Eugene Lockett 1953-2020

Mr. Lockett, affectionately known “Papa Gene” and “Pastor Gene” in the neighborhood, was born April 14, 1953, in Youngstown, a son of Eugene Sr. and Mary F. Clinkscale Lockett. He was a 1972 graduate of South High School.

An entrepreneur, Eugene was owner / operator of three Fat Boys BBQ restaurants — two in Youngstown and one in Akron.

As a teenager, he was a participant in Katherine Kuhlman’s choir.

A member of The Cathedral of Hope, Eugene served on the trustees board, hospitality ministry and was a member of the Men of Standard. He also sang with the Sons of Joy singing group and was a member of the African Drumline.

His passion was cooking and a great cook was he.

He leaves to cherish his beloved memory, his wife, the former Lawanna Walker, whom he married Oct. 10, 2010; three children, Lamar Walker of Youngstown, Neicy Campbell of Atlanta, Ga., and Monico Green of Akron; a brother, Arnold Lockett of Campbell; a sister, Valarie Lockett-Jefferson of Atlanta, Ga.; an uncle and aunt, Edward and Lottie Lockett of Youngstown; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Services will be 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 24, 2020, at The Cathedral of Hope, Youngstown. Visitation will be 10 to 11 a.m. Friday at the church.

Arrangements entrusted to the L. E. Black, Phillips & Holden Funeral Home.

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