David Lawrence

David Lawrence, 84, of Cleveland, TN passed away on March 14, 2022. He was born on January 19, 1938 to the late Burt and Martha Lawrence. David has lived in Cleveland for 6 years after moving here from San Antonio, Texas.

After serving his country for 21 years in the United States Navy he embarked on a 25-year career as a long-haul truck driver. In his spare time, he enjoyed reading but most of all he was a devoted husband and family man. David lived out his life striving to do what is right in the eyes of the Lord. A humble and gracious man, he was loved by all who knew him and will be greatly missed.

He is preceded in death by his son David, Jr., and parents Burt and Martha.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife of 63 years, June Lawrence, sister-in-law Delores (Dody) Johnson, brother-in-law Tony Huffaker and wife Darlene, sons Steve Lawrence and wife Catherine, Kevin Lawrence and wife Kristina, daughter Melissa Mitchell and husband Dennis, grandchildren, Stephen, Jr., Daniel, Alex, Flynn, Geena and Ginger, great grandchildren Vivian and Harper. And, of course, his beloved pup and companion Travis.

David’s family will receive friends from 10am until 12pm on Wednesday March 23rd with a celebration of life service to follow at 12pm. He will be laid to rest following the service at 1:30pm at Chattanooga National Cemetery with full military honors.

You are invited to share a personal memory of David or your condolences with his family at his online memorial located at www.companionfuenrals.com