Gary Lester Lawrence, 83, of
Townsend, Georgia departed
this life on Monday, January
12, 2026 at his residence.

A memorial service will be conducted at 1 pm on Saturday, January 31 st , 2026, at
the Shellman Bluff Community United Methodist Church, 1035 Magnolia Street
NE in Townsend, Georgia with the Reverends James Sapp and Allyson Lawrence
officiating. Visitation with the family will be at the church at 11:30 am, prior to
the Memorial service.
Born September 8, 1942, in Camden, New Jersey to the late Lester George and
Grace Vera Lawrence, he had been a resident of McIntosh County for nearly 30
years. Gary was a veteran of the Vietnam war, an auditor for the U.S.
Department of Education and the Chatham County Board of Education, a
Certified Public Accountant and teacher of CPA Review courses. He was a
faithful member of his church community, contributing strongly to initiating and
building up the Shellman Bluff Community UMC over the last few years. He was
a devoted and loving husband, a cherished father and grandfather, a caring
father-in-law, and a good friend to many, giving selflessly of his time, patience,
and wisdom. He was also an avid lover of nature, finding great joy and
peacefulness in fishing, hunting and boating.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Carol Ann
Lawrence, his son Kevin Lawrence and his brother Frank Lawrence.
He is survived by his son, Dr. Mark Lawrence and wife Katja Lawrence of
Germany, a daughter-in-law, Rev. Allyson Lawrence of Bishop, Georgia, and four
grandchildren: Sophie, Tom, Jadyn and Kaitlyn.
Gary lived a good life and leaves behind a legacy of openness, generosity, and
steady presence that will remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. He
will be deeply missed by many.
In lieu of flowers please make memorial donations to the Shellman Bluff
Community United Methodist Church.

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Chapman Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.