Name: Visitation for Robert Wayne Lawrence Sr.
Start: 2020-01-30T00:00:00.000Z
End: 2020-01-30T02:00:00.000Z
Location: Chauvin Funeral Home & Crematory - Houma

Robert "Beast" Wayne Lawrence Sr., 77, passed away on Friday, Jan. 24, 2020, surrounded by his loving family. He was a native of Memphis, TN, and a resident of Houma.

Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation from 6 p.m. to 8 pm. on Wednesday, Jan. 29, at Chauvin Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until mass at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 30, at St. Gregory Barbarigo Church, with burial following at St. Francis Cemetery #2.

Robert is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Patricia Gayle Chaisson Lawrence; son, Robert "Robbie" Wayne Lawrence Jr. and wife Bennie; daughter, Heather Lawrence Blanchard and husband Ray; grandchildren, Parker Lawrence, Rebecca Claire Lawrence and Valerie Rae Blanchard; and in-laws, John Wayne and Kathy Chaisson, Barry and Jackie Harper, Matthew and Sandy Chaisson, and Susan Chauvin and Duane Brady.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Lee and Clara Martin Lawrence; and brothers, Charles Eugene Lawrence and Walter Foshee Jr.

Robert retired from the Terrebonne Parish School Board after 33 years of dedication. He served as a P.E. teacher, driver's ed instructor, and coach to many students who were touched by his love of teaching and sense of humor. He's also well-known for his baseball career at Nicholls State University. In 1983, he was inducted into the NSU Hall of Fame where many of his pitching records are still standing. PePaw's greatest achievement was clearly his devotion, support and love for his family, especially his grandkids and Lola, his spoiled dog. He was loved by all who knew him and will be missed by many.

The family would like to extend a thank you to Dr. Dicky Haydel and Dr. Russell Henry for their loving care and compassion.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to St. Gregory Barbarigo Church in Houma, LA, 1005 Williams Ave. Houma, LA 70364.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Houma Today from Jan. 27 to Jan. 29, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Lawrence Sr.

29 Entries

Robbie "Tessie" Terrell and wife Gayle

January 29, 2020

He did it his way. Our deepest condolences.

Sherry Christen

January 29, 2020

Mrs. Lawrence-I am so sorry about the loss of your husband. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs

Lori Duplantis

January 28, 2020

I remember Coach Lawrence. He taught my older sister and I, driver's education. We were just talking about him during the week. The greatest memory of Coach was teaching us how to be a safe driver and it worked. We never had an car accident or a traffic violation. I was 16 and my sister 17. Thank you Coach and may you RIP.

Glynn Fremin

January 28, 2020

I met Robert working at Johnnys Men Shop! I loved talking to him and Miss Pat ! They were our loyal customers through the years! He was just very humble and down to earth! I enjoyed talking to him and Kelly Pugh about hunting and fishing! He always remembered where he came from! My thoughts and prayers also go out to Robbie and Heather! It was my honor and pleasure knowing him! May his soul Rest In Peace!!! Lt. Glynn Fremin(TPSO)

Patrice Saucier

January 28, 2020

Robbie, Bennie and kids all my prayers and love go out to you. No matter how old we are loosing a father and grandfather is hard. Lots if hugs to you all!!!!

steve hardeman

January 28, 2020

I remember Coach would often tell John Champagne and I , yall cut out and he would give us a couple of dollars to run to RGS and get him a pack of smokes . He was a great guy . Many years have passed !!

Willie and Juanita Vice Guidry

January 28, 2020

Sorry to learn of Robert's passing.
Our thoughts and prayers for Robert and the
Lawrence family.
Good friend during and after our college days.

Michelle DeHarte Crompton

January 28, 2020

Coach Lawrence will always be considered one of the best! I have great memories of both him and his wife at Oaklawn and Ellender. He was patient, kind, understanding and just so funny. Prayers for Mrs Pat and the Lawrence family.

Cindy Conner

January 28, 2020

Rest In Peace Coach Lawrence...

Lynette Ray Griffin

January 28, 2020

Patricia, Deepest Sympathy to you and your family. So sorry for your loss.

Crystal Melancon

January 28, 2020

Coach Lawrence was the best P.E. teacher ever. He never made us dress out completely and always gave us a thumbs up when he told us A for the day, baby! Lol. He was so funny. So easy going. Hell be missed by many. My condolences to his family and friends.

Tim Robichaux

January 27, 2020

Mrs. Pat, Robbie, and Heather:

Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. As I know from recent experience, the loss of a loved one is not easy to go through. And though it is not easy, try to remember and talk about the good times that you had with your husband and dad.

Alonzina Johnson

January 27, 2020

My heart goes out to Coach Lawrence's family. He made sure that we all had what we needed. He nurtured the athletes in us. He joked with us when he thought that we were having a bad day. He was a father figure when the need arose. He will be missed.

Ricky Britt

January 27, 2020

What a fun coach to a bunch of young men, we loved Coach Lawrence!

Ray & June LeBoeuf

January 27, 2020

Our prayers and condolences to family and friends. Rest in peace.

Bobby Cockerham

January 27, 2020

Coach, as I always called you at Oaklawn Junior High School. You was the guy that anybody wanted to talk, you would listen. I remember seeing you at Mike Barness office where Bennie was working. Bless you Coach and my prayers go out to you and your family Coach. Bobby Cockerham

Beth Maniscalco

January 27, 2020

Pat, Sammy and I send our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Please know that we will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Lee Ann LeRay

January 27, 2020

I was saddened to hear the new of your husband Mrs. Pat.. I did not get to know , I did get to know your but through what else: the kids (Ross & Parker) being in the band #wegotthis VCHS I did get to know you. You are such a sweet lady.

Cody Guidry

January 27, 2020

Coach was just a laid back guy who was fun to be around. I had him as my P.E. coach my senior year of high school at Ellender (94-95). My condolences to the family.

Jason Bartley

January 27, 2020

Man this makes me sad! Such a great teacher! I will never forget him! He was such a personality! Ive told my kids about him, shared stories of how he was the best teacher I ever had, and he was our PE coach. His catch phrase was A for the day babe! While he told that to just about every student, he made you feel it, it wasnt a normal school day until he said that phrase to me. It was like you got an A just for being there, and that small phrase made you feel like you were worth something.

Rest In Peace Coach Lawrence! - A for the day babe!

Walton Boudreaux, Jr.

January 27, 2020

Coach Lawrence was my P.E. coach at Oaklawn Jr. High when I was in the 7th grade in 1967. He also taught my son at Ellener High School. My son and I both have fond memories of him. Our sincere condolences go out to his family.

Tequilla Gorrell

January 27, 2020

Sending prayers

Terrence Ross

January 27, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Harlan Oelklaus

January 27, 2020

As a fellow athlete at Nicholls, I remember Roberts dry sense of humor and his unique way of showing his devotion to Pat.

Monique Soudelier

January 27, 2020

Robbie, I am so very sorry to hear of your Dads passing. He was always such a joy to be around! His sense of humor could warm the coldest room. May your collective memories bring each of you comfort & peace & his love for you all stay ever in your heart my sweet friend.

Clarc Stringer

January 27, 2020

Clarc rememberers him fondly. Has many wonderful memories of his coaching at Oaklawn. Rest In Peace Coach.

Tommy and Cathy Naquin

January 27, 2020

" Beast's " Family - So sorry for your loss - A friend from Nicholls Baseball many years ago - A real good pitcher - MAY HE REST IN PEACE - GOD BLESS

Gene Gueniot

January 27, 2020

So sorry for your loss Pat. Keeping you and your family in our prayers. RIP Beast.

Jennifer Dufour

January 27, 2020

I don't know what I would've done if I had not had him as my driver's ed instructor. He was the best! - so calm, patient, and made it an enjoyable experience. I thought of him often when I supervised my children for their driving hours and I wish I could say that I exuded the same calm manner (I most certainly did not.). My sympathies to his family.

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