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Vernon-Lawrence

In Loving Memory

Lawrence, Vernon “Blackie”

  Born September 22, 1931 in Sullivan, Missouri
Passed away at the age of 88 on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 in Lake City, Florida
Mr. Lawrence served in the United States Navy during the Korean conflict.
Loving husband of Doris Lawrence and Iris “Imogene” Lawrence; dear brother of Charles “Ted” Lawrence, Mary Helen Scheman, Velma Turnbull, Joseph Lawrence, Sherlie “Shug” Lawrence, Audrey Thurmond, and Pauline Hecht;  dear Brother-in-law to Glen Hecht and Betty Rutherfurd; dear uncle and great-uncle; dear special friend of Millie Begs, friend to many in St. Louis, Missouri and Lake City, Florida

Mr. Lawrence was a charter member of the Affton Elks Lodge #2635 serving as their Exaulted Ruler in 1984 and 1985.
Member of the First United Methodist Church in Lake City, Florida

Visitation at KUTIS AFFTON Chapel 10151 Gravois Rd. 63123 Tuesday, July 7, 9:30 a.m. until funeral service at 11:30 a.m.  Interment J.B. National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions to Haven Hospice (6037 West U.S. Highway 90, Lake City, Fl. 32055) or First United Methodist Church of Lake City-Youth Group (973 South Marion Ave., Lake City, Fl. 32055) appreciated.

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14 thoughts on “Lawrence, Vernon “Blackie””

  1. Dear Family of Blackie Lawrence,
    Blackie was a great friend in Lake City, Fl and will be missed tremendously. He was always there to help others and was part of a great church family. We had many fabulous lunches together. His laughter and jokes kept us always smiling. Please accept my sympathy and love to be with you in this time of loss. Will see you again one day my friend.

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  2. Dear Family of Blackie Lawrence,
    Blackie was a great friend in Lake City, Fl and will be missed tremendously. He was always there to help others and was part of a great church family. We had many fabulous lunches together. His laughter and jokes kept us always smiling. Please accept my sympathy and love to be with you in this time of loss. Will see you again one day my friend.

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  3. Uncle Blackie was quite a character. He loved life and loved being with his family. I love him so much. I was truly blessed to have him in my life and I have many great memories to keep close to my heart. Rest peacefully now Blackie!!!

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  4. Uncle Blackie was quite a character. He loved life and loved being with his family. I love him so much. I was truly blessed to have him in my life and I have many great memories to keep close to my heart. Rest peacefully now Blackie!!!

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  5. I remember fondly the times I spent with Doris and Blackie at family functions. It was always a great time full of laughter and love. I missed those times but will always have a special place in my heart for two wonderful people.

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  6. I remember fondly the times I spent with Doris and Blackie at family functions. It was always a great time full of laughter and love. I missed those times but will always have a special place in my heart for two wonderful people.

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  7. Blackie will be missed in the neighborhood. He was a true friend. My family and I shared
    lots of times with him. Seemed like there was nothing he couldn’t do. Mechanical or elect-
    trical he was always at his best. I truly enjoyed being his next door neighbor for all these years.
    Please accept my sympathy along with my families.

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  8. Blackie will be missed in the neighborhood. He was a true friend. My family and I shared
    lots of times with him. Seemed like there was nothing he couldn’t do. Mechanical or elect-
    trical he was always at his best. I truly enjoyed being his next door neighbor for all these years.
    Please accept my sympathy along with my families.

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  9. My wife and I always enjoyed stopping by Blackie’s house to visit. He was a special man and friend. Our condolences to the family.

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  10. My wife and I always enjoyed stopping by Blackie’s house to visit. He was a special man and friend. Our condolences to the family.

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  11. I’ll always miss his smiling face in the church pew on Sundays along with his constant optimism and special friendship.

    I’ll always regret not being able to spend more time with him–he had a lot to teach me about life.

    Blackie will be missed.

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  12. I’ll always miss his smiling face in the church pew on Sundays along with his constant optimism and special friendship.

    I’ll always regret not being able to spend more time with him–he had a lot to teach me about life.

    Blackie will be missed.

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  13. My husband and I loved Blackie. We made it a point to stop by on our golf cart and visit with him. He was such a joy and made me laugh out loud! We sure will miss this sweet, kind, and loving man. Prayers for you.

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  14. My husband and I loved Blackie. We made it a point to stop by on our golf cart and visit with him. He was such a joy and made me laugh out loud! We sure will miss this sweet, kind, and loving man. Prayers for you.

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