Lawrence Savage

Lawrence Savage, was born May 21st, 1929 in Rome GA to Roy Savage and Mary Ann Parson Savage. Lawrence attended Rome public schools. Lawrence enlisted in the US Army in 1950, and bravely served his country in the Korean War. As a decorated war hero Lawrence was the recipient of the Bronze Star Medal. A decoration awarded to members of the United States Armed Forces for heroic achievement, heroic service, meritorious achievement, or meritorious service in a combat zone. Lawrence was also awarded The Purple Heart , a United States military decoration awarded in the name of the President to those wounded or killed, while serving with the U.S. military. Lawrence returned from the war and married his childhood sweetheart, Emma Louise Smith in 1954. Lawrence was baptized in the Catholic church in 1957. Lawrence began his career in Indianapolis as a painter at St. Vincent Hospital in 1955. Lawrence was employed by Allison Gas Turbine in 1966, and retired after 25 years of service in 1991. Whether it be by Red, Big Red or Uncle Red his family and friends knew him as a kind man and a loyal friend. He always put his family first and taught by example the importance of self respect, loyalty and hard work. Red was a plain spoken man who had no filter, if he thought it - he said it. This trait lead him to relentlessly tease family and friends about everything! He dished it out and could take it, he was the first to laugh when someone gave it right back. An unapologetic gambler, Red enjoyed all games of chance. He loved card games, casinos, lottery tickets and the entire city of Las Vegas. Anyone who knew him knew that his favorite pastime was talking with his friends at the local gambling spots around the city, which he jokingly referred to as his “office”. Date of Passing & Persons Preceded: Lawrence Savage passed away on February 3rd, 2016. Lawrence was preceded in death by his parents, 6 siblings and Emma, his wife of 59 years. Lawrence is survived by one son Lawrence Jr, one daughter Sherry Savage Tripp (Dwight) and his grandson Michael Lawrence, better known by his grandfather as “Jump”. Also, a host of nieces, nephews, and other loving relatives and friends.