Hampton, Virginia
HAMPTON - Elder Lawrence E. Williams, 81, died on Sunday, May 30, 2010, at Riverside Convalescent Center.A native of Newport News, he was a 1946 graduate of Huntington High School and attended Hampton Institute which is now Hampton University.He was a member of the United House of Prayer For All...
Read MoreI will truely miss this great man of God. I learned so much as a young child in the Virginia State Band. The wonderful thing is that I can share all the things that was taught to me to my children. I'am very greatful! Sis. Leonta Knox
Leonta Knox
June 05, 2010 | Norfolk, VA
My prayers go out to the Williams Family. I will always remember Elder Lawrence Williams. I learned a lot from him growing up and I'll never forget him. I'm glad that my daughter and I got the chance to know him. He will be missed by all.
Keisha Jones
June 04, 2010 | Newport News, VA
We are sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
James & Juanita Grant and Gail Brown
James Grant Jr.
June 04, 2010 | Hampton, VA
To the Williams Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God`s love sustain you.Elder Williams will be always remembered for his great works and his encouraging words. We will truly miss him.
St Sharon Marrow,UHOP(Portsmouth,VA)
June 04, 2010
A man of distinction,one that gave & demanded respect. A teacher, philosopher, orator, disciplinarian, etc. I was blessed to march in the Grace Emmanuel Band under his direction (mid 60 & 70)& my son (Jermaine) also came up Elder (Bro. Lawrence) Willimas in the 80(s) & 90(s) which the band name changed to the Virginia State Marching Band. Discipline & perfection was the key & that is what he demanded. He sat the bar high & demanded we reach the top of that bar.
Rest in Peace Elder...
Marian Jones
June 04, 2010 | Newport News, VA
To: The family members of Elder Lawrence Williams
From a family member who has had music in her home from birth, I am aware that you learned much and cherished so much more from a family musician. You will never forget the sternest of directions and seriousness of lifestyles. Being a musician was extroidinarily different because of the gift possessed.
My father, Professor Herman Coleman, a musical genius, NC Hall of Fame recipient and the first director of concert...
Donzella Coleman-Johnson
June 04, 2010 | Wilmington, NC
To the Williams Family:
Elder Lawrence Williams was truly an instrumental part of my growth in the House of Prayer through the Virginia State Marching Band in my younger years. I owe a great portion of my musical growth and success to him. He was a great man and will truly be missed. Much respect due.
R.I.P.
Terry Leverette
June 04, 2010 | Charlotte, NC
Our prayers go out to The Williams' Family. Oh, what precious memories we have of the precious moments he spent with our two children(Terry & Alexis)! His love for Dad was manifested through all of our children. We cherish the added musical knowledge he instilled in them. Each time they play their instrument and/or sing their songs, Elder Williams' legacy will live on.
May God give you the strength and peace to endure these difficult days.
Apostle & St. Leverette
June 04, 2010 | Durham, NC
Farewell my teacher, farewell.
Virginia State Marching Band
JoAnn Haskett
June 04, 2010 | Virginia Beach, VA