Mary Lou Lawrence
Born: Thu Aug 8, 1935
Died: Mon Apr 16, 2012
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Mary Lou Lawrence (nee LaBounty), age 76, Monday, April 16, 2012 at her home. Born in Ashtabula, Ohio August 8, 1935. She is preceded in death by parents, Francis D. LaBounty and Mabel (Wood-LaBounty) Chaney and is survived by husband, Jerry; children, Joy Lynn, Scott Mitchell and Stephen Michael (Kerri); grandchildren, Ava, Jack and Hope Lawrence; sister, Lois Mae Roberts; nieces, LoAnn and Kathy, nephew, Jeff. Mary Lou's family moved from Ashtabula to Columbus when she was age 3. She attended Indianola Elementary, Indianola Junior High School and graduated from Columbus North High School in 1953. (A Polar Bear thru and true!). After graduation she worked as a stenographer for the OSU College of Law and was personal secretary of the Law College Dean, Frank Strong. She married Jerry Lawrence on May 5, 1956. She raised her 3 children while doing occasional secretarial work for lawyers, an insurance agent and C.O.S.E.R.R.C. Mary Lou was a member of the Maize Manor Methodist Church since 1984 where she was active in the choir, Executive Council, Pastoral committee, church rose gardener, Helping Hands and the Alter Guild. She was a member of the North High Women's Club and Class of '53 reunion committee. Mary Lou enjoyed folk art handcrafting and her dog, Sassy. Friends may call Friday from 5-8 pm at the NOVAK FUNERAL HOME, 4476 N. High St. (two blocks north of Henderson Rd.) 614-268-8811 and Saturday from 10-11 am at Maize Manor Methodist Church, 3901 Maize Rd., where her funeral service will follow at 11:00, Rev. Gloria Brooks, officiating. Please make contributions in Mary Lou's memory to: Maize Manor Methodist Church, 3901 Maize Rd., Columbus, Ohio 43224 or Hope Hollow, PO Box 141423, Columbus, Ohio 43214. | |
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Dave LaBounty
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Posted Wed April 18, 2012
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From the day in 1946 when she and I had out picture taken with Ohio State's football captain Bill Hackett she has been in my heart.
My cousin, you will be missed.
Go Bucks!
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Scott David Lawrence
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Posted Thu April 19, 2012
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Dear Jerry and Family:
Jessie and I are saddened to learn of Mary's passing. While you suffer at this most sad moment, there is great comfort, that with the Risen Christ, Mary is now Risen also. Alleluia!! For her, no more suffering or sorrow, she is now reunited with all those who have passed before her and has risen in glory.
Thank You for putting the obituary in the Canton paper. Jessie and I continue to get the Canton paper, even though we have lived in Tuscarawas County for the past 27 years.
In the event you are wondering who I am, I am Don Lawrence's son. I believe I am Jerry's 2nd cousin. Your father, Albert, and my grandfather, Ulysses were brothers. I can't remember when we may have seen each other last, possibly at my father's death or grandmothers death in 1988. Your mother, Anne, was a joyful person, and we did see her from time to time prior to her passing, and she made an effort to stay in touch which was very nice.
I have sold both my dental practices after 25 very fruitful years, and am working for the US government, Bureau of Prisons, as a dental officer. Son Scottie is graduating from Mount Union in two weeks and Jeffrey is a Junior at Ohio State.
God Bless you all at this moment of your most greatest sorrow.
Scott David Lawrence
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David and Donna Mitchell
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Posted Thu April 19, 2012
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Jerry and family, You are in our thoughts.
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Sally (Teach) Erikson
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Posted Thu April 19, 2012
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So sorry to hear about Mary Lou.
Memories I have are from school days.
Making pizza & slumber party @ her
house. Her Dad was always there and
we loved him just as much. If I
remember, it they lived on 17th st
or close. In those days, we just
had "fun".
So sorry!!!
Sally Teach
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Jo Anne Honkonen
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Posted Thu April 19, 2012
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Wishing you and your family the strength to carry on through this difficult time.
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George and Barbara Smith
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Posted Thu April 19, 2012
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Dear Jerry and family,
This is to express our sympathy on Mary Lou's passing. She was always a friendly and pleasant classmate at our beloved Columbus North. She was dedicated to preserving the memory of those meaningful high school years.
Mary Lou will long be remembered along with our other fine and friendly classmates.
Our prayers are with you, George and Barbara Smith
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Larry and Carolyn Roush
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Posted Thu April 19, 2012
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Our deepest sympathy to the entire family. She was a great lady and I remember her so well from our days at Indianola Jr. High and North High School. She did such a great job with our class reunions. She will be missed by all.
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Sherrill Luce
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Posted Fri April 20, 2012
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Our thoughts and prayers are with the Lawrence family
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Lee Denis
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Posted Sat April 21, 2012
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I know it isn't easy going thru losing your lifetime mate. My thoughts are with you. And you will have lots of wonderful memories.
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Melodie and John Mitchell
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Posted Sun April 22, 2012
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Hello Jerry and Family,
Sorry to hear of your lost and I have very fond memories of Mary Lou and your family at the Mitchell farm near Cadiz, Ohio.
Melodie was so glad we had the nice visit at your home and got to spend time in the beautiful gardens.
Melodie and John Mitchell
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