David Lawrence, 84, of Cleveland, passed away on March 14, 2022. He was born on Jan. 19, 1938 to the late Burt and Martha Lawrence. David has lived in Cleveland for six years, after moving here from San Antonio, Tx.
After serving his country for 21 years in the United States Navy, he embarked on a 25-year career as a long-haul truck driver. In his spare time, he enjoyed reading, but most of all he was a devoted husband and family man. David lived out his life striving to do what is right in the eyes of the Lord. A humble and gracious man, he was loved by all who knew him and will be greatly missed.
He is preceded in death by his son, David, Jr., and parents, Burt and Martha.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 63 years, June Lawrence; sister-in-law, Delores (Dody) Johnson; brother-in-law, Tony Huffaker and wife, Darlene; sons, Steve Lawrence and wife, Catherine, Kevin Lawrence and wife, Kristina; daughter, Melissa Mitchell and husband, Dennis; grandchildren, Stephen, Jr., Daniel, Alex, Flynn, Geena and Ginger; great-grandchildren, Vivian and Harper; and, of course, his beloved pup and companion, Travis.
David’s family will receive friends from 10 a.m.-noon on Wednesday, March 23, with a celebration of life service to follow at noon. He will be laid to rest following the service at 1:30 p.m. at Chattanooga National Cemetery, with full military honors.
Share a personal memory of David or your condolences with his family at his online memorial at www.companionfuenrals.com.