Rev. Lawrence Blanding, Jr.

Lawrence Blanding went by many different names for many people. To us he was our beloved Bee. For 30+ years he shared his love, wisdom, and prayers with his leading lady and our entire family. The memories we created as a family will forever be cherished. Bee thank you for being such a amazing spirit. Its now your time to restSleep well
I love you!!!
Shakira

My condolences to my family the Blanding. Sending my condolences , sympathy and prayers!

I’m sorry about the passing of my family member! Please mend our hearts!

To my family, his church family, coworkers, and friends, The Lord name be praised. He no longer suffers but rest in the arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. TO GOD BE THE GLORY!!!
Some of you call him Larry, Lawrence, Bro. Blanding, his brothers, sisters, cousins, “Muggs” or “Boy”, his nieces and nephew especially when we were children, Uncle Boy, but later Uncle Larry because of the connotations that are associated with that term for African American men.
My dear uncle always had his infectious smile, never pretentious but genuine demeanor, one you could depend on being present when called upon, because he loved his siblings and family. He and my other uncles loved to dress very nice and have nice cars. I’ll never forget Uncle Virgil and Uncle Elijah bought Grand Prix, different colors, but he had to step up a notch as the older brother and buy a Lincoln Continental Mark IV. That was the joke and conversation during family gatherings. For many family gatherings, be it holidays where all the siblings/family drove from the north down to SC, or gatherings that often took place in celebration of grandmom’s birthday, other family celebrations, or crisis situation, uncle was there leading the caravan. You were there for your family and from what I hear your fellowman as well. This does not surprise me. You did your best to represent the love of GOD.
My grandfather’s namesake and twin in likeness, almost born on Grandpops birthday, you are missed, but never forgotten. My dear uncle, thank you for our wonderful phone conversations and love in general not only to me and your family, but to all of us. You touched more lives than you know but will receive your jewels in your crown on that coronation day. You are forever loved and in my heart. Rest in the arms of Jesus sir.
Your loving niece, Deborah❤

To my beloved brother, thank you for all that you did for me during our earlier years in life and your continued love. I am very sad that you are no longer with us. Brother, I will never forget you. Until we meet again.

Your loving sister, Ophelia

To my brother who's well loved by family and friends. Thanks for being your-self and also being my LOVING and BLessed Brother.

Uncle Larry was always a dominant force in my childhood and present for all the meaningful and milestone moments with camera in hand! What a honor to have loved you and been loved by you! Forever in our hearts!

Sending heartfelt Condolences the family of Rev.Lawrence Blanding, also my "Brother n law" So sorry that I'm unable to attend having recently lost my Brother..
I say to the family that Larry was a strong believer of the word.. We chatted for an hour sometimes,"Had to hang up on him" A life well lived.. we will surely miss him. He's in a better place..RIP Larry
Gene Blanding -sister n law

My big brother, one who has always supported me in moments of celebration from ministry & family. He certainly cared and prayed for co-workers who didn't know. Thank God Rev has a promise.

You use to tell Elijah and I that you were twice as good as us and we would look at you like you were crazy. I miss you Muggs. Praying for my family and Lawrence friends.

Mr Blanding was always a true Gentleman. May he rest in peace. I remember him opening up the back engine door of his bus, where he kept his food strapped to the diesel engine to keep it hot.
I’ll always have fond memories of him.

Man rest in peace. You were always a nice friend and co worker. I will always remember relieving you on the Far Rock bus 414. Job well done. We will see each other again. Peace be with you!

You are grateful mist bro Blanding

With sympathy and prayers to the Blanding family

As we prepare for your home going big brother. So many memories crosses my mind. One of them was when I was a little girl you used ride me piggy back on your shoulders. I thought I was floating on top of the world. You made me feel so safe. Your smile like the one in this picture gave a peace that you had my back. I am going to miss you my brother. Rest peacefully in the arms of God.

My condolences to all my family, my Uncle Lawrence church family and friends. My prayers are with everyone in this difficult time. I remember all the talks and laughs sitting on my uncle Lawrence couch with my dad growing up and as an adult. See you on the other side Uncle Lawrence where we will laugh and talk again. Love you.

Lawrence Blanding Family:

May God grant you peace during your time of bereavement.
A great man has moved to another place of residence. May he rest in peace.
Our prayers are with u during this difficult time.
Virgestine Eadie and Family
New York City

To: The Blanding Family
We are saddened by the loss of your dear family member Larry. He was loved by many.
May God comfort you during your period of bereavement.
Prayers and Much Love,
The Sumpter Family
New York, Maryland, Florida,
Georgia, Texas and South Carolina