from 2-4 pm at the Heritage Plantation, 1101 82nd Avenue, Vero Beach, FL 32966.