Donnelly Joseph Lockhart Sr.'s Obituary
Donnelly Joseph Lockhart Sr., known to everyone as “Nonnie”, passed away January
17, 2022. He was born August 9, 1936 to the late Mary Aufdemort Lockhart and Joseph
Michael Lockhart. He was raised in Old Metairie with thirteen siblings, survived by 4. He
worked 41 years for Bellsouth/AT&T. Preceded in death by his wife of almost 60 years,
Jane Kain Lockhart and two sons Darren Evan Lockhart Sr. and Shawn Michael
Lockhart Sr. (Daneen) He leaves behind to cherish his memories his son Donnelly
Joseph Lockhart Jr. (Susan), daughter Alison Lockhart Knight and Bonus son Keith
Poleto. He was so proud of his grandchildren Fallyn Salemi (Justin), Leighanne Rouse
(Kieren), Katie Knight (Keagan), Shawn Michael Lockhart Jr. (Kayleigh), Mistie Amel
(Jake), Colin Knight (Ally), Emily Lockhart, Chloe Grantham (Hudson) and Darren Evan
Lockhart Jr. He was even more proud of his 15 great grandchildren.
He could build anything, fix anything and grow anything. He did all of that with what started as a weekend getaway in Covington in the early 70’s. It would eventually become his forever home. He was a true craftsman, building that home from the slab up. He reluctantly even built furniture which was truly beautiful. He loved being with family and friends enjoying the outdoors. His favorite things were simple. Cold beer, hot boiled seafood and would never turn down a good bourbon, or two…just don’t ever bruise it by adding ice!!
Following a graveside service on Friday February 14th at 11:00 AM in Pinecrest Memorial Gardens, 2280 W. 21st Avenue, Covington, Louisiana 70433, a Celebration of Life will be held at his home sharing memories and some of his favorites. Boiled shrimp, cold beer, laughter and love. He will also be saluted by his Henry “Golden Boy” Rifle. At which he can be heard reciting one of his favorite sayings! “Beautiful, just Beautiful”. We were all so blessed to have him in our lives. Only wish we would have had more time. We love and miss you so much Nonnie!
The family invites you to share thoughts, fondest memories, and condolences online at E. J. Fielding Funeral Home Guest Book at www.ejfieldingfh.com.
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