Larry Lawrence Obituary

Larry Paul Lawrence

Larry Paul Lawrence, 66, of Forest, passed away Thursday, May 18, 2023, at home with his family.

He was born Aug. 13, 1956, in Kenton, to Dorothy (VanBuskirk) Thacker and Robert Lawrence. He was a 1975 graduate of Riverdale High School. He married Betty Edgington on Aug. 16, 1975, and they shared 34 years together. Betty preceded him in death March 23, 2009. Larry was lovingly devoted to Betty until the end of his life.

Larry is survived by his daughter, Jennifer Lawrence; son, Michael (Cristina) Lawrence; grandchildren, Vinnie, Joey, Jacob, Katie, Elliot, and Lucas; sisters, Carol (Duane) Gibson, Bobbie (Roger) Brauneller, Beverly (Dennis) Huffman, and Kristi (Bruce) Borges; brothers, Shaun (Kristie) Thacker, Dennis (Jill) Thacker, Rodney Thacker, and Kris (Tracey) Thacker; stepmother, Sherry Lawrence; and a large extended family of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

He was also preceded in death by his parents; and stepfather, Norman Thacker.

Larry worked in the plumbing trade and was employed for many years by Hempy Water in Forest and M&R Plumbing and Heating in Bluffton. Larry was gifted mechanically, a hard worker, and enjoyed solving problems. He was well-known for lending a hand to many family members and friends. He had a quick wit and enjoyed sharing a joke and bringing smiles when they were needed. He enjoyed driving and working on his 1971 Chevrolet truck. What Larry loved most was to spend time and talk to his children and grandchildren. He loved his family and his family loved him.

The family would like to extend thanks to Dr. Hucek and the staff of Promedica Hospice for providing excellent coordination and care at the end of Larry's time with us, especially to Case Manager Joe Gamble RN, Michelle Adams LPN, Margaret Hughes PCMP, and Michelle Kuba PCM.

Family and friends will be notified of memorial arrangements at a later date.

Memorials may be made to the family or Promedica Hospice of Marion.