Aaron Michael Locke

Aaron Michael Locke, 42, of Toano (formerly of Kansas City), passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2017. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Calvin John Locke and father-in-law, Evan Brumble. He was a former member of the USAF, and met his wife while stationed in Missouri. He worked in several different areas for Verizon, ending his 19 year career as an equipment engineer. He enjoyed his motorcycle, shooting, bonfires with friends, and was a cigar aficionado. A devoted family man, he was very involved with his daughters’ athletics, from coaching their soccer teams to obtaining his black belt in taekwondo with them. Aaron was an exceptional and honorable man who was always willing to help someone in need. He leaves his wife of 20 years, Sarah Locke; his beloved daughters, Emma and Grace Locke; father, Jerry Locke and his wife, Karen; his mother, Minerva Locke; brother, Marcos Locke and his wife, Sarah; and mother-in-law, Debbie Brumble. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 27 from 1-3 PM followed by a service at 3PM at Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Rd., Williamsburg. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517 Topeka, KS 66675.