Search by Name

Search by Name

Guy Lawrence Obituary

Guy William Lawrence, 85, a long time resident of Roanoke, Va., died on Wednesday, August 26, 2009, in Denton, Texas. Guy enjoyed water sports, fishing, playing cards, bird watching and traveling with his family and friends. He was a World War II veteran of the United States Army ninth division and saw combat in France and Germany. He loved attending the yearly reunions of the ninth division. He and his wife of 67 years, Doris Layman Lawrence, were lifetime members of Mount Pleasant United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife, Doris L. Lawrence, of Denton, Texas; daughters, Shirley L. Holland, of Frisco, Texas, and Betty L. Johnson, of Jacksonville, Fla.; three grandchildren, Larry J. Kent Jr., of Jacksonville, Fla., Kristina H. Sides, of Frisco, Texas, and Keri J. Goede, currently in Argentina; and four great-grandchildren, Jesse I. Kent, of Jacksonville, Fla., Kaitlin R.H. Sides, of Frisco, Texas, and Brandon and Blake Goede, currently in Argentina. A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. on Tuesday, September 1, 2009, at Mount Pleasant United Methodist Church with the Rev. Elizabeth Mortlock officiating. The interment will be held 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday morning at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in honor of Guy to the American Heart Association, 540-989-2810 or the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11579, Alexandria, Va. 22312. The family will receive friends between 2 and 4 p.m. on Monday, August 31, 2009, at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Roanoke Times from Aug. 27 to Sep. 1, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Guy Lawrence

Not sure what to say?





Bill Wirt

September 28, 2009

To Joe, Shirley, Kris, Betty, JJ, Buddy and Kerri:
While I may not have been there physically, I sure was there in spirit. God Bless...

Joan Pask

September 1, 2009

September 1, 2009
Dear Doris, Shirley, and family,
My heart is with you at this sad time. I did not know Guy, but have heard much of his kindness and devotion to his family. I am a friend of Shirley's and hope that pleasant memories of the past will be of comfort in your grief.

Joan Pask and family, Dallas, Texas

Leroy and Ann Stanley Dooley

August 30, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Sue and Dick Sloos

August 30, 2009

Dear Shirley and Joe -
Our hearts go out to you during this sad time of your Father's death. Please pass our sympathy on to your Mother, your sister, Kristina and Brian.
Love, Dick and Sue

Crystal Whitten

August 30, 2009

Dear Doris, Shirley, Betty and Family, I send my prayers to your family.May God give you comfort and peace during this difficult time. I did not know Guy, but I'm a native of Roanoke, Va. and live in Denton,Texas too.Please contact me if there is anything I can do at all.
God Bless,
Crystal Jones Whitten

Kirk and Judy Gibson

August 28, 2009

Dear Doris, Shirley, Betty and Family,
I am saddened to hear about Guy's passing. Earth's loss is Heaven's gain, though. I'm sure Daddy and Guy are catching up on old times. You are all in our prayers and thoughts. May God give you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Love,
Kirk and Judy Gibson

Joe & Jeannene Bates

August 27, 2009

Dear Doris,

My heart is heavily saddened to hear of Guy's passing & I know you will miss him terribly. As we all know, he is in a better place now, no longer suffering or in pain. I can see him & Daddy chatting away, can't you? I'm sure they had a lot of catching up to do.

Please know you are in my thoughts & prayers. Wish I could be there to give you a big hug & kiss!

We love you, Jeannene & Joe

Showing 1 - 7 of 7 results

Make a Donation
in Guy Lawrence's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

Memorial Events
for Guy Lawrence

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Guy's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Guy Lawrence's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more