He was born in Long Beach, California on April 27, 1920 to Elmer and Lela Clark.
He was married to Nellie Jewel Parker for forty three years.
Lawrence worked in construction as a plasterer.
He was a member of the Plasterers Union Local #200, and had a passion for fishing and gardening.
He is survived by his daughter Patricia C. Morris, and his grandchildren Christopher P. Morris, Tiffany R. Robertson, Jeremy M. Morris, Joseph C. Morris, Aaron E. Morris and Patrick S. Morris.
Lawrence is also survived by 16 Great Grandchildren.