09/22/2025

Obituary for Charles "Chuck" J. Lokar

Retired Funeral Director of Jenkins Funeral Chapel

Charles (Chuck) John Lokar, passed away peacefully with his family at his side, Wednesday September 17, 2025, at the age of 81, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Chuck was born in 1944 to Martin and Alma Lokar and grew up in Euclid with his brother Ron. Chuck and Ron shared a lifelong love of baseball, playing together from their early days in tee ball through high school teams and later in sharing stories about their adult softball leagues.

Chuck lived a life devoted to serving others. After attending Bowling Green State University and Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science, he proudly served his country as an Army Reservist—a commitment that reflected his deep love of his country. Following his service, he began a long and meaningful career as a funeral director at Jenkins Funeral Chapel. For more than 40 years, his compassion and empathy touched countless lives, allowing him to form genuine and lasting connections with the families he served.

Above all, Chuck’s greatest joy was his family. He married the love of his life, Lynn (Hagerty), on March 28, 1969, and together they recently celebrated 56 wonderful years. They were blessed with four children—Tammy (Kent), Tracy, Tina (Brendan), and Todd (Jackie). Chuck’s heart was fullest when surrounded by his nine grandchildren: Jacob, Audrey, Trevor, Trent, Kylie, Sydney, Braydon, Hannah, and Noah. In retirement, ‘Grandpa’ never missed a chance to cheer them on, attending every event he could. And when he couldn’t be there in person, he always sent a good luck text and made sure they knew just how proud he was of them. He truly was their biggest fan.

Chuck’s love for sports ran deep. A loyal Cleveland Browns season ticket holder for nearly 40 years, he cheered them on through every high and low with unwavering dedication. When he wasn’t in the stands, you could find him on the golf course with friends or sharing lively conversations about the Cavs and Indians over weekly lunches with his best friend, Don. Sports weren’t just a pastime for Chuck—they were a source of joy, camaraderie, and connection.

Chuck and Lynn loved exploring restaurants and flea markets in Florida and more recently loved spending the winters away from the snow. When then weren’t in Florida, they could be found serving the community through organizing, cooking and serving monthly meals at the Westlake United Methodist Church.

Chuck gave his heart and soul to living life to make the world a better place for those he loved and those he served. He will be deeply missed.

Memorial Service to be held Saturday, September 27 at 4pm at Jenkins Funeral Chapel, 2914 Dover Center Road, Westlake, where family and friends will be received from 2 pm until time of service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Berea Animal Rescue.