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Steve Lawrence
1935 - 2024
Steve Lawrence
1935 - 2024
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BORN
1935
DIED
2024
Steve Lawrence Obituary
Steve Lawrence was a singer, actor and comedian who created the singing duo Steve and Eydie with his wife, Eydie Gormé (1928–2013) and had roles in such movies and TV shows as "The Blues Brothers," "The Lonely Guy," and "The Carol Burnett Show."
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Susan Tannen
May 5, 2024
My first cousin, Judy Tannen, worked for Steve abd Edie all her life. They were family to her...she passed a few years ago. I lived Steve and Edie's song. May he rest in peace.
Jeff Otis
March 23, 2024
Steve was a consummate gentlemen with a personal warmth that shone through . I had the pleasure of meeting Steve on an extended flight and will never forget our extended conversation. Baruch Dayan meet.
Davis'
March 22, 2024
To the Family of Mr. Steve Lawrence,
We are truly saddened to hear about the death of Steve Lawrence, and we send our heartfelt condolences to you during this sad time. We have certainly lost a versatile multi-talented person. We are thankful he shared his remarkable gifts and talents with us, and he will certainly be missed.
I grew up listening to his music, and he did have amazing talent as a singer, actor, and comedian. He was a frequent guest on "The Carol Burnett Show," and I still watch him on reruns of the program. He was a great balladeer, and I love his baritone voice and his easy, heartfelt singing. Some of my favorite songs are "Go Away Little Girl", "Portrait of My Love", and "The Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me." He even dedicated an album, "When You Come Back to Me Again", to his beloved wife Eydie Gormé after she died, and the music/songs are beautiful and heartfelt. Thank you, Mr. Lawrence, for adding happiness and joy to many people around the world. You will not be forgotten. Most certainly, your legacy will continue to inspire others.
Please continue to treasure your good memories and may they soothe your saddened hearts. May prayers strengthen you and cherished memories comfort you, and may God soothe your hearts and comfort you always. (23rd Psalm)
Peggy Goodman
March 17, 2024
I saw Steve & Eydie perform many times. Talented, charming, funny. One of the best voices. They were the best interpreters of the Great American Song Book. A terrible loss. May his memory be a blessing.
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Jennifer
March 16, 2024
Steve Lawrence was a singer, actor and comedian who created singing duo Steve and Eydie with his wife Eydie Grom ( 1928-3013); their appear on Carol Burnnett show. We all know that he is in a good place now. Also,, that he has reunited with his wife Eydie.
Lori Bell
March 16, 2024
I met Steve through my brother Dennis Bono. Every story he ever told made me laugh. He was a joy to be around. He was deeply loved by all and will be very much missed. LORI BELL.
George Shirley
March 15, 2024
I was a United States Army Chorus member from 1956 to 1959, when Steve was the soloist for popular song repertoire with the United States Army Band. I took this photo of Steve with Paul Richards, another member of the Chorus who became a Broadway star following his military service. Steve was not only a great performer but also a great colleague.
Robert Petillo
March 15, 2024
As an alumnus of The U.S. Army Chorus 1986-2017, I can tell you that early in my career I heard about some of our many famous alumni, among who was Steve Lawrence, a soloist the The U.S. Army Band 1958 -60. Steve will always be remembered and mentioned with pride by the members of Pershing's Own, The United States Army Band. The towering musical legacy he and Eydie Gorme have left us will never fade from our country's history. Deepest sympathy to their family and friends.
Robert Petillo
Sgt. Major USA ret.
Maureen Coughlin
March 13, 2024
I just found out that Steve Lawrence passed. We saw Steve and Eydie at the Fox Theater in Detroit, back in the 80's.
What a treat! "Portrait of My Love" is my favorite song by Steve.
Bless your heart. Thanks for all the wonderful memories. 'Very lucky to have someone as talented as you
in my lifetime. R.I.P.
Jim and Olga Joachim
March 12, 2024
Deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers to David Lawrence & Family.
So sorry for your loss. Your Mom & Dad were gifted, special people and our thoughts are with you.
With hope and LOVE-
Jim & Olga Joachim and Family
San Diego, CA.
Sharon Janto
March 12, 2024
His beautiful voice
Shirley Naso
March 12, 2024
Steve was unique as an all consummate performer. He did it all with aplomb! His singing was up there with the best. His comedic talent was natural and spot on. Despite the fact that he was well known and certainly appreciated, to a certain extent he was underrated. And, oh yes, chock full of charisma.
Colleen Duncan
March 10, 2024
I´m a child of the 50´s.
Loved seeing Steve and his wife on the Merv Griffin Show.
My favorite song he sang was Pretty Blue Eyes"
I was sad to hear if his passing on CBS Sunday Morning News.
Sing with the Angels
Colleen
Lee Leach
March 10, 2024
Great music from a great person!!!! He will be missed.
Gary Bastien
March 10, 2024
Well done, kind and faithful servant
Gary Bastien
March 10, 2024
I want to say that your father was no small part of my life growing up. I watched all the shows with your mom and him performing. They both represent all that was good in America and entertainment. Your father always seem to enjoy the comedy sketches he got thrown into as well. That’s why I’m writing. I don’t want you to think he was a small part of America and entertainment history. He was such a good entertainer, that heari g if his passing brings me yo tears more like a important gamily member or uncle or older cousin then he does a distant performer. It’s a sad day to see his passing, but I will always see his smiling face and good nature and your mother there by his side. Forever Steve Lawrence and Eydie Gorme’, national treasures, no World Treasures.
Madeline L
March 10, 2024
RIP Steve Lawrence. A class act. You were a bright light in our world. A truly wonderful singer, actor too, and kind person we will never forget. My sympathies to your family and friends, and all whose lives you touched My Father, in fact, knew you and your brother as a boy growing up in Brooklyn, and shared some lovely memories with me from those days. Thank you for the note and photo you sent him one birthday. I will cherish it always. Say hello to my Father, on way to reuniting with your beautiful, talented wife Eydie Gorme. You will be missed.
Donna James
March 10, 2024
Your heart soon will be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. "Steve and Ediye: Together again in the Hands of Jesus"
Thier talent went swell and made us laugh, bring us Joy and Love and it still does to this day. So I pay homage to Mr Lawrence. May You all be continue singing in Heaven forever.
Rest in Peace. Steve!
Betty Gordon
March 10, 2024
Steve and Edye, we loved your music together as well as solos from each of you in movies, tv shows, etc.
My heartfelt felt sympathies to their family members.
RIP Steve; your wife/family members have welcomed you to heaven.
Lori Bell
March 10, 2024
I adored Steve. He was best friends with my brother Dennis Bono. I had a chance to spend time with Steve and a little bit of time Eydie. Our visits were delightful. I always felt like I was with family whenever I was with him. A truly classic act and a performer with substance and warmth. David, you were given a great legacy and I’m sure your dad and mom are looking over you with pride.
Elizabeth Bell
March 9, 2024
R.I.P. Steve
Robert Larsen
March 9, 2024
Deepest Sympathies and Condolences to Mr. Steve Lawrence Family and friends. Rest In Peace Sir enjoyed watching you on the Carol Burnett Show.
Mr. & Mrs. William Durr
March 9, 2024
Another one of the great entertainers has left us. What an amazing life and career. Sincere condolences to family and friends.
JG
March 9, 2024
Steve Lawrence has been an important part of my life since I was little and I saw him singing Go Away Little Girl on a telethon and I thought he was singing to me! I have seen Steve and Eydie countless times and would wait outside the stage door to see them after the show. I loved his singing and his jokes and acting and kindness. Steve made such a big impact on my life and I will miss him dearly.
Joe Vealger DeHoyos
March 9, 2024
RIP Steve Lawerence,
It is so sad seeing our American entertainers passing on that I/we grew up with. You, Elvis the King of Music and RR, your wife Edie Gorme, Michael Jackson, Johnny cash, Jerry Naylor, Charlie Pride, Marvin Gaye, and lots of others are gone, but the good music lasts and new generations of music entertainment fans will discover all of the good stuff from back then. When we saw you and your wife on tv, we
(Me and my family) loved seeing you two on tv, and you two it seemed that if one showed up, then where was the other one. That´s how good of a duo you two were, you and your wife, Edie. (Edie was so pretty and beautiful, and was a darn good singer!) As that era
(60´s and 70´s) passes on, but as it was going on it seemed like it would never end, but it did, and so will this present days pass on for this new generation of entertainment fans just give time. Thanks for your entertainment work Steve and thanks also too all support personnel workers, who work unseen in the backgrounds that make any show possible.
Joe DeHoyos
TG Cty, West Texas USA !
Dr. Steve Swisher
March 9, 2024
Steve was a great talent and a dear friend. He love for people, joy in performing and passion for life was infectious. His faith in Gid and devotion to family sustained him through challenging times. I will miss you friend. Every day. God's blessings go with you and your memory is a blessing.
Paul Kastner
March 9, 2024
Steve and Eydie were a part of my early life as it seemed they appeared on every variety and talk show of the time. I always enjoyed Steve´s smooth, silky voice as a solo and the harmony he created in duets with his wife.They were of a bygone entertainment past the likes of which may never be seen again. Now he and Eydie can sing those duets once again.
Lynne Sullivan
March 9, 2024
I have passed my love for the song Pretty Blue Eyes onto my daughters and especially my granddaughters, who all love it. Thank you for that, and may you rest eternally in peace.
Teresa Gates
March 8, 2024
Steve Lawrence & Eydie Gorme, together again.
I liked his stint in, the Blues Brothers. That movie had a great ensemble cast.
Rest in Peace, and God bless.
Debbie & Cas Caswell
March 8, 2024
Our sincere condolences to David and Faye. So sorry to hear of your loss.
Johnny Holiday
March 8, 2024
I met Steve and Eydie back in 1978. Each time I saw them it was as if we picked up where we left off. Steve was gracious, funny and kind and after Eydie passed I knew there would be a massive void in his heart. I know they are together and singing up a storm for the angels. God bless you Steve
Rick Pollock
March 8, 2024
From the Steve Allen Tonight Show on. Incredible performer. May his memory be a blessing.
Terri Zezza
March 8, 2024
We grew up as kids listening to Steve and Edye Lawrence. My grandparents always had them on. We will miss Steve and Edye they are both in heaven together singing hymns with GOD'S angels. RIP Steve, we miss you and love you. The Lawrence family are in our prayers.
IVEY LOVETT
March 8, 2024
Watching him and Eydie sing in the Catskill Mountains...wonderful performance.
RB
March 8, 2024
Such an incredible singer, performer and actor. What a long standing career. It was always a pleasure seeing him perform. Sincere condolences to the Lawrence family, so very sorry for your loss. May God be with you all.
Janelle Almendis
March 8, 2024
May the God of all comfort be with you. Kindly accept my condolences.
Marilyn Fenter
March 7, 2024
I remember listening to Steve and Eydie singing on the Steve Allen TV show back in the 50s and early 60s. They were full of life and happy energy that was contagious to me. I have wonderful memories of them and like to imagine that they are now singing together again with the angels
Ronnie Smith
March 7, 2024
I loved him! I met him and Edie years ago when I worked for a talent agency. he and Edie had an apt with the talent agent before he went in his office, I told him that his niece Vikki was my cousins, friends and neighbor they live downstairs from my cousin and her parents. He was such a lovely man, friendly, handsome, and a smile never to be forgotten. May he rest in peace
Anida Concannon
March 7, 2024
Steve & Eydie we´re magnificent entertainers who brought such joy to the world. He shall surely be missed as well as Eydie. My husband and I went to a number of their concerts from coast to coast. Rest in peace, Steve. Their love was here to stay.
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