Bishop Teresa Snorton Reflects 
on the Loss of Bishop W.E. Lockett
March 3, 2011

The missions team, currently traveling in the 11th Episcopal District, is devastated to hear of the death of our brother and fellow traveler, Bishop W. E. Lockett.

On February 17, 2011, Bishop Lockett traveled with us to South Africa, Zambia, DR Congo and Uganda. He, along with us, had a glorious time in the Lord meeting the people at the annual conferences. On Wednesday, March 2, 2011, Bishop Lockett left the team, as scheduled, to return to the US to prepare for next week's Alabama Spring Convocation. He was visibly tired but wished us well as he left for the airport. On Thursday afternoon, we learned of his untimely death while on his way back home. We are heartbroken, but were witnesses to the joy of his last days.

Our deepest sympathy is extended to Mrs. Lillie Lockett and his family, and to his CME church family. We have lost a great warrior. Pray for them and for us as we continue the mission trip. We are scheduled to be back in the United States on Wednesday, March 9, 2011.


Bishop Teresa E. Snorton
Presiding Prelate of the 11th Episcopal District

Rev. Dewayne GoLightly
General Secretary, Department of Evangelism and Missions

Mr. Clifford Harris
General Secretary, Department of Lay Ministry

Rev. Mary McKinney, Florida Region

Reverends Alfred and Claudia Harrison,
Executive Assistants to the 10th and 11th Episcopal Districts