Wellington Locke

Wellington A. Locke, 71, passed away June 6, 2018 with many of his family members at his side. Will served his country in the United States Army overseas in Korea. He was the proud owner of Eddie’s Auto Radiator in Endicott for the past 44 years. He was predeceased by his parents, Albert and Ida Locke, sister and brother-in-law, Louella and Fran Lisi and brother-in-law, James Stevens. Will is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Linda, his beloved children, daughter, Tammy (Wes) Smith and son, David Locke. He leaves behind his sister, Shirley Stevens, sisters-in-law, Leeann (Roger) Crompton and Norma Warne, brother-in-law, Timothy Holt, many nieces and nephews and his two faithful basset hounds, Samuel II and Lacey. Will loved racing at Five Mile Point Speedway when he was younger and enjoyed watching both his children racing RC cars, go carts and modifieds. He was the exclusive radiator repair shop for the auto museum in Norwich and loved hearing the stories about how they aquired some of the cars. He was also the person that the classic and antique car owners came to for many years. Funeral services will be held 12:00 pm, Saturday, June 9, 2018 at the DeMunn Funeral Home, 36 Conklin Avenue, Binghamton with the Reverend Dr. Steve Chastain officiating. Interment will follow services at Chenango Valley Cemetery. Family will receive friends at the funeral home 4:00 until 7:00 pm, Friday, June 8, 2018. Memorial contributions in Will’s name may be made to the Broome County Veteran’s Association. To forward condolences please visit www.demunn.com.