John Joe Locklin, 77 of Coldwater passed away Wednesday, September 4, 2019 at Promedica Coldwater Regional Hospital.

A funeral service will take place at 1:00 pm on Monday, September 9, 2019 at Dutcher Funeral Home of Coldwater with Pastor Shayne Looper of Lockwood Community Church officiating. Interment will follow at Lester Cemetery. Visitation will be on Sunday, September 8, 2019 at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater from 3:00 – 6:00 pm.

John was born August 27, 1942 to McCager and Pauline (Quimby) Locklin in Algansee Township. He graduated from Quincy High School in 1961 and then began a long working career. John worked at Quality Springs and the State of Michigan for many years as well as being a farmer.

John was a long-time member of Lockwood Community Church. Being a farmer, John was a true believer that John Deere was the only brand of farm equipment. He was a very handy man, building his own home and also maintenance on the farm. John enjoyed being outdoors, especially going fishing. The past few years, he liked watching western movies and historical programs on television. John will be remembered for his gentle, loving, and outgoing personality. He will be missed by many.

John is survived by his children John (Daphyne) Locklin, Jr. of Coldwater and Anne (David St. Aubin) Soderberg of Harrison Township; his siblings Teddy Locklin of Coldwater, Sharon (Johny) Brown of Coldwater, and Patsy (Keith) Thornton of Sturgis; his grandchildren Mercedes and Jessica Locklin; and many nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Donald Locklin.

Memorials may be directed to Lockwood Community Church. www.dutcherfh.com