A former Saint John mayor and well-known broadcaster has died.
Arthur “Bob” Lockhart passed away on Sunday, according to his obituary.
“Bob, who spent his last years in Fredericton, was not only known for his upbeat nature but also for his wealth of knowledge on numerous subjects of which he was never shy to share,” said his obituary.
“He could often be seen at a variety of military-related events, including Remembrance Day and Highland Games.”
Born in 1931, Lockhart launched the popular radio call-in show Talk of the Town on CFBC in the 1960s.
According to his obituary, he was also a founding partner in the Fundy Cable Group of New Brunswick.
Lockhart spent two years as a city councillor in Saint John and as mayor from 1971 to 1974, and from 1980 to 1983.
He served in the Canadian Armed Forces and retired honourably with the rank of lieutenant-colonel.
In the 1990s, Lockhart went on to earn a bachelor of arts, the UNB Certificate of University Teachers, and a master of arts at the respective age of 59 and 62.
Lockhart served two terms as a member of the UNB Board of Governors and was a member of the UNB Research Ethics Board.
“He will be deeply missed by his family and friends, who loved and respected him without hesitation,” said his obituary.
Visitation will take place at McAdam’s Funeral Home in Fredericton on Friday afternoon.
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