Lucille Pugliese Locke

Lucille Pugliese Locke, 80, passed away on November 3, 2026. She was born on May 23, 1946, in the Bronx, New York, to the late Robert Pugliese Sr. and Teresa Pugliese. She spent her early years growing up in Miami, Florida, before moving to Orange Springs in 1974, where she made her home for many years. In 2016, she moved to Ocala, Florida, where she resided until her passing.

Lucille dedicated much of her life to caring for others. She worked as a nursing assistant and also volunteered for many years with the Orange Springs Volunteer Fire Department, giving her time to help serve her community. Lucille was Catholic, and her faith remained a part of her life.

Lucille's family was an important part of her life. She is survived by her son, Jack Locke, and his wife, Nancy; her daughter, Dawn Morgan, and her five grandchildren: Josh Locke and his wife, Lindsey; Russell Locke; Samantha Decker and her husband, Christopher; Nina Morgan; and Brianna Locke. 

She was also a proud great-grandmother to eight great-grandchildren: Emersyn, Railey, Jack, Grant, Alleyah, Addison, Reign, and Beau, who will carry on her family's legacy for generations to come.

She is also survived by her three brothers, Bob Pugliese, Ted Pugliese and Vinny Pugliese.

Lucille was preceded in death by her husband of 30 years, Jack Locke Sr.; her son, Wade Locke; her grandson, Corey Morgan; and her parents, Robert Pugliese Sr. and Teresa Pugliese.

Lucille was one of The Silver River Band's biggest fans! With her son, Jack, and grandson, Josh, both members of the band, she rarely missed an opportunity to go out and watch them perform. In fact, she only missed a few shows! She took great pride in supporting their music and loved being there to cheer them on. It was something she truly enjoyed, and those memories will always be treasured by her family.

Lucille will be remembered for being feisty, a description she proudly embraced. She had a big heart and loved deeply. She will also be remembered for the years she spent caring for others, her dedication to her community, and, most of all, the family she was so proud of and adored.

She will be deeply missed by her family and friends and lovingly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her. May she rest in eternal peace, and may her memory live on through the many generations of family who will continue to cherish her.

Countryside Funeral Home has been entrusted with the final arrangements.