Juanita M. (Brown) Lockwood

Juanita Lockwood, age 92, passed away on November 11, 2024, in Coon Rapids.

Born on December 2, 1931, Juanita graduated from Elk River High School in 1949. She was a loving wife to her late husband Kenneth Lockwood and a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Juanita was known for her nurturing spirit and enjoyed spending time with her family. She was an avid gardener, skilled at knitting, and a regular at bingo nights. Her presence was a staple at family events, and she never missed her children's and grandchildren's sporting events. Juanita also looked forward to her annual trips to the State Fair, a tradition cherished by everyone who knew her.

She is survived by her daughter, Billie (Steve), and sons, Shawn (Darcie), Shane (Carolyn), and Jon (Kayla). Juanita was a proud grandmother to Reed, Shanna, Andi, Kendra, Kiara, Jax, and Kenniti, and a great-grandmother to Mayhauna, Loren, Grace, and TJ.

She was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth, her parents Alfred and Daisy Brown, and her infant daughter.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Elk River American Legion on Thursday, November 21st from 1-5 pm.

Juanita's life was marked by her dedication to her family and her joyous participation in community activities, leaving a legacy of love and cherished memories.

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