Mrs. Carol Lawrence stepped peacefully into eternity on the morning of Monday, November 16, 2020. Born in Tampa, Florida in May 1934, she spent her growing up years split between Tampa itself and Key West, creating a love of the beach and the ocean which stayed with her throughout life. After graduation from high school, Carol moved to Atlanta to attend Crawford W. Long Nursing School, followed by a job working at the Crawford W. Long Hospital. An active nurse on and off for over next 40 years, Carol married Robert M. Lawrence in 1956 and raised a family in Brookhaven; they lived in the same house for over 60 years and built friendships to last a lifetime. Mrs. Lawrence was a devoted Episcopalian her entire life and an active, faithful member of St. Martins in the Field church for over 60 years, serving in a number of different capacities.
Carol travelled extensively with her husband, taking numerous cruises, tours, and excursions, traveling to Egypt, Europe, Tahiti, Bora Bora, South and Central America, Canada, and across the United States, among others places; Alaska and Hawaii were her favorites. In addition, to travel, after retirement, Carol and her husband took up skiing as well. Loving the beach and her family, Carol took numerous family vacations to Myrtle Beach with son, daughter-in-law, and, most importantly, her grandchildren. In April 2017, she moved to an independent living community in Atlanta for 2-1/2 years and then relocated to Augusta to be closer to her family – her greatest loves.
Mrs. Lawrence was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Robert M. Lawrence, and a grand-daughter – Kaitlyn Marguerette Lawrence. She is survived by her son, Tony Lawrence, daughter-in-law Misty, and three grand-daughters – Meaghan, Danae and Karen. Carol is remembered for being a devoted wife, mother, and friend. She was loved by everyone who knew her and was often referred to as a kind, sweet lady who had a smile for everyone. She will be remembered and missed greatly by everyone in her life.
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