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Karen S. Lawrence

1940 - 2020

Karen S. Lawrence obituary, 1940-2020, Ann Arbor, MI

BORN

1940

DIED

2020

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Muehlig Funeral Chapel

403 South Fourth Ave

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Karen Lawrence Obituary

Lawrence, Karen S. 11/21/1940 - 1/31/2020 Ann Arbor Karen Sue Lawrence, age 79, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2020 in Ann Arbor, MI. Born November 21, 1940 in Ann Arbor, MI to the Honorable Rodney E. Hutchinson & Dorothy (Morhous) Hutchinson, Karen was a lifelong resident of the Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti, MI area. She graduated in 1958 from St. Thomas High School where she met her future husband, Bill Lawrence. Karen attended Eastern Michigan University and McCauley School of Nursing and enjoyed a career that began at St. Joseph Hospital and continued both at the University of Michigan Hospital and the Kellogg Eye Institute. Karen and Bill married in 1961 and spent many happy hours watching their children, and later their grandchildren, participate in various activities. Karen found great joy attending family reunions and other gatherings through the years. In her retirement, she also enjoyed programs at the Pittsfield Township Senior Center, especially traveling with friends on group trips. Karen was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband William F. Lawrence and their children: Heidi Sisson, Andrew (Elizabeth) Lawrence, Jon (Christina) Lawrence, and Ryan Lawrence; her grandchildren: Justin (Eva) Sisson and Matthew (Kate) Sisson, Connor Lawrence, Delaney Lawrence, and Grace Lawrence, Cooper Lawrence and Mitchell Lawrence; her sister Lynn M. (Richard) Pattison; her sister-in-law Elizabeth (Betty) F. Lawrence; her nieces Lisa Robertiello (Damian), Anne-Marie Phillips (Lee Callahan), and nephew Benjamin Phillips. The family will receive friends to share loving memories of Karen on Thursday, February 20, 2020 from 3:30-7:30 p.m. at Muehlig Funeral Chapel, 403 S. 4th Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, February 21, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 2250 E Stadium Blvd., Ann Arbor, MI. Prior to Mass, the family will greet friends in the gathering room of the Church from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Internment of ashes to follow immediately after Mass at the St. Francis Memorial Garden adjacent to the church. Memorial contributions can be made to The St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School Educational Trust Fund or the "Camp Al-Gon-Quian Scholarship Fund" c/o Ann Arbor YMCA 400 W. Washington St. Ann Arbor, MI 48103.

Published by Ann Arbor News from Feb. 14 to Feb. 16, 2020.
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Im sorry for your loss, Andy. My condolences to your family.

Judy Powers

Friend

February 20, 2020

a loved one

February 19, 2020

a loved one

February 19, 2020

Thoughts and prayers to the family. enjoyed Karen's friendship since 4th grade.

Helen Brown

February 19, 2020

My thoughts and prayers to the family of Karen Lawrence. Karen and I were friends since fourth grade. We spent Many nights walking our babies, and talking and enjoying our friendship.

February 19, 2020

Our prayers and warmest wishes are with you all. May her soul rest in peace. Love, Kelly and Lea Boyd

Kelly and Lea Boyd

Friend

February 19, 2020

Blessing and Warm regards to the Lawrence family. Ive known Andy for many years, based on his character and what hes mentioned about the family, Karen was an amazing mother, wife and freind! Im sure she will look forward to seeing you all again in the Kingdom!

Craig Looney

Friend

February 19, 2020

I am so sorry for your loss Bill, Heidi, Andy, Jon, Ryan and all the grandchildren. I have so many fond memories of playing at your house and coming in for lunch - Karen made the best peanut butter and jelly sandwiches! She was always ready with a smile and a laugh. Even when she was having trouble getting around last year she made the extra effort to come to my own Mom and Dad's funerals. I'm sure they are all hanging out together, sharing some good laughs. Love you all.

Geralyn Doskoch

February 19, 2020

Anne-Marie Phillips

February 16, 2020

I did not know Mrs Lawrence, but I know Ryan. She must have been a wonderful person to have such an incredibly loving son, Ryan. Sending prayers to the Lawrence Family.

Natalia Litkewycz

Friend

February 15, 2020

Dear Heidi,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. My memories of her are all happy, particularly the drives to Camp Linden where we were packed into your Family's Suburban. When we were picked to go home, we would ask (maybe a bit of demand) a stop at McDonald's. And she always did!
Love,
Michele Limoges Motsko

February 15, 2020

Dear Heidi, I am so sorry about your mom's passing. She was one of the parents who was great fun to be around. I have happy memories of her driving us to Camp Linden together in your big car (Suburban?), and many other wonderful memories.
Much love ❤,
Your pal Michele

February 15, 2020

Bill and Family. Lynn and Family. I am so sorry for your loss. All of my memories of Karen are filled with her warmth, kindness, and love. God Bless you all. Patti (Hanel) Thompson

Patricia Thompson

Family

February 15, 2020

Heidi - I am so sorry about the loss of your mom. You are in my prayers and thoughts.

Becky Widener

Becky Widener

February 15, 2020

To all of Karen's Family:

We feel fortunate to have spent time with Karen just a few weeks ago. She always had a smile and a story to tell. Please know all of you are in our prayers. We hope joyful memories of her will help you heel. She is in pain no more!

Jim & Laura Sisson

February 14, 2020

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Visitation

3:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Muehlig Funeral Chapel

403 South Fourth Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Feb

21

Memorial Gathering

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church

2250 E Stadium Blvd., Ann Arbor, MI

Feb

21

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church

2250 E Stadium Blvd., Ann Arbor, MI

Feb

21

Interment

St. Francis Memorial Garden

adjacent to the church, MI

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403 South Fourth Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

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