Gertrude "Judy" Lawrence's Obituary
Big Rapids- Judy Gertrude Lawrence, 75, of Big Rapids went to be with the Lord on Friday, September 24, 2010. She was born in Marquette, Michigan on October 11, 1934, the daughter of Matt and Viena Maki. Judy is survived by her husband of 55 years, Fred L. Lawrence. Also surviving are five children, Jackie (Tim) Emmons, Jill (Jeff) Peterson, David (Rose) Lawrence, Bill (Julie) Lawrence, Steven (Charity) Lawrence, 12 grandchildren, seven brothers and sisters, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents.Judy was a loving wife and devoted mother. She taught her children and grandchildren how to love, how to be strong and full of grace. She was a blessing to all and will be greatly missed.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, September 27, 2010 at the Mohnke Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Pine Plains Cemetery. Judy's family will greet friends at the funeral home Sunday, September 26th from 5-8 p.m. Memorial contributions made in honor of Judy may be made to Parkinson's Foundation
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