Lawrence served in the United States Marine Corp and was honorably discharged. He then worked for the Vendo Company for 38 years. He was actively involved in the Catholic Church and was a life member of the Knights of Columbus with over 25 years of membership.
The family would like to thank the Fresno Veterans Medical Center for caring for Lawrence during his last days.
Lawrence was preceded in death by his parents; and daughter, Penny Martinez.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Rosie; daughter, Rachel; two sisters; four brothers; three grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held at Whitehurst, Sullivan, Burns & Blair Funeral Home on Friday, December 26, 2014 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Recitation of the Holy Rosary and a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Helen Catholic Church on Saturday, December 27, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. Interment will follow at St. Peters Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Fresno Veterans Medical Center, 2615 E. Clinton, Fresno, CA 93703.
