Ken Lawrence

          Ken Lawrence, 83, of Desloge, passed away January 14, 2023.  He was born September 15, 1939, in Reform, Missouri, to the late Floyd and Reba (Perry) Lawrence.  Ken enjoyed tending to his yard and garden and cherished every moment with his family and friends.  Ken worked as a meat cutter at Kroger, for 43 years, before his retirement. 

He is preceded in death by parents; brothers, Charles Lawrence and wife Naomi, James Lawrence and wife Betty, John Lawrence and wife Marcella, Elmer Lawrence, Norman Lawrence and wife Connie.

Ken is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Linda (Walker) Lawrence; sons, Kent Lawrence, Darren Lawrence and Jeff Lawrence, Sr.; daughters, Lisa (Stricklin) Lively and Renee (Stricklin) Krolikowski and husband David; grandchildren, Jeffery Lawrence, Jr., Jacob Lawrence, Kirsten Lawrence and Gabriel Krolikowski; great-granddaughter, Kinsley Smith; one brother, Curtis Lawrence and wife Lucille.

A memorial service for Ken will be held at a later date.  Arrangements are under the direction of C.Z. Boyer and Son Funeral Home in Desloge.