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Ida Lawrence Obituary

Ida Louise Lawrence, 66, of Phoenix Arizona, passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2006 Ida was born on July 21, 1940 in Phoenix, Arizona. Ida is survived by her Husband Barney Lawrence, mother Margaret Fifield, son Michael Schrab and wife Susan, sister Margaret Gardner and husband Tom Gardner, brother Brad Shoemaker, and grandchildren Michael, Cole, and Wyatt. Ida was a graduate of Camelback High School, class of 1958, and then graduated from Arizona State University in 1965. Ida taught school in the Scottsdale School District for 25 years. She was blessed with many close friends and an unforgettable smile. She will be missed and remembered by all whom knew her. Services will be held Saturday, Sept. 9, from 1-2PM at Best Funeral Chapel, 510 East Dunlap Avenue, Phoenix, In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made toward conquering MS.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Sep. 7, 2006.

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Judith Kier

September 30, 2006

September 30,2006
I was in modern dance class with Ida at Camelback for four years. We spoke on the phone often in the 70s while we both taught elementary school. Her mother taught me sewing skills when I'd go over to Ida's house in high school. Bye, Ida, I'll think of you often. Judy Kier

Ron Nell

September 11, 2006

I knew Ida in high school and I was Ida's first date in school. Ida and I talked on the phone a while back and she asked if I would come to the Camelback breakfast, that is held each month, so we visit once again. I never made it to the breakfast and now I am sorry I didn't go. I regret not going and renewing an old friendship.

I understand Ida suffered many hardships over the years with MS.

Now she is free of pain and misery.

God bless you Ida and may God be with your family at this time of sorrow.

Beverly Brown (Orr)

September 7, 2006

I will miss Ida's beautiful smile and friendly personality. I will remember our fun times in high school together. I was glad to see her at our class reunions every 5 years, and I thank her husband for being so diligent and loving about making sure she attended. Ida is in a happier place now, and I pray that God will bless her beautiful soul. Beverly (Orr) Brown, class of 1958

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