LOCKLER, Beverly Jane, 77, left us September 2, 2008 following a prolonged illness. Beverly was born the only child of O.J and Marietta M. Riker in East Orange, N.J. She is survived by her husband, Donald M. Lockler; sons, Donald and Mitchell; daughter, Laura; daughter-in-law, Karen Lockler (nee Young) and grandchildren, Alex and Sara Lockler. Beverly attended nursing school at Upsala College, NJ and later became a flight attendant with TWA and Mohawk Airlines. It was during her time with Mohawk that she met her husband of 52 years, Donald, a pilot for the airline. Beverly belonged to the Order of the Eastern Star and served as a past Worthy Matron. She was also a Girl Scout leader for several years (Heritage Council) and a member of Women's Clubs in Matthews County, VA and Brevard County, Florida. In 1985, Beverly and Donald joined the Valiant Air Command, Titusville, Florida. She served as a volunteer in a variety of capacities from helping behind the scenes in the production of the annual Warbird Air shows at Tico Airport, the planning of the VAC museum, and year round at the VAC office. Beverly was a long time supporter of the Humane Society of the United States and enjoyed many pets she adopted over the years. A celebration of "Miss Bev's" life will be held October 11th at 7:00 PM at the Valiant Air Command museum, Tico Airport, Titusville, Florida. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Humane Society or Valiant Air Command.

"ENTRUSTED INTO OUR CARE"

MacDonald Funeral Home

Ron Miller, Jr

Funeral Director