Lawrence Walker

Lawrence Walker Sr. age 76, of St. Paul, Minnesota, passed away on March 19, 2014 peacefully with his family at his side. He was a dedicated Family Man who was also a loving and supportive husband of over 50 years until the recent passing of his wife Arveria on December 22, 2013. After 87 days apart they are united once again for Eternity in Heaven. He leaves to cherish his memory, his four children, Cynthia, Lawrence Jr. and Coretta, all of St. Paul, Michael Walker of Tampa, FL; 8 grandchildren, Isaac II, Ishmael, Amareya, Neriah, Avery and Malachi, all of St. Paul, Michelle and Tiara of St. Petersburg, FL; 3 brothers, Monroe Walker Sr. and Lee Roy (Betty) Walker of St. Paul, Charles Sr. (Betty) Walker of Okolona, MS; 3 sisters, Maggie Griffin of St. Paul, Dorothy (Charles) Thomas of Indianapolis, IN, Priscilla Thompson of Joliet, IL; he is also survived by a host of “favorite” nieces, cherished nephews, godchildren, other relatives, and special friends. Lawrence Sr. was hard-working, motivated and determined to be successful. He had many prosperous ventures in a variety of industries, such as an HVAC Mechanic with 3M Company from which he retired, an Accountant & Tax Preparer, and a Rental Real Estate Investor. He was also an active member of DAV Chapter #2 in St. Paul and serving as Commander for several years. More than anything Lawrence Sr. was a loving family man who wanted all life had to offer for his children and his grandchildren. He will be fondly remembered by all family members for the tradition of giving out $2 bills at family functions. Lawrence Walker Sr.’s trademark laugh could be heard most when he was in his role as Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle, and Friend. Visitation 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Friday March 28th at Mount Olivet Baptist CHurch, 451 W. Central Ave. Saint Paul. Service to follow at 12:00 p.m. Interment Elmhurst Cemetery.