Luther Melson Locker Jr., "Steve", age 79, was taken to be with the Lord on Friday, January 11 in Boerne, Texas during a tragic car accident. He was born on June 9, 1939 in Morganza, Louisiana to Luther Sr. and Kitty Locker. He served on the destroyer, USS Collette, as a certified diver & boiler room operator during the Vietnam War, where he earned several medals. He was a 1st generation Eagle Scout, to be followed by his only son and only grandson also becoming Eagle Scouts. He was a member of the Boerne Chapter of The Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) where he served in several capacities within the organization. Luther is survived by his wife, Carole A. Locker; son, Jeffrey L. Locker; daughter in law, Leslie K. Locker; grandson, Andrew J. Locker; granddaughter, Mikayla K. Locker; brother in law, David Laird; beloved dogs, Kady & Cricket.
GRAVESIDE SERVICE
MONDAY, JANUARY 28, 2019
10:45 A.M.
FORT SAM HOUSTON NATIONAL CEMETERY
1520 HARRY WURZBACH ROAD
Pastor/Dr. Chris Johnson will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude's Hospital.
