Sharon Ann Lawrence

Sharon Lawrence Obituary

Sharon Ann (Shari) Lawrence, Loved in life, and remembered in death, as
a blessing to those who needed her. Sharon Ann Lawrence left a life of illness and pain, to be in the presence of her Lord and Savior, Wednesday March 8, 2006 at 2:00 am. Born in Bakersfield CA, July 27, 1946, Shari spent much of her life fighting off numerous illnesses. Yet few, if any, ever saw her cry for herself. Her tears were always for others; her hands busy, trying to make someone else more comfortable. Shari died in her home in Gilbert, AZ in the arms of her daughter in law Krystal, after a lengthy struggle with cancer. Shari and Bill Lawrence were married in Laughlin, NV in 1993, residing in Chandler, AZ. They moved to Gilbert in 2001. When her health allowed, Shari gave her time and tithe to the Lord she knew would someday deliver her from the travails of this life. And reveal to her the promises given to all who choose to believe God's Word. Shari leaves her husband Bill, father Vern, step mother Mary, a son Richard and daughter in law Krystal, a son JR and daughter in law Dana, a daughter Michelle and husband Jeff, and a sister, Sandy. She also leaves her "dream home" in a loving community, on a small lake. To all who knew and loved her, she is Gone But Not Forgotten.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Mar. 11, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Sharon Lawrence

14 Entries

Sandra Taylor

August 15, 2006

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

Roy Mitchell

March 28, 2006

I know that Shari was one wonderful lady. All you had to do was ask Bill about her and then sit back and listen. She helped fulfil his life with joy and love for many others. She was a very special person that you met and never forgot. She will be missed.

Trenton Sheppard

March 23, 2006

A kind and gentle soul, she gave no outward indications of the pain she endured. Her strength and warmth through it all was quite remarkable. She will be missed. May God bless her soul and bless the family and friends she leaves here on earth.

Bill Lawrence

March 22, 2006

My Brown Eyes,

When you smiled, everything around you brightened. People were drawn to you. On the surface you seemed to be transparent, but the few that took the time to know you, found a complex woman that defied a cursory glance, or a simple explanation. Some loved you while others would not, could not, take the time. Twenty eight years ago we met…too soon…you told me that “God is in charge; what is meant to be will be.” We agreed that “perhaps fifteen years from now, our time will come.” During those fifteen years you had your life, and I had mine. Fifteen years, almost to the day, I asked you to marry me. You said “yes.” And so, my darling Brown Eyes, our time came at last. We learned so much together, we learned we did not know each other very well. We learned how very much we really loved each other. We learned that, if we give it to God, He will help to work things out. We discovered that, what is meant to be will be. We discovered what it meant to be “soul mates”. But more than anything else, we discovered that a love like ours can overcome anything. So many good times. And then the pain…you never complained. The more you were hurting the more you would try to do for others. The longer you were in pain, the closer you drew to God. Your love for your parents and family, your children, and your sister was palpable. You did more good in your life than you ever knew. You and you alone were responsible for bringing me before the Lord. When you realized it was the end your love blossomed; everyone who came near felt it. The beauty on the outside faded, while the beauty inside grew.

God gave us twelve years to get it right. We did get it right. God knew your pain; he opted to take you home. Now you know that every promise God gave us, he will fulfill.

My Darling Brown Eyes, I miss you more than I can say, but we will meet again where there is no pain and there are no goodbyes.

Always and All Ways,

Bill

Stacy Box

March 19, 2006

Rest in Peace Aunt Sharon.

Audrey Hobbs

March 19, 2006

It seems like just yesterday when Sharon and Sandy were just little girls living a few doors from us on Roberts Lane in the late 50's. I did not see much of Sharon during the later years but I could see her in her mother Jackie. They were so much alike .I am grateful to her for coming to California to participate in Connies' funeral even when she was very ill.I am so sorry that I did not get to know this beautiful lady better.She is at peace now with the Lord.

Darin O'Rand

March 19, 2006

Rest in peace Aunt Sharon.

Chuck & Minnetta Hobbs

March 19, 2006

Somewhere, Somehow God has designed us to influence Somebody. Sharon knew that and never held back. We love you guys, Uncle Chuck & Aunt Minnetta

Kelly Leurck

March 18, 2006

Aunt Sharon has died. I just found out. I hope you have eternal pease at last.

Sandra Taylor

March 18, 2006

Straight pins, giggles in the pew, little big and big little sisters, drumsticks, Avila Beach, Three sleeping bags, Jim Meade and the Life and Times of the Cookoo Sisters, Saddlerack, finding misplaced cars, middle of the night moving, Tunes Music Studio, Myron Florin, Oakridge Boys, the tallest heels and the flatest flats and Rickey Nelson....too many to continue listing all the memories that we will take with us. I love you little sister and I will be seeing you....

Garld Warnon Graves Jr.

March 17, 2006

I wish I had more time to talk with my Mom! She had a lot of wonderful qualities, and because of illness I dont think I was able to experience all of them. I will miss her, as I do, every minute of every day. My biggest hope is to be able to see her again in heaven. I love you MOMMA!

Rita and Ken Ryner

March 17, 2006

Sharon was a beautiful woman inside and out. She had the most positive attitude toward life of anyone I ever knew. Even in her last months on earth she was talking about taking a cruise when she felt better, not if but when. We know that she is pain free now and visiting with the Lord but she will be missed by all of us.

Valerie McCormick

March 11, 2006

I never met Sherry, but from the couple of times that I spoke to her, and the great things my sister Krystal told me about her...she seemed like a wonderful woman with a great sense of humor, who would do anything for anyone who needed her...She will be missed by many...

Kathy

March 11, 2006

Rest in Peace Sweet Angel * * *

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