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Mary Anita Marchese Lockerman

Mary Anita Marchese Lockerman, age 78, of Ardentown, DE., passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 23, 2023 at her home with her beloved husband Robert (Bob) Lockerman and her sister Lucille Marchese by her side.

Mary was born in Norristown, PA., daughter of the late Joseph C. and Leah Calabrese Marchese. She graduated from the Bishop Kendrick High School and from the Pierce Business School. She and her husband Bob were owner/operators of retail gift shoppes. They celebrated 50 years of marriage in June of 2022.

Mary was a sweet and gentle soul, she always enjoyed spending time in her gardens, at their pond feeding the koi fish and years ago, working at their gift shop.

In addition to her parents, Mary is predeceased by her only daughter, Ashley Brie Lockerman and by her brother Joseph David Marchese. She is survived by her husband, Robert (Bob) Lockerman, her siblings; Joseann Marchese of Florida, Michael Marchese, Lucille Marchese and Audrey Marchese, all of Pennsylvania, her brother-in-law, Ronald Lockerman (Andrea) of Delaware, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, April 14, 2023 at 3:00 PM at the Chandler Funeral Home, 2506 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803. A Visitation will be held prior at the funeral home from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. The interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Arden Community Recreation Association, 2119 The Highway, Arden, DE 19810.

 

 

Funeral Services

A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, April 14, 2023 at 3:00 PM at the Chandler Funeral Home, 2506 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803. A Visitation will be held prior at the funeral home from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. The interment will be private.

Condolences

    Annie Monaghan lit a candle and writes,
    Dear Bobbie, I am so sorry to hear of sweet Mary's passing. She truly was a kind and gentle soul. You and she are in my thoughts and prayers.
    04/11/2023 08:31 am
    Barbara writes,
    I remember Mary as a kind woman with a little chuckle. I helped with one of the many craft shows where they would have dried. Flowers and beautiful wreaths for sale. Lucille was their backup and helper. We went to the movies with Mary a couple of times. Mary will be missed
    04/12/2023 10:14 pm
    Patti Kelly writes,
    Sending many thoughts and prayers to the whole family on the loss of your beloved Mary. Patti
    04/14/2023 11:23 am
    Barbara Aiello Lunsford lit a candle and writes,
    Dearest Bob, My mom and I just found out today about Mary’s passing. I am so so sorry to hear this and so sad that we missed her service. Mary was such a gentle, sweet person. She just had this calmness about her. I do wish I knew she was sick. Mom and I were just talking about her last week, and had no idea. I pray for Mary and I pray for you too as you navigate through your grief. You were married for many years. It can’t be easy. May she RIP. Take care. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. Barbara
    08/19/2023 07:04 pm

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