Hugh Lawrence Obituary in Grande Prairie at Oliver's Funeral Home & Crematorium

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Hugh Lawrence

March 01, 1924 - July 30, 2019

Obituary For Hugh Lawrence

Hugh Lawrence, resident of Grande Prairie, AB, formerly of Buffalo Lake, AB, passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2019, at Grande Prairie Care Centre, at the age of 95 years.

Hugh was born March 1, 1924 on a farm in Buffalo Lake where he grew up. He attended Chatham school to grade 8. On September 14, 1950, Hugh married Florence Lee and they were blessed with three sons: Gary (1951), Fred (1953), and Brian (1956).

Hugh worked at Northern Electric, delivered fuel for B.A., and drove cat for Ray Lee Construction. He was a lifetime farmer with a great love for animals and family. He also enjoyed welding and fabricating.

He will be sadly missed by his wife of 68 years Florence; children: Gary (Deb), Fred (Janice), and Brian; grandchildren: Corey, Laura (Andrew Amos), Alanna, Lisa (Scott Ellis), and Koren; great-grandchildren: Jade, McKenna, Alissa, Taylor, and Keely; sisters Fern Erickson and Yvonne Dubord; brothers Jim Lawrence and Bill (Lorraine) Lawrence; niece Joyce Rossiter; nephew Eric Lee; as well as many other nieces and nephews.

Hugh was predeceased by his grandson Tyrel; sisters Bernice and Edna; brothers in-law Eric, Cecil, Mark, and Carl; sister in-law Carly Anne, and brother in-law Raymond Lee.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, August 10, at 2:00pm, at Sexsmith Civic Centre (9917 99 Ave.).

Memorial donations may be made to Kev’s Kids (200, 9835-101 Ave., Grande Prairie, AB, T8V 5V4), Bandaged Paws Animal Rescue Association (9920 91 Ave., Grande Prairie, AB, T8V 0G3), or to a charity of one’s choice.

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June 24, 2021

lawrence cindy

Sending my condolences & apology for not being able to be there with you at this time. I want you to know that I am thinking if you & will be praying for strength, peace, and comfort for you all. Uncle Hugh will always be in my heart. Hugs.
June 24, 2021

Baron nee Lawrence Corrie

We are extremely saddened to hear of our Dadâ??s cousins passing â??Uncle Hughâ?? as we loving referred to him . Our deepest condolences to his wife, Auntie Florence and their family. We have such fond memories of our visits to our â??up northâ?? family ♥️ Much Love Corrie ( Lawrence) Baron and Family and Cindy ( Lawrence) Savard and Family. ( We are Terry and Audrey Lawrenceâ??s daughterâ??s)
June 24, 2021

Laurin Dianne & Ray

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Hugh will be missed but we will think of him each time we drive past on the way to the Eady farm.
June 24, 2021

Ophus Janet

Dear Florence and all the family - I am sad to read of Hughie's passing. My kindest thoughts, prayers and condolences go out to you all. Hugh was a gentleman, kind and loving towards his family. You are blessed, Florence (Toots), to have had him in your life for so many years, and up to a great old age. We all are getting up there, and one by one are called 'home'. Take care of your mother/grandma, all you younguns. We are not prepared to be a widow. God bless you as you meet each day. Regards, Janet

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