John Lawrence

John Reynard Lawrence, "J.R.", was born on September 22, 1965 in Kansas City, Missouri and went home to the Lord on March 14, 2012.

John grew up on Air Force bases from Florida to California. He graduated from Clear Lake High School in 1983 and then served his country in the United States Army, Infantry. After his service, John received a technical degree from MTI, then continued his education to receive his Bachelor Degree from UHCL. For the last 12 years, John worked as an educator, most of which was spent with the Alvin Independent School District. He spent his last years as an elementary school counselor which he considered his "favorite job ever", while continuing his education in a graduate program at UHCL. John leaves lasting memories for all of his students and faculty. Anyone who knew J.R. recognized his witty personailty and sense of humor. He loved to sing, garden and perform magic tricks. He also adored his dogs, Feebee, Bandit and Buddy. However, his family was his world. He touched the lives of many with his charm and humor. J.R. was a caring, sensitive person that will be greatly missed.

He is survived by his loved ones: Mother, Sherrill Lawrence of Dickinson, Texas, Father, L.J. Lawrence of Pittsburg, Texas;two sisters, Jill Kohlhafer and husband Gye, of Dickinson, Jackie Rouineb and her husband Gerard, of Kemah, Texas; nephews Kyle Kohlhafer, Ryan and Adam Rouineb; Aunt and cousins of Schenectady, NY; Patti Kloss-Lawrence of Friendswood, Texas.

John is preceded in death by his grandparents Reynard and Mary Lawrence, and Barton and Janet Williams; niece, Layla Rouineb.

Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service to celebrate his life on Tuesday, March 20 at 10:00 a.m. Services will be held in the chapel at Forest Park East Funeral Home, 21620 Gulf Freeway, Webster, Texas 77598.