Lawrence M. Irving

Lawrence M. Irving, age 95 of Rochester Hills, passed away February 14, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Lawrence was born February 16, 1930, to Lawrence and Blanche Irving in Toledo, Ohio. He began working for S.S. Kresge Company (later Kmart ) at the age of 13 and retired after 44 years of dedicated service. Working his way from stockboy to managing stores, and retiring as a senior buyer at Kmart Corporate Headquarters responsible for all jewelry and he even opened 2 Kmart locations. During the Korean War he served as a Corporal in the U.S. Army, while stationed in Korea he received two bronze stars.

On April 27, 1957, he married Shirley Ann Finney and shared 65 wonderful years together. They travelled the world extensively for both work and pleasure, visiting all 50 states. He spent his retirement doting over his grandchildren and great grandchild. His favorite hobby was researching past and distant family genealogy.

Lawrence is survived by his two children, Terry (David) Poduska and Steven (Karen) Irving, cherished grandchildren David Poduska and Christine (Daniel) Hicks, great granddaughter Poppy Hicks, sister Shirley Schmuhl, sister in laws Carol Hart and Emeline Turner, and by many nieces and nephews. Lawrence was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley, and great grandson T.J.

His impact was great, his friends plentiful, and the sorrow from his departure is immeasurable.