Maxton, NC – Robeson County mourns the homicide of 65-year-old Ernie Locklear, found unresponsive on a farm tractor in the 2700 block of Morrison Road, Maxton, Wednesday. Deputies rushed him to a Scotland County hospital; he succumbed to injuries. NC Medical Examiner ruled homicide; Sheriff Burnis Wilkins calls it “deeply disturbing and senseless.” Investigation active—tips to RCSO.
This obituary 2026 honors Ernie’s steady life, with funeral arrangements for Lumbee community/family.
Senseless Violence: Farm Work Turns Fatal
Routine tractor duty shattered; autopsy confirms homicide. RCSO seeks info for justice.
Ernie Locklear: Maxton’s Quiet Anchor
Ernie, 65, was community bedrock—dedicated farmer, familiar presence. Robeson remembers his peace amid tragedy.
Community Calls for Justice
Tributes urge tips; unity in grief for Maxton.
Funeral Arrangements & Celebration of Life
Family welcomes all.
Visitation
- Date & Time: Friday, [Date], 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Location: Fisher Funeral Home, 313 E Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Maxton, NC 28364
Funeral Service
- Date & Time: Saturday, [Date], 2:00 PM
- Location: New Hope Baptist Church, 2700 Morrison Rd, Maxton, NC 28364 (Near site)
- Service with gospel, tractor tribute, eulogies.
Burial Details
- Post-Service
- Location: Maxton Cemetery, 1000 N Patterson St, Maxton, NC 28364
- Graveside with farm tools, prayers.
Reception & Celebration of Life
- Date & Time: Saturday, [Date], 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM
- Location: Maxton Community Building, 104 W Central Ave, Maxton, NC 28364
- Meal with collards, stories. Donations to Robeson Co. Farm Safety/Justice Fund.
Justice & Peace: R.I.P. Ernie
Ernie Locklear killed senselessly—his legacy farms eternal. Arrangements seek closure.
The family retains sole rights to release obituary, memorial, funeral, and visitation details; we respect their wishes fully. Pending investigation, details may not be accurate—article updates possible. General info only; no guarantees.
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