William "Bill" Lockley

William “Bill” Lockley, known to most as Albert, passed away peacefully at home in Morton, Pennsylvania, on January 30, 2026, just one day after celebrating his 97th birthday. Born on January 29, 1929, in Springfield, Pennsylvania, he was the beloved only child of the late Virginia “Jenny” Lockley. Albert’s early years were shaped by the strength and devotion of his mother and four aunts, who raised him on a farm in Springfield. Their love, guidance, and resilience became the foundation of the man he would grow to be — hardworking, loyal, humble, and deeply committed to family and community. A proud graduate of Media High School’s Class of 1948, Albert shined as a star football player, earning the admiration of classmates and coaches alike. In 1951, his life changed in two profound ways: he was drafted into the United States Army to serve in the Korean War, and he married the love of his life, Geraldine (Jane) Lockley, who remained by his side for 66 years until her passing in 2017. After returning home from military service, Albert built a long and varied career. He worked more than 40 years with ARCO (later Sunoco), and he served the Morton community with pride as a magistrate, constable, and justice of the peace throughout the 1960s and 1970s. His dedication to learning never faded — he took night classes at Penn State and Bartram Night School, always striving to better himself and provide for his family. Albert was a man of many passions. He owned the Morton Tavern during his years as a small‑business entrepreneur, invested in real estate throughout Morton and Collingdale, and from 1994 to 2004, he fulfilled a lifelong dream by owning several racehorses. His love for animals was well known, and he cared for them with the same tenderness he showed the people in his life. A former member of the First Baptist Church of Morton, Albert served faithfully as president of the Trustee Board. Even after retirement, he continued giving back to the town he loved by serving on the Morton Borough Council. Albert was preceded in death by his wife, Geraldine (Jane), and his son Myron (Angie) Lockley (1988). He leaves behind a family who adored him: his children Albert Lockley (Sharon), Jerome Lockley (Felicia), Ramona Lockley and daughter-in-law Lisa Lockley; 13 grandchildren; and 13 great‑grandchildren. His legacy lives on in their hearts, in the community he helped shape, and in the countless lives touched by his kindness, humor, and unwavering work ethic.

William "Bill" Lockley

January 29, 1929 - January 30, 2026