It is with great sadness that the family of Lawrence A. Lehnert Jr. announces his passing suddenly on July 1, 2018 at the age of 61 years. Lawrence will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 41 years, Sally and his children Amy, son in law, Aaron Killian, son, Kristopher and daughter in law, Laura. His five grandchildren, Caden, Kyle and Coen Killian, Hadley and soon to be born Hudson Lawrence Lehnert were the pride of his life.
Lawrence A. Lehnert Jr. was born on May 3, 1957 in San Antonio, TX to Betty and Lawrence "Red" Lehnert. Their family moved to Houston when he was in the 7th grade. Lawrence attended three years at Spring Branch High School where he met his high school sweetheart, Sally. Due to a family move he ultimately graduated from Spring Woods H.S. in 1975. Lawrence and Sally both attended Southwest Texas State University. They married August 14, 1976 and spent 41 years building a family and wonderful life together. Lawrence is survived by his parents, Betty and Red Lehnert, sister, Laurie and husband, Eric, brother, Jason and wife,Jennifer. He will be truly missed by mother in law, Helen, brother in law, Skip and wife, Judy, sister in law, Susan and husband, Joe, sister in law, Christy and husband, Chris. He is also survived by numerous, aunts, uncles and cousins.
Family was the most important part of Lawrence's life. He was the best father, husband, "Pops" and friend you would ever meet. Lawrence was a life- long hunter, fisherman and nature lover. He especially enjoyed hunting/fishing with his father, brothers, son /son In law and countless friends.Sally and Lawrence loved to travel but nothing was as precious as spending time with family. Although his family and friends were always his top priority he managed a long and rewarding career. Lawrence played an integral part in the success of Trac-Work Inc. where he worked for 39 years. Of course many of his co-workers also turned into close friends.
Lawrence was a man with a big heart. As a member of Bear Creek United Methodist Church for 28 years he worked tirelessly to serve his church and community with his gifts, talents, and time. He was president of the United Methodist Men's group, Chairman of the Trustees and a long time member of the United Disciples Sunday School class. Lawrence always said he was blessed to have so many friends and family to love him. Lawrence was smart and resourceful. Sally, Amy and Kristopher often called him "MacGyver" because he could fix anything or solve almost any problem.
Lawrence is preceded in death by father in law, Morris Belt, sister in law, Darlene"Punkie" Lehnert and younger brother, Martin Lehnert.
Family and friends will gather to share memories during a visitation Friday, July 6, 5-8 PM at Waltrip Funeral Home, 1415 Campbell Rd., Houston 77055.
A Celebration of Lawrence's life will be held at 10:00AM on Saturday, July 7, at his beloved church, Bear Creek United Methodist, 16000 Rippling Water Dr., Houston, 77084, Rev. Leo Tyler, officiating.
Memorial donations in memory of Lawrence can be made to Bear Creek United Methodist Church, 16000 Rippling Water Dr, Houston, 77084.
