03/21/2023
I invite all who've been part of the Onsite story to join me in a moment of silence following this message. Onsite's heart currently sits at half-mast in honor of our dear friend and colleague Bill Lokey. Bill's kind spirit transitioned to his new home on the morning of 3/17, but his legacy at Onsite and beyond will shine on. Bill committed his life to be of service and was a lighthouse for everyone he encountered. He lit the way to safety and healing for almost everyone who crossed his path.
All people mattered to Bill but none more than his loving wife Laurie and his exceptional family. He was an extraordinary husband, father, and grandfather who often said his most important role was being there for them. His cheesy wit, warm head nod, inviting grin, prankster antics, kind nature, and loving heart will forever be revered. We thank you, Bill Lokey, for your foundational service to the Onsite mission. We reflect, we mourn, we honor, we love, and we carry forward. Forward down humanity's path, embracing stories and healing hearts, just as you encouraged us to do at the end of mine and your final conversation a few days before you signed off. As we move forward, nourishing the souls of those seeking restoration and healing, we pause to thank Bill for helping pave the way by shining his light upon this sacred work so the path to healing can continue to be available for generations to come.
Bill served as the Clinical Director for Onsite for over a decade. As revealed at his celebration of life, Onsite has plans for a future sanctuary for our clinicians, who Bill often referred to as the heartbeat of Onsite, that will lovingly be called Bill's Place.
Please join me in a moment of silence for our friend Bill. We love you all and thank you for continuing to shine the Onsite flame, especially in times like these.
I'll close with a few of Bill's favorite words from The Journey Home guided meditation:
"I'd like to take you on a journey, a journey home, not the home you were raised in, but the home you have longed for, a place of love and peace. A place of acceptance and longing fulfilled."
Welcome, home, Bill!
Celebrating the Miracles,
Miles Adcox
Onsite