Loretta Jane Locklear
1970 - 2026
Loretta Jane Locklear of Winston-Salem, NC passed away unexpectedly on January 13, 2026. Born on May 16, 1970 She was a loving daughter, mother and grandmother.
Loretta is survived by her 2 children, daughter Jackie Lynn Hester and son Timothy Shane Hester; one grandson Grayson; two brothers; four sisters; biological parents; adopted parents and an abundance of nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.
Loretta was the life of the party and she was always there for a helping hand. She loved music, art, the beach and kids. More than anything she especially loved being a Mimi. She loved hard and took care of the people she cared about. She was short but feisty and always stood up for what she believed in.
Above all, Loretta cherished her time spent with family, especially taking trips to the beach.
The memorial service will be held Friday January 23, 2026 from 5pm – 7pm at Mitchell’s Grove Methodist Church 3511 M.L.K. Jr Dr, High Point, NC 27260
She will be forever loved and greatly missed by anyone who knew her. She was one in a million, her wings were ready but our hearts were not.
“And the dust returns to the earth as it was, and the spirit returns to God who gave it.”
Ecclesiastes 12:7
Our hearts are broken. Loretta was taken from us far too young. I will always remember her smiling, always kind, always loving her family in the biggest way. She will be missed beyond measure and we will carry her in our hearts always!
Aunt Dee
My niece Loretta always made me feel happy. She was always laughing , listening and ready for dropping whatever she had to do so she could enjoy time with friends and family. She had a smile that always lit up the room! Loretta will be missed by all who knew her.
My deepest condolences to the family and your loved ones. You were such a special part of my life growing up, and those memories will stay with me forever! Rest in peace, my friend. You will never be forgotten.