1942-2020
We are saddened to announce the passing of Wayne Lawrence on June 7, 2020.
Wayne had a playful and creative spirit. He had a strong appetite for learning and was drawn to adventure. He sailed the seas as a youth in the Navy, as an adult he embraced the activist, progressive politics of his generation, and in retirement he explored far-flung corners of the globe.
Wayne was a generous teacher. He had an abiding belief in the potential of education to enrich lives and remedy social inequities. Through his work he contributed in small and large ways to the hundreds of students who came through his classrooms in British Columbia, Asia and the Middle East. It was a source of pride for Wayne that each of his own children chose to pursue careers in institutions of higher learning.
Wayne leaves his family with a wealth of happy memories. He was a committed husband of 51 years, a present and engaged father, and an enthusiastic grandfather. His grandchildren brought him great joy in his later years. He spoiled them all in the best of ways – with his laughter, time and attention.
Wayne is survived by his wife, Sheilia, three children, Michael (Vivian), Michelle (Robert ) and Suzanne (David), and six beloved grandchildren, Ella, James, Maxwell, Grayson, Alice and Thomas. He was predeceased by his parents and three brothers. He will be remembered by his four remaining brothers, Vern, John, Gerry and Rick, and a large extended family, as well as a network of friends around the world and close to home, including dear neighbours Ian, Sandy and Teagan.
A celebration of life will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers please consider donating to the KGH Foundation to the Central Okanagan Hospice House and Palliative Care Fund.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.valleyviewfuneralhome.com for the Lawrence family.
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