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Kenneth E. Lockhart

February 22, 1951 - September 10, 2016

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Obituary For Kenneth E. Lockhart

February 22, 1951 - September 10, 2016

Lockhart, Kenneth E. Age 65, on Saturday, September 10, 2016, of Brentwood.

Ken dedicated his life to public service. Never putting himself first, Ken is a former Mayor of Brentwood and prior to that, he served Brentwood as a member of council. He was a lifetime member of Brentwood Volunteer Fire Company, service since 1974, and one of the founding members of Brentwood EMS. Ken spearheaded the "Brentwood Cares" Organization; an organization that was responsible for sending care packages to military members serving overseas. He had the utmost respect for our nation's military veterans, loved the American Flag, and enjoyed collecting anything to do with bald eagles. In 2005, Ken was honored by the Brentwood VFW Post 1810 as the " Man of the Year". In 2006, he was recognized for his lifetime of service, by former Lt. Governor Catherine Baker Noll, in saying; from nurse to firefighter to EMT, to elected official, examples of your commitment to service seem to know no bounds. Your sacrifice is generous: helping children, the elderly, military personnel and ordinary citizens. You undoubtedly exemplify the words of George Bernard Shaw who said; "I am of the opinion that my life belongs to the community and as long as I live, it is my privilege to do for it whatever I can". As the Man of the Year, every year, to his family; he enjoyed over 43 years of marriage and countless memories as the husband and "rock" to Susan (Morrell) Lockhart. In his spare time, Ken enjoyed fishing, golfing and being "pup-pup". In addition to his wife, Ken is survived by two sons; Ken (Dawn) Lockhart, Jr., of Lancaster, and Kevin (Debbie) Lockhart, of Brentwood, a daughter; Kelly (Matt) Wichelmann, of Brentwood, a brother; Bill (Janet) Lockhart, of Florida, a sister; Cyndie (Ed) Hart, of Pittsburgh, and ten grandchildren; Andrew, Abigail, Grant, Jessica, Tiffany, Austin, Spencer, Jake, Marissa, and Aubrey. Ken was predeceased in death by his parents William and Margaret Lockhart. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, on Wednesday from 2 pm until time of prayer service at 7:30 pm.. Interment will be private. If desired, family suggests contributions to Brentwood VFD, 3433 Brownsville Rd., Pgh., PA, 15227 or Brentwood EMS, 3624 Brownsville Rd., Pgh., PA 15227.

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  • December 11, 2019

    Words cannot express how sorry I am in hearing this. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Lockhart family. Love to all. Lisa Moles and family

  • December 11, 2019

    Ken....So sorry about your Dad.Everytime I met him he had a smile on his face and good things to say about others.One of the good guys.

  • December 11, 2019

    Susan, Please accept and express my sympathy to you and your family. Ken gave me an opportunity to work with him when I needed the money. He was a good man and I was sadden to hear of his passing. With Deepest Sympathy, George Vano

  • December 11, 2019

    Mr. Lockhart will be greatly missed and never forgotten. It was a pleasure to be his neighbor. A very kind and friendly man.

  • December 11, 2019

    Ken, Thinking of you. I'm very sorry for your loss. That was a real nice obituary - He was a great person who did a lot of good in his lifetime. God bless you and your family. -Carl

  • December 11, 2019

    Sue, I am so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. My prayers are with you and your family.

  • December 11, 2019

    Dear Sue and Family, We are so very shocked, and sorry for your loss. Ken was truly a gift to all of us and we appreciate your sharing him with us. Ken showed the finest example of community commitment and support, and was always the first to lend a hand...whatever the occasion. Please accept our deepest sympathy, and know that our prayers are with you during these dark, trying days.

  • December 11, 2019

    My deepest condolences to the family! Ken's sudden passing is a huge loss to many.

  • December 11, 2019

    We will forever miss you. You were the BEST in everything you did. Love you Ken

  • December 11, 2019

    Sue and family, so very sorry to hear of your loss. Ken was a special man, neighbor and friend. He will be missed by many.

  • December 11, 2019

    I'm sorry to hear this. He was a very good man. Growing up couple doors away he always took care of us kids. Love for the family. God bless and semper Fi

  • December 11, 2019

    Mrs Lockhart and family, I am soooo very sorry for your loss. Prayers and love your way. Mr Lockhart will be missed by many.he is a Wonderful man.

  • December 11, 2019

    My condolences to the Lockhart family in your time of grief. I went to school with Ken jr. Im so sorry Kenny, I wish I could come up for the funeral but I'm in WV and have no way to get there. My thoughts and prayers are with you, my friend, on this sad day.

  • December 11, 2019

    My condolences to the Lockhart family on the loss of a member so deeply appreciated and respected by his family and the community he so selflessly served.

  • December 11, 2019

    Peace to Ken's loved ones--he brought smiles and caring to this world and will be fondly remembered.

  • December 11, 2019

    To the entire Lockhart Family, We extend our deepest sympathies to all of you.. May God rest his soul and grant you all comfort. So very sorry. Sincerely, Mark and Joy Lang

  • December 11, 2019

    Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all. Ken was one of a kind and one hell of a man. If you need anything just let us know.

  • December 11, 2019

    My deepest condolences to this wonderful family I knew for many years. Mr. Lockhart was a very respected man in Brentwood and served his community selflessly and respectfully.

  • December 11, 2019

    I was really shocked to hear about "Bro". The few times I met him (at Janet and Bill's pool parties) he was so friendly and great to be around. He certainly was a civic leader. Amazing man who will be missed by his family and the community. May God bless you during this awful time and after, Barbara Haus

  • December 11, 2019

    Sue & family, We are shocked & terribly saddened by this news! We are away & we send our sincere sympathy. We will never forget the wonderful bowling week ends we all spent together. Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this time. Love, Linda & Chuck Winter

  • December 11, 2019

    My heart goes out the the Lockhart family. Ken was such a great guy. He will be truly missed.

  • December 11, 2019

    Sue. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  • December 11, 2019

    So sorry to hear of your loss. Your dad was a wonderful person even though I would never tell him that. LOL. He will surely be missed. Our prayers are with you and your family. Karen Clark, Justin Haws, Pam Bowman.

  • December 11, 2019

    We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Ken. He will be missed by his friends and coworkers. We are very sorry for your loss.

  • December 11, 2019

    Sue & family We are so sorry for your loss! Only found out last night (9/14) too late to pay our respects. Please know we are sharing your sorrow, sending you love and wishing you peace. . .Ken was a wonderful guy!!

  • December 11, 2019

    The Lockharts, I'm very sorry to hear of Kens passing. What a wonderful neighbor /friend /mayor Ken was. He always was a great person to see outside. Then stand and talk about last nights game and weather for a half hour or so. Ken will always have a postitive place in the history of Brentwood and the world and my heart. You will be missed Mr. Lockhart, you're a great man.

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