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Paul Oliver Lawrence Jr.
Paul was born April 22, 1966 in New Orleans, Louisiana to Paul Oliver Lawrence Sr. and Barbara (Knockum) Lawrence.
Raised in Hawaii, Paul first came to the Northwest to play college basketball as a shooting guard for the Seattle University Redhawks and continued to be a presence on local courts and playgrounds. He graduated from the university in 1989 with a degree in Public Administration.
Based in Everett, Lawrence joined Maximum Sports Management in 2001 and was the main contact for many of Maximum's NFL clients. He was well-known in the business for his integrity and ability to create excellent relationships with players and management alike.
Before coming to Maximum Sports Management, he worked in sportswear design and manufacturing and sports marketing.
Paul is survived by his dear family; wife, Holli (Grover); daughters, Ashlee and Dominique; son, Trey; mother, Barbara; brother, Tyrone (Rachel); nephew, Tyrone Jr.; niece, Tiffany; sisters-in-law, Heather Grover and nephew, Tyler, Heidi Llerenas (Miguel) and neices, Sarah and Daisy, Hayley McClellan (Jeff) and nieces, Janelle Farnsworth and Lindsey; nephews, Cody Farnsworth and Luke; and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Milt and Susie Grover.
His father, Paul Oliver Lawrence Sr., preceded him in death.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, February 24, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, 329 Avenue A, Snohomish.
Viewing will be Wednesday, February 23, 2011 from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Bauer Funeral Chapel, 701 First Street, Snohomish.
In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the Paul O. Lawrence Children's Memorial Fund. Donations may be made at any Chase Bank branch.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Paul Lawrence
March 10, 2011
Dear Holli and family, just heard the news of Paul's passing. I am so sorry for your sudden loss, I have many great memories of his generosity,integrety, and his beautiful huge smile. Let us know if there is anything we can do, you will all be in our thoughts and prayers. Pam Latham
March 2, 2011
Missing you like crazy! Gone too soon! We'll be there for your family! Our prayers and support will never cease!
The Eskridge Family!
Donella Rodriguez
February 28, 2011
To the Lawrence Family,
May God keep you and comfort you in this time of sorrow.
Jacob Smith
February 28, 2011
My heart dropped when I heard the news
Paul was a great inspiration to me on and iff the basketball court youre truly missed by many
Jacob Smith
February 28, 2011
Paul youve been a good inspiration in my life and you will be deeply missed I still cant believe youre gone brother in christ I MISS YOU MAN
February 27, 2011
NEPHEW YOU JUST SLIPPED AWAY FROM ME NO WARNING NO SIGN ALL THATS LEFT IS PRESIOUS MEMORIES OF YOUR SMILE,KINDNESS,AND LOVE.Aunt Gail and UNC.WALTER.
Heidi Anderson
February 26, 2011
Paul, you will be missed! My heart and prayers goes out to Tyrone and the Lawrence family!
Christine
February 25, 2011
Aloha a hui hou.....
February 25, 2011
I've made rservation for Heaven see you soon...A comma not a period....your leagcy lives on and on...Love never ends cousin Sarrah "Lorraine Marie Waters"
David Groll
February 25, 2011
Paul - You will be missed and I think back to days we first met and roomed together and glad that I have some memories to remember. You're in good hands & one day we'll meet again. God Bless!
Ryan and Colleen Gausman
February 25, 2011
Holli,
Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. We will always remember Paul's smiling face and ever-present cellphone.
Traci Hastings
February 25, 2011
Life is so short and we never know what will happen from one minute to the next. Holli and family-i will keep you in my prayers and know that the Lord will comfort you in this trying time.
February 24, 2011
We were blessed to have met Paul and his family just this year. Our son's played football together. We feel so blessed to have met you all and to call you our "Football Family!" Holli, Trey and Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. We are so sorry for your loss.
Kim and Clay Dodrill
Geron #30
February 24, 2011
What an amazing man who touched so many hearts. Though heaven is a more joyous place with Paul there, we grieve for his family who will feel incomplete without him. Holli, Ashlee, Dominique,Trey and family...praying for God's endless comfort and peace for you all.
~Knaub family
Ahmbur Blue
February 24, 2011
Paul, It's been awhile since I've seen you and Tyrone. Thank you for always being so kind.
I pray that your family be comforted during this time.
Errol Johnson
February 24, 2011
I'm in shock. I learned of this tragedy when opening the newspaper. It's an eye opener that each day can be anyone's last. Paul, may God bless you. To Holli and family, my prayers are with you at this time of sadness.
Holli, Dominique, Paul, Kent, Ashlee, Kwanza (Front)
Kent Knockum
February 24, 2011
Holli, Ashlee, Dominique, and Trey, our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. Paul was an extraordinary man. He will be missed, but never forgotten.
Me and Paul
Kent & Kellie Knockum
February 24, 2011
My Big Cousin Paul!
You will be truly missed. I always looked up to you and admired you for who were. I will never forget the summer we spent in New Orleans together. You were a Great inspiration and Role model. I Love you and you will never be forgotten.
Willard Knockum
February 24, 2011
May God be with you,my nephew.Im gonna miss you .So grateful to have the memories of you in my Heart will cherish them forever. You were a good soldier. will always love and miss you. Your Uncle Buddy
Rev. Paul A. Stoot,Sr. , GTCLA
February 24, 2011
As I drove to Portland, sat in the Rose Garden, watched your dear friend and family Coach Nate and Michelle McMillan, tears began to drop from my eyes because all I could think about was the word "Thanksgiving", and the words "thanks" and "thankfulness". I was reminded of the verse in Revelations, "And the twenty-four elders who sit on their thrones before God fell on their faces and worshiped God, saying, “We give thanks to you, Lord God Almighty, who is and who was, for you have taken your great power and begun to reign. (Revelation 11:16-17)
and the 1970's song by Andrae Crouch that just keeps going round-and-round in my head. His song "My Tribute to you Paul" was one of my all-time favorites growing up. I use to listen to that album (yes, the old vinyl LP,), over and over again! I could think of no better way to express my pain and the heart of The Greater Trinity Christian Learning Academy's of "thankfulness" at this time of Great loss to our community from the words by Andrae's song the words say:
How can I say thanks
For the things You have done for me,
Things so undeserved,
Yet You gave to prove Your love for me.
The voices of a million angels
Could not express my gratitude.
All that I am and ever hope to be,
I owe a great deal to Thee.
To God be the glory,
To God be the glory,
To God be the glory,
For the things He has done.
With His blood He has saved me,
With His power He has raised me,
To God be the glory,
For the things He has done.
Through you Paul O Lawerence, Jr.
Your last words in our board meeting reception was "All I wish to do is be apart of somemething Great"! Well Paul you've got your wish, enjoy "Heaven"...
Holly
February 23, 2011
I knew Paul when I was in the mortgage business. He was always fun to talk to and was always so positive. I am so sorry for your loss
JoEll&Chuck Hagberg
February 23, 2011
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Dana Cooper
February 23, 2011
Dearest Holli and family,
Paul was a great man. Many men may live to be a hundred and never be half the man Paul was. I am so terribly sadden with the thought he will never barge into my office and give me another one of his bear hugs. May the Lord wrap you in his arms in this time of sorrow and help you find peace.
Love,
Dana
Sheila Holloway
February 23, 2011
Holli-
My heart goes out to you and the kids...you are in our family's prayers constantly. We are here for you.
Bartz Family
February 23, 2011
Paul gave so much to his family and the community, one can hear God saying, "Well done, my faithful servant!" We are sharing your memories of Paul and keeping you in our prayers.
john pope
February 23, 2011
Paul, I miss you so much my brother. I know that you are in a good place,and that you are watching down upon us. I love you and will see you again some day. Hold the courts down up there.
Monique Delgado
February 23, 2011
Paul thankyou for the blessing of knowing you and the memories I cherish of you. May heaven and the angels now see your smile and laugh with you. May God's presence embrace your family. You live on in my thoughts of you and I will see you again one day my friend.
Mike Miyashiro
February 23, 2011
I will miss you Paul! I was so glad to be back in touch with you last year. We always had good fun teasing each other. What an honor it has been to be friends with you!
Ken & Tawna Cradduck
February 22, 2011
Holli, Ashlee, Dominique, and Trey,
Our hearts ache for you. All of our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.
Jamieson family
February 22, 2011
Holli, Ashlee, Dominque,& Trey,
Some say that grief never really ends. It only changes and turns directions with time. For those who wait in mourning, the morning may never come as it did once upon a time. But it does come.
We were so sadden to hear of the loss of Paul. May our Lord wrap His arms around you all in this time of grief.
Steve Lewis
February 22, 2011
Paul we will miss you at the gym in Tukwila. You never played defense but you made many deep 3's on me! My heart is saddened. May God continue to bless and lead your family.
Love, Steve Lewis( Tukwila 40+ gym)
Nicole Smith
February 22, 2011
Dear Holli and family, I am so sorry for your loss. We are praying for Gods peace and comfort during this time. Please let us know if we can do anything at all for you!!
Love, Nicole
The Skeith Family
February 22, 2011
Holli, Ashlee, Dominique and Trey. You are all in our prayers. May the Lord comfort you in a way that only He can do. Please know how loved you are. Love you much.
Sean Moore
February 22, 2011
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family. Paul, you will be deeply missed my brother.
Louis & Paula Fliger
February 22, 2011
God of hope,
we come to you in shock and grief and confusion of heart.
Help us to find peace in the knowledge
of your loving mercy to all your children,
and give us light to guide us out of our darkness
into the assurance of your love,
in Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
Holli, Our hearts ache for your loss. Paul was a wonderful friend to our family, he has left us with countless fond memories. We love you and are here for you, Ashlee, Dominique & Trey.
Jon & Holly
February 22, 2011
Paul you were a great friend. You will be greatly missed. Holly our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
David Barton
February 22, 2011
My God, We are all stunned and shocked to hear about our brother and friend. We all loved him so much, his kindness and support of our youth basketball team (Seattle Dunkkings) was exceptional. Our deepest heartfelt love and prayers to you Holli and your beautiful family. May the God of Peace, Strengthen and Comfort you. Paul, we will miss you and your pretty jump shot. Love always, the Rev.
Robert Moss
February 22, 2011
Haven't seen you in years, but still miss you in my heart. I wish all the best in life for Holli and Paul's beautiful children. God Bless and may you Rest in Peace!!!
Karla Esperas
February 21, 2011
My condolences go out to the family of the late Paul Lawrence Jr. May the Lord comfort your hearts.
Karel Sahlberg
February 21, 2011
Dear Holli, Ashlee, Dominique, and Trey - My prayers are focused heavily on you right now. Hollie I pray for you to have the strength to make it through each day. Let your light continue to shine because you and the girls (I don't know Trey) have been a blessing in my life.
Linda Nishiyori-Carpenter
February 21, 2011
May the Lord watch over your family during this time of sadness and always. My thoughts and prayers to the family. Paul, I know you will be missed greatly....
February 21, 2011
Paul was a good friend , He was a great help to me in thinking through ideas for my radio show and we talked sports, life and our professions on many occasions. I spoke with Paul just a few weeks ago and you truly never know what life brings each day, and when it will end. In this case far too suddenly. I will miss Paul and our friendly banter.....Jeff Aaron
Rasar family
February 21, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time of great sadness.
Carolyn, Allison & Ben Larson
February 21, 2011
Dear Holli and family
We are so sorry for your loss. Paul was a great man with a wonderful smile always. You and the children are in our prayers.
Susan Juel
February 21, 2011
Holli- I am so sorry to hear about Paul. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your kids.
jackie mills-schott
February 21, 2011
Dear Holli and all the Grover Family..My heart aches for you. I am so sorry for your loss. I love you always.
Michelle Ransom
February 21, 2011
Oh Paul, you were a good, good man. There is a large hole already without you here on this earth. God will protect and keep your family close.
Ruth Shiraishi
February 21, 2011
I will miss Paul so much. It is a shock to see him go ahead of us but I am sure he left with as much energy, love and warmth as he had for all of us while he was here. I remember him as one of the coolest Basketball players at Mililani High and always cheering him on. I will continue to cheer for him in my heart and am sure he is shooting hoops with our creator as we speak. With so much love and sincere condolences from Yokohama to the entire Lawrence family. His loss is missed dearly around the world. Love, Ruthie Jarman and family.
Michel Carvalho
February 21, 2011
A hui hou my friend. Until we meet again.
Gwen
February 21, 2011
Condolences to the Lawrence ohana!
He is missed and loved! Forever in mind and memory!
Dawn DuChesne
February 21, 2011
Dearest Holli and family...
May God wrap his loving arms around you, and give you peace and comfort in this most difficult time...
Christine Kakalecik-Dawson
February 21, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss Holli. I am just heart sick over this:( Paul was a great man, heaven is fortunate to have him now although he will be missed here. Please know that my prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Leilani
February 20, 2011
Paul, You will be missed by many.
Janelle Campbell
February 20, 2011
Your smile and presence will be missed...love and strength is with the Lawrence family now and always.
Loren & Margie Troupe
February 20, 2011
We are neighbors & friends of Holli's grandparents. Our grandaughters Crystal & Tyrsi were classmates with their children.
Heaven Bound! Go with God.
February 20, 2011
Holli,
We juat wanted to let you know how sad we are to hear of Paul's passing. In a world of good men your husband Paul was a great man. We feel honored just to have know him and your wonderful family. You will remain in our prayers
Kean & Jennifer Pearson
Bernard Santiago
February 20, 2011
You were a great friend and I will miss you! You have impacted many lives and have left a great legacy for all who had the privilege of knowing you.
Thank you for always making an effort to visit Missy and I while in Jacksonville. Love You Bruddah Paul! I will make sure we do a toast to you at our 30th! RIP!
shameka chatman
February 20, 2011
Sending our love an condolences from your family in Louisiana
sandy
February 20, 2011
Always in our hearts...Prays going out the Lawrence family!
February 20, 2011
I miss u so much my braddah, I love u always!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Bunni Thomas
February 20, 2011
You will always and forever be a part of my life's portrait. Thank you for the beautiful and memorable brushstrokes. We will definitely miss you and your talent.
Strayhorn
February 20, 2011
Love you like a brotha man, even though you from anotha motha man...You were a bright and shining star in a dark world...You are truly missed...
strayhorn
February 20, 2011
Love ya like a brotha man, even though you from anotha motha, man...
Tyrone Lawrence
February 20, 2011
I love you so much and I miss you! I can't stop Crying Tyrone Lawrence!
February 20, 2011
I love you so much and I miss you! I can't stop Crying Tyrone Lawrence!
d watkins
February 20, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
For Paul
February 18, 2011
You will be missed....by many.
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