LEWISTON — Sally G. “Meme” Locke, 60, of New Sharon, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family on Sunday, May 3, 2015.
She was born on Aug. 2, 1954, in Farmington, the youngest child of Willis and Lila (Parlin) Locke. She attended Mt. Blue High School and graduated with the class of 1972. She completed her bachelor’s degree from University of Maine at Farmington and her masters in social work from Smith College in Northampton, Mass.
Her strong will and determination led her to accomplish all of this, while always making her daughter her number one priority.
She enjoyed her “Sillies By Sally” crafts, scrapbooking, volunteering for the American Red Cross and in her local community, ’60s music, particularly the Beatles; traveling and unplanned road trips across the country and reading – she was recently gathering her own ideas for one of Stephen King’s future best sellers.
She never skipped an opportunity to stop at a yard sale or miss a bargain. She greatly enjoyed her time spent at camp on Chain of Ponds. She enjoyed and appreciated all of the little things in life, and always enjoyed gatherings with her dear friends for drinks and laughter.
She truly knew how to enjoy the most of life, and lived her life with no regrets. Her happiest of times were those spent with her family. To her, her family was the world.
She is survived by her beloved daughter Tasha, and husband Bob Adams of New Sharon; granddaughter, Kelsea Adams and fiancé Jennings Pinkham of Farmington; grandson, Cody Adams and partner Danielle Saulnier of Mercer; grandson, Dawson Adams of New Sharon; two sisters, Sandra Harris and husband Eugene of Farmington, and Sharon Botting of Tamworth, N.H.; two brothers: Bruce Locke and wife Terry of Kennebunk, and Barry Locke of New Sharon; and her loving dog, Dolkar.
She was predeceased by her parents; her big “bro” Brian Locke; and her long time, four-legged companion, Dudley Woofington Locke.
Relatives and friends are invited to a memorial visitation on Thursday, May 7, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Wiles Remembrance Center, 137 Farmington Falls Rd., Farmington, ME 04938, with a celebration of life beginning at 6. In lieu of flowers, the family asks folks to bring a story or memory of Sally to share on Thursday and to consider donating blood to the Red Cross. Tributes and condolences may be shared by visiting www.wilesrc.com.
So sorry to see this,I just spoke with Sally a few days ago in the store. RIP Sally.
So sad to hear the loss of my friend Sally. We had lots of laughs working together years ago. She will be missed by many.
Offering our condolences Tasha & Bobby & family. Keeping you all in our thoughts & prayers. May your memories help ease the pain of the loss of your loved one. Matt & Becky
So very sorry for your loss Tasha and Family. She was an amazing woman and such a joy to have known. She had such a remarkable outlook through her illness. She will be missed for sure.
Sally was an amazing woman and my heart breaks for Tasha and her family. RIP Sally xo
Sending condolences, so sorry for your loss.
So sad to hear of Sally’s passing. Such a great spirit, willing to serve and help others and the community as much as she could. We will miss her greatly, more than words can express. Condolences to Tasha and family.
For all of Sally’s family, please accept my deepest sympathy. May your fond memories comfort you in this time of sorrow.
It is because of you my life is beautiful. I love you Meme <3
My deepest sympathy to Sally’s family. We enjoyed hanging out in the falls. Listening to the Beatles, dances at the grange hall. And most recently I’d see her at lawn sales. She will be greatly missed.
A beautiful, courageous person who I was so fortunate to know. Love you Sally. Much love and sympathy to Sally’s supportive and caring family.
To all Sally’s family Prayers and Hugs.
She will be missed by all who knew her.
So sorry to hear about Sally, Prayers to family, RIP Sally!
So sorry to lose such a wonderful lady. She will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with all who loved her.
So sorry Tasha and family to hear this, I worked with her and she was such a sweet person, she will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Until we meet agsin, RIP dear childhood friend…
Extending deepest sympathy to all of Sally’s Family and siblings. Our families all grew up together in the Falls and I have fond memories of summer days spent with Sally @ her house.
So many memories, the road trips, the “hen parties”, camping, just sitting and talking, I will miss you so much my dear friend. My heart goes out to your family, you were everything to them.
You will be greatly missed Sally
Sincere sympathies to Sally’s family. Sandy, Barry and family; thinking of you in the days ahead. So sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family..
Sally will be missed in our Community. Prayers to the family!
My sincere condolances to all those whose lives Sally touched. She had a way of brightening up a room, she will be missed alot. May her loved ones find happy memories of her to light their way now.
So very sorry for your loss thinking of you often