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Gerry Lawrence Obituary

Gerry Paul Lawrence, 63, passed away at home on Sunday, July 22, 2007 in Hemet, CA. He resided in Palm Springs from 1962-1999, then retiring to Hemet. He was born on September 28, 1943 to Vardi & La Villa Lawrence. He was a sheet metal journeyman for 29 years, and of course had a lifelong passion for tools. Once retired in Hemet he stayed busy at odd jobs and as a volunteer to the Hemet police department. He is survived by his wife, Judy in Hemet; two sons, Paul Lawrence of Cathedral City and Jeff Lawrence of Redlands; two daughters, Kim Lawrence of La Quinta and Kristi Mennell of Val Vista; 6 grandchildren, 3 boys & 3 girls; and his brother, Terry Lawrence of Phoenix, Az. Services were held on Wednesday, July 25, 2007 in Hemet. Donations may be given in his name to Cornerstone Hospice or The American Diabetes Association. He is loved and will be missed, we will never forget his great smile. We all love you husband, dad, grandpa, and brother, you will always be in our hearts.

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Published by The Desert Sun on Aug. 3, 2007.

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Barbara Gast

September 1, 2007

Hi Judy, Kristi, and Jeff,
My daughter, Toni, informed me this a.m. of Gerry's passing. Our condolences. I was out of state when the obit. was in the paper. I am saddened to learn of his passing. Please know your friends have you in our thoughts and prayers. Judy, we miss seeing you!

Citizens On Patrol BJ Johnson

August 13, 2007

We are saddened to hear of Gerry's passing. Notification has been posted in the C.O.P. office so that all of his friends at the Palm Springs Police Department will be informed. We extend our heartfelt sympathy.

Patty Reed

August 5, 2007

Dear Judy,
We are saddened to read of Gerry's passing. Dick holds many fond memories of his work with Gerry at the PSHS Auditorium. He saw the positive effect Gerry had on students during his years at the high school. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Patty and Dick Reed

Cliff Graham

August 3, 2007

Sorry for your loss! Are heart felt feelings are with you. Cliff & Ann Graham

Joan Williams

August 3, 2007

Judy, so sorry for your loss.
I saw the obit on the internet.
Joanie Williams, Ozark, AR.

susie hoff

August 3, 2007

you are in our prayers,sorry for your loss

Paul & Colleen Jones

August 3, 2007

what a surprise when I saw this; Our regards.

Nate Israelson

August 3, 2007

We were saddend to learn that Gerry had passed away. We will always remember his good nature, and how he was a wonderful little league baseball coach who was only interested in the kids learning the game and having fun. We extend our best to Judy and the family.
Gerri, Nate & Steve Israelson Palm Springs

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