Edward Clyde Lawrence
March 12, 1931 ~ November 27, 2013
Services:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, December 3, 2013 at 10:30 AM in St. Aloysius Catholic Church Leonardtown, MD with Father David Beaubien officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Monday, December 2, 2013 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM followed by Lions Club prayers at 7:15 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD.
Edward Clyde Lawrence, 82 of Leonardtown, MD, died November 27, 2013 at his residence. Born March 12, 1931 in Avenue, MD. He was the son of the late Clyde Alexander and Kathleen Adele Buckler Lawrence.Mr. Lawrence is survived by his wife Barbara Cecil Lawrence whom he married on October 2, 1954 in St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Leonardtown, MD. Edward is survived by his children; Susan (Joseph) Dyer , and Sharon (Lloyd) Cox both of Leonardtown, MD, Gregory Lawrence of Upper Marlboro, MD, Nancy (Leon) Smith of Spotsylvania, VA, and John (Erin) Lawrence of Owings, MD, sisters, Catherine (Paul) Ludwig of Leonardtown, MD, and Janice Combs of Hollywood, MD, also survived by 13 grandchildren. In addition to his parents Edward was preceded in death by a son Glenn Lawrence. Mr. Lawrence was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County. He graduated from St. Mary’s Academy in 1948 and from the University of Maryland in 1963 with a degree in Electrical Engineering. He served in the National Guard from November 10, 1948 to November 9, 1958. He retired in 1986 after 35 years as an Electrical Engineer from the Naval Air Test Center, Patuxent River, MD. Edward belonged to the St. Mary’s Historical Society, the Lions Club, Friends of St. Clements Island, Potomac River Museum, Calvert Marine Museum, Chesapeake Maritime Museum, and the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. He was an honorary Crew Member of the Pride of Baltimore, and a Master Gardener. He loved history, wood working in his workshop, the history of St. Mary’s County work boats, and was an avid gardener.The family will receive friends on Monday, December 2, 2013 from 5:00PM to 8:00PM with prayers recited at 7:00PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, December 3, 2013 at 10:30AM in St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Leonardtown, MD with Father David Beaubien, Father John Dakes, and Father Rory Conley officiating. Interment will follow in the Church cemetery. Pallbearers will be, Gregory Lawrence, John Lawrence, Joseph Dyer, Lloyd Cox, Leon Smith, and Rolland Lawrence. Honorary pallbearers will be, Samuel “Bo” Bailey, James Banagan, Robert Kopel, Richard Gass, and Russell Cullins. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s County Historical Society, P.O. Box 212, Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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“Barbara and family, so sorry . I just found out that Eddie is no longer with us. Another nice gentleman has left us. I know what a void to will be to you. May God help you at this time.”
“To the Lawrence family, I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Lawrence’s passing, He was good friend and neighbor to our family for years. i will keep you all in my prayers, “
“Barbara & Family, So sorry to hear of Eddie passing such a wonder man and friend. Just remember that death leaves a broken heart but all of the wonderful memories will last a life time. Rest In Peace Brother Lion.”
“Dear Barbara & Family, We are so sorry for your loss and you are in our prayers during this sad time.”
“”Our sincere condolences to the family and many friends …”
“Dear Mrs. Lawrence and family, please accept my deepest sympathies. Mr. Lawrence was an honorable man and will be missed greatly. May God bless you during this time.”
“Mrs. Lawrence & Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Mr. Lawrence was such a fine gentleman. He will be missed by all. We send our deepest sympathies and prayers to you and your family.”
“Dear Barbara and family, we were so sad to learn about Ed’s passing. He was such a wonderful person and friend. He was so kind especially when he framed our ARK and DOVE pictures that are hanging in our home. We are so grateful for his kindness to do this and his friendship to us over the years. He loved our local history as much as we do. We send you our love and please be assured that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. “
“Mrs. Lawrence, Susan, Sharon and family – We’re so sorry to learn of Mr. Lawrence’s passing. My Dad, Sam Spalding served in the National Guard with him and has spoken very fondly of him over the years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time. “
“Mrs. Lawrence, our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Ed always had a kind word and a smile for everyone he met and he touched so many. We will miss seeing him. God Bless you and your family and may Ed rest in peace.”
“Dear Mrs. Lawerence and family: Every time I drive by the beautiful knot garden in Leonardtown, I think about Mr. Lawrence’s efforts to propagate the boxwoods, and lead the efforts with the Master Gardeners to plant this lovely garden. He was an inspiration and a great leader in our community. “
“Barbara and Family., So sorry to hear about Eddie. My condolences to you and your family. Eddie was my third cousin on the Buckler side of the family. He and I had some interesting conversations over the years. So sorry to not be able to attend the services or the funeral. My sympathy to all the family. “
“Barbara and Family, I am so grateful that Ed joined our Lions Club because this gave me the opportunity to know and admire him. He always had a smile and we shared accounts of growing up in St. Mary’s and being able to stay make a good life here through our careers at the Navy Base. His devotion to his wonderful family and St. Mary’s County is unrivaled and he will be greatly missed but his landmarks on the grounds of Tudor Hall will be there forever.”
“Mrs. Lawrence and Family, my condolences are sent your way. Eddie was one of St. Mary’s County’s finest. His love of family and community through his words and actions was most apparent. A wonderful legacy he leaves for those who’s lives he touched along the way.”
“Mrs. Lawrence, Susan, Sharon, Greg, Nancy, John, Mr. Lawrence was such a nice man, and wonderful neighbor. He will surely be missed by everyone that knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.”
“Barbara and family, We are all going to have a missing link in our lives because Ed will not be around to keep us smiling with his wonderful thoughts and outlook on life! What a treasure we have lost. Take care and may peace abide in you.”
“Mrs. Lawrence and family. We were very sorry to hear about Mr. Lawrence. I don’t remember seeing him when he wasn’t smiling and that is how I will remember him. Take care.”
“Ed Lawrence was one of the kindest, most down to earth men I have known. From my childhood to serving with him as a fellow Lion, he was always the same man. He commanded respect and admiration by the way he lived his life. Our club was greatly enhanced by his membership and we shall all miss him. Our County and our Town Icons seem to be leaving us all too often, and Ed was certainly both of these. May his family find peace and understanding in knowing this man lived a good, and wonderful life. God Bless you all! “
“Our condolences to Eddie’s family at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.”
“Dearest Barbara and family: I was so sorry to hear of Eddie’s passing and I know this loss is immense for all of you…and to all of us who knew him and enjoyed that infectious smile. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers and hope God will comfort you in the days ahead. “
“Mrs. Lawrence, Susan and Family, My deepest sympathy to you, may you find comfort in all the wonderful memories.”
“I recall how helpful Eddie was on the Historical Society trip supplying us all with beautiful photos , also clearing upthe tree that fell on Tudor Hall- always helpful.”
“Barbara and family, How saddened I was to hear of Ed’s passing. He was surely an asset to his family, county and especially his community. He was so willing to help with any problem that may arise. We always wonder why, but we are assured there are no mistakes with the Creator. He was ready for Ed to return home, as He always takes us when we are most ready. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Dear Lawrence Family, we are so very sorry for your great loss. Mr. Lawrence’s legacy is his beautiful family. God Bless all of you at this difficult time. Sincerely, Greg and Barbara Robinson and Family”
“I am sorry for your loss,you are in my thoughts and prayers. Many good memories will help you get through,as my mother passed away this January. She thought a lot of your family. May you find peace in knowing he is in better place and will always be a part of you.”
“Saddened to hear of your family’s loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May the wonderful memories help comfort you during the rough days ahead. “
“To the Lawrence Family,So saddened to hear of your loss. May your faith and cherished memories help you through this most difficult time of sorrow. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. “
“I am saddened to learn of Mr. Lawrence’s passing. He was a kind and gentle man. I have pleasant memories from my many visits to the Lawrence home back in high school days. I saw him a few months ago when visiting Leonardtown, and he was happy to update me on the family that he loved. My sympathies to Mrs. Lawrence, Greg, Nancy and the rest of this good family.”