1949 - 2024
Glen Allen Lawrence, 74, of Browns, Illinois, died Wednesday, April 10, 2024, in Manhattan, Illinois. He was born October 1, 1949, in Hammond, Indiana, the son of Joseph Theodore Lawrence and Lena (Enlow) Lawrence. He was married to Donna (Tolley) Lawrence in 1972, and she preceded him in death on September 26, 2021.
Glen was a United States Army Veteran and served in Vietnam during the Vietnam War. He was a member of Ridge Church. His work career included Babcock and Wilcox, Shell Oil Company, and RIDES transportation.
Survivors include sons Derek Lawrence, Matthew Lawrence, both of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, Brian (Sarah) Lawrence of Manhattan, Illinois; brother Max (Claudia) Lawrence of Robinson, Illinois; and grandchildren Alice and Elijah.
He is preceded in death by his parents and wife.
Visitation and funeral are Saturday, April 27, 2024, at Ridge Church west of Grayville, Illinois. Visitation is 3 pm followed by funeral at 4 pm. Burial with military honors is in Ridge Cemetery west of Grayville, Illinois.
Cook Funeral Chapel in Grayville, Illinois, is in charge of arrangements.
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