Obituary of Stella E. Locker

Stella E. Locker, age 102, a lifelong South Orange resident, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at Daughters of Israel in West Orange, NJ.

Visitation will be held on Friday, December 5th, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at Preston Funeral Home, 153 South Orange Avenue, South Orange. A prayer service will follow at 11:00 AM. Entombment will take place at Hollywood Cemetery in Union.

Mrs. Locker was born on April 27, 1923, in Orange, NJ. She was employed by the Township of South Orange as a dedicated secretary, supporting various departments throughout her career. She was also a past member of the Senior Circle of South Orange and the South Orange Knitting Club. In addition Stella had a modeling career in her younger days and was a talented artist and always loved fashion. 

She is survived by her son, Michael Locker, as well as her nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Jack Locker, sisters Eleanor Farrell, Helen Fischer, brothers Joseph Konkowski, & Charles Konkowski. 

For more information or to send condolences, please visit prestonfuneralhome.net.