Name: Visitation for David Lawrence
Start: 2014-08-24T19:00:00.000Z
End: 2014-08-24T22:00:00.000Z
Location: Snyder Funeral Homes, Denzer Chapel

David L. Lawrence

PORTER, TX: David L. Lawrence, age 59, of Porter, Texas, and formerly of Marion, passed away at his home on Monday, August 18, 2014.

David was born in Marion, Ohio on January 9, 1955, the son of the late Joseph Leroy Lawrence and Marilyn Joan (Sifritt) Lawrence Bailey. David attended River Valley High School and graduated in the class of 1973. He then attended college at Kent State.

David worked for the Union Tank Car Company for 31 years. He began his career with the company in Marion, and then moved to Chicago, spending three years there; Alexandria, Louisiana for six years and most recently in Porter, Texas. He was extremely dedicated and loyal. When he was in Louisiana, he oversaw a $100 million plant project. In Texas, David was the Personnel Manager, Safety Director and Union Negotiator.

In addition to his career, his time in Marion was spent working as a Paramedic, EMT and Firefighter. David was instrumental in creating the First Consolidated Fire Department in Caledonia. He was a licensed instructor at Tri-Rivers Career Center, teaching EMT courses. He also served as a 4-H advisor, board member of the Marion County Fair; he was Marion County Fair King and is a 50 year member of the Ohio State Fair.

During his time in Louisiana, he was a church deacon and also served as a board member of the Alexandria Hospital.

Since 1973, David has been involved with referring and umpiring football, baseball and softball games. He had the opportunity to be a Division 5 referee at the Superdome in New Orleans.

David is survived by his brothers: Steve (Jeri) Lawrence, Bruce (Leah) Lawrence, all of Marion and Matthew (Rhonda) Lawrence of Worthington; step-sisters: Pam (Dave) Smith of Edison and Debbie (Doug) Stevens of Cardington; step-mother: Pat Lawrence; nieces and nephews: Jill (Clay) Franklin, Danny Lawrence, Lindsay (Sam) Criswell, Jacob, Cade, Josh, Alex and Jessie Lawrence; Aunt: Kate "Kaka" (Ron) Warfel; step-nieces and nephews: Bria (Scott) Cline, Jacque Jones, Ben Stevens, Cara Stevens, Kelsey Stevens and Elizabeth (Austin) Sullivan; and Cousins: Micki (Joe) Kochheiser and Betsy (Tim) Haas.

He is preceded in death by his father Joseph Lawrence and mother Marilyn Bailey and a nephew, Jeff Lawrence.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 24, 2014 at the Denzer-Farison-Hottinger & Snyder Funeral Home, 360 East Center St., Marion from 3PM to 6PM; Funeral services will be held on Monday at the Trinity Baptist Church, 244 S Main St, Marion at 10:30AM with Dr. Richard Farmer officiating; Burial will be in the Marion Cemetery; following the graveside service there will be a lunch served at the church.

If so desired, donations may be made to the First Consolidated Fire Department of Caledonia, 115 N High St, Caledonia, OH 43314.

The Denzer-Farison-Hottinger & Snyder Funeral Home is honored to be serving David's family and your condolences may be expressed to the family at www.snyderfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Marion Star from Aug. 20 to Aug. 24, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for David Lawrence

14 Entries

Tina

August 28, 2014

I met Dave when he came to Alexandria Louisiana as the Human Resources Manager. I respected Dave very much as H/R Manager and as a very wise man. I will truly miss Dave. Much prayers to the entire family for your loss. But also a loss to the UTLX family.
Blessings

August 27, 2014

I started with Union Tank Car in the Chicago IL office around the time Dave hired out at the Marion OH shop (1982). Working on Human Resource issues, Dave and I quickly became long distance friends...talking about our joint interests in cars, railroads, etc. Dave had a witty personality, was extremely hard working and very good at what he did (he was dependable and efficient). I feel honored to have known Dave, and my prayers go out to his family. God Bless. Tom Biscan

Dan Young

August 26, 2014

Steve, Bruse, and Matt... We've known each other almost all of our entire lives, and it deeply saddens me to learn of Davis' passing. He and I spent so many years play football against each other all through school... he was a Viking and me, a Spratan !! Later on, we officiated many games together... about 19 years worth... till I had to give it up. But, you guys have my deepest and most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. If there's ANYTHING I can do for you, all you need do is ask. I know David will keep his flag in his pocket and the clock running !!! Rest in peace, my dear friend... I know you will be greeted with open and loving arms.

August 25, 2014

Hi Bruce,
Very sorry to learn of your brother's passing. Just heard about it this morning. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these most difficult of times.

JB.

Ted Garner

August 24, 2014

I also worked with Dave at Union Tank Car, Dave had a very witty sense of humor and a great laugh. Your family are in my prayers.

August 24, 2014

Steve, Bruce and Matt,
Im so sorry to hear about your loss. You guys are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mitch Saxby and family

Jon Yarger

August 24, 2014

I had the opportunity to work with Dave at Union Tank Car and found him to be a good teacher and a even better friend. He will be missed, and my condolences go out to his family..

Peggy Glass-Kuntzman

August 23, 2014

Steve, Bruce, and Matt: So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. I can't ever remember not knowing Dave and your entire family. Many fun times spent with all of you with the Circle M Horsemen club of our parents and in the Rough Riders 4-H Club. I remember one time at your house when Dave scolded Matthew for riding Eato, your giant German Shepherd, around inside the house. Good memories, great family, huge loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Debi(Earhart) & Lawrence Clark

August 22, 2014

What a sad loss for the Lawrence family.Our deepest sympathy to you all.Our thoughts and our prayers are with you at this sad time in your life.

Jim Smith

August 22, 2014

I worked many years with Dave at Union Tank Car and he was always a person to depend on and to seek advice from. Dave was a great friend and will be truly missed.

Jeff Burgan & Family

August 22, 2014

Condolences to the entire Lawrence Family. I have some very fond memories of Dave. God bless you all.

melinda skaggs-fishpaw

August 21, 2014

35 years he kidded me about being 19 years older than he.
My heart is breaking for his family.

Randy & Judy Norris

August 21, 2014

My first impression upon meeting Dave 25 years ago was a man I could trust and one who was in command of a situation. In the years we worked in EMS education together, my respect for him only increased. I knew I could depend on him for a straight answer and never doubted the wisdom of it. Dave's contribution to the world around him will be sorely missed.

Debbie (Jamerson)

August 21, 2014

I graduated in 1974 with Steve. I send my condolences and pray for peace for your family.

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