Jerry Lockhart

Jerry L. Lockhart, 80, of Granite City, Illinois, passed away peacefully at 10:37 a.m. on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at Eden Village in Glen Carbon. He was born on April 22, 1945, in Granite City, a son of the late Boswell Lorraine Lockhart and Lois Eileen Jacobs.

Jerry retired from the Granite City Post Office after many years of dedicated service as both a carrier and clerk. He was a lifelong member of Hope Lutheran Church in Granite City, where he enjoyed Bible study, helping decorate for special occasions, and spending time with his church family. He was also an accomplished artist with a keen sense of design. Jerry loved painting and drawing and shared his talents by teaching art classes throughout the years.

He enjoyed day trips, thrifting, and antiquing, always drawn to items with historical interest. Many happy days were spent exploring flea markets in search of unique finds. Jerry was known for his bright smile, sharp wit, wickedly funny humor, and his unwavering kindness. He will be forever remembered and deeply missed.

He is survived by his longtime companion, friend, and caregiver, Mary Holten of Granite City; along with extended family, his church family, and many friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his twin brother, Terry Lee Lockhart and a sister, Mary Lou Robeen.

A heartfelt thank-you is extended to his caring family caregivers—Margaret Lawrence, Flo Gwinn, Lisa Scrum, and Samantha Scrum. Special appreciation is also given to Anderson Hospital in Maryville, Eden Village in Glen Carbon, Golden Years Day Care Center in Belleville, and Hospice of Southern Illinois for their kindness and compassionate care.

In celebration of his life, visitation will be held at Hope Lutheran Church, 3715 Wabash Avenue in Granite City, on Friday, December 19, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of funeral service at 12:00 noon with Pastor Alan Beuster officiating. Burial will take place at Buck Road Cemetery in Maryville at a later date. Memorials may be made to Hope Lutheran Church. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.irwinchapel.com.

Obit Provided By:
Irwin Chapel Funeral Home