Walter Daniel “Danny” Lawrence, 73, of Griffithsville went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at home. II Corinthians 5:8, We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.
Danny was a 1967 graduate of Duval High School. A millwright by trade, he retired as a supervisor from Dow Chemical Gum Base Unit. He was a 5th generation farmer, avid outdoorsman, and a proud supporter of the Lincoln County FFA. He was a founding member of the Duval Volunteer Fire Department and coached Duval Raiders little league football. Danny was a member of the former Amy Baptist Church.
Danny was preceded in death by his wife of 43 years, Maxine Hartwell Lawrence; and parents, Howard and Carolyn Dunlap Lawrence.
He is survived by his children, Melissa (Eric) Smith and Brian (Christine) Lawrence both of Griffithsville; 7 grandchildren, Katelyn (Landin) Harper of Griffithsville, Shelby (Tim) Hopton of Arizona, Courtney Kidd, Ethan (Kelsie) Brogan, Megan Brogan (Tristan Loftis) all of Griffithsville, and Sydney & Evan Smith of Sissonville; 6 great grandchildren, Dylan & Carson Harper, Annastyn & Rhett Brogan, Haidyn Loftis, and Raiden Jarrett; brothers, Gene & Jimmy; sisters, Sandra & Mitzi; and a host of nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends.
Service will be 2:00 p.m., Sunday, February 26, 2023, at Curry Funeral Home with Pastor Butch Loftis officiating. Burial will follow at Lawrence Family Cemetery, Griffithsville. Friends and family will gather 2 hours prior to the service at the funeral home.
Danny never ceased in prayer for those he loved, always offering a reminder of pride and a hug.
Romans 8:28, And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
Dear Lawrence family – my deepest condolences for your loss. I worked with Danny at the PVA gum base plant in South Charleston. Danny was great to work with, kept the plant running (sometimes single handily) and was always willing to teach others. Danny fondly talked about his family, grand kids and the farm. While I moved away twenty years ago, I think of Danny often. He will be fondly remembered.
Melissa and family, I worked with Danny at VW Stamping Plant. I remember Danny coming around to everyone collecting for children in his neighborhood so they could have warm clothing and a good Christmas. So sorry to hear of Danny’s passing. Prayers for comfort to the family.
So sorry for your loss. Danny was a fine man.