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James Lockhart Obituary

Lockhart, James L. 92, Artist, Writer and Conservationist of Lake Forest, died peacefully in his home, February 11, 2005. Husband of the late Marjorie "Toby" Tobias Lockhart (1969), father of Patricia (Richard) Kendler and David (Anne) Lockhart, grandfather of Christopher Kendler, Blair (Sarah), Read and Andrea Lockhart. A Memorial service is being planned and will be announced at a late date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Lockhart Family Learning Center of the Lake Forest Open Lands Assoc., 272 E. Deerpath, Suite 318, Lake Forest, IL, 60045, Field Museum of Natural History, 1400 S. Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL, 60605, or the International Crane Foundation, E-11376 Shady Lane Rd., P.O. Box 447, Baraboo, WI, 53913. Info: Wenban Funeral Home, Lake Forest, 847-234-0022.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Feb. 15 to Feb. 16, 2005.

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Kimberly Hoffman

March 7, 2005

We are sorry to hear of the recent passing of such a wonderful artist. All of us at Archival Imaging truely enjoyed working with Jim and David in making reproductions of Jim's beautiful artwork. It was really a pleasure to know such a great man. Best wishes to his family.

Steven Feinberg

March 6, 2005

Dear David and family,

We offer our deepest sympathy and

our prayers are with you.

Steve and Judy Feinberg

Dick Christoph, Jr.

February 23, 2005

Pat & David:

Jill and I were stunned when we heard of your Dad's passing. Jim's great spirit, generousity and kindness touched our family in many ways. Our deepest sympathy, heavy hearts and prayers go out to you for your loss.

All our love Jill and Chris. Christoph

Guy & Judy Kendler

February 18, 2005

Pat and Dick -

We are so very sorry to hear about your Dad. Our thoughts are with you and your family. May you find comfort in the joy he brought to so many people.

Love,

Guy & Judy

Bob and Susan Smith

February 17, 2005

So very sorry about the passing of your Dad. Our hearts and love are with you during this very difficult time.

Our love to you and your great loving family.

Bob and Susan Smith

Tom/Laura & Family Kendler

February 17, 2005

Dear Dick & Pat,

Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your Dad. One of our most valued treasures is his book, Wild America, that we received when we first moved into our house.



Our thoughts are with you,

Love Tom, Laura, Caitlin & Kyle

Jack/Peggy Kendler

February 17, 2005

Our deepest sympathy.



Love from us both,

Peg & Jack

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