Johnnie "Burl" Lawrence

November 26, 1938 - October 3, 2019

Johnnie "Burl" Lawrence, 80 of Leesburg, FL passed away on Thursday, October 03, 2019. Burl was born on November 26,1938 in Holmes County, FL to the late John and Effie Lawrence. He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy and fought for our grateful nation as a 2nd Class Boilerman aboard the USS Agerholm DD826 from 1956 to 1960. Burl later worked construction for Dura-Stress Inc. for 39 years. He enjoyed woodworking, gardening and fishing. But most of all, Burl enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He is predeceased by his Brothers: Dawes Lawrence, and James Lawrence; and Sisters: Frankie Davis, and Erlene Clemmons. Burl is survived by his loving wife of 59 years: Erma “Jean” Lawrence, of Leesburg, FL ; Children: Tommy Lawrence, of Cape Coral, FL and Carol Lawrence - Wojciechowski, of Tavares, FL; Brothers: Travis Lawrence, of Jacksonville, FL, Bill Lawrence, of Leesburg, FL, Wayne Lawrence, of Edgewater, FL, Harvey Lawrence of Pensacola, FL, and W.L. Lawrence, of Pensacola, FL.and Grandchildren: Heather Renee Lawrence and T.J. Lawrence, of Leesburg, FL. Burl was a devoted husband, a loving father, grandfather and friend who will be deeply missed by many. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 11:00 AM at Steverson Hamlin and Hilbish Funeral Home, Located at: 226 East Burleigh Blvd. Tavares, FL 32778. The Lawrence family invites you to join them for a gathering prior to the service from 10:00AM to 11:00AM. At Steverson Hamlin and Hilbish Funeral Home. Services have been entrusted to Steverson Hamlin and Hilbish Funerals and Cremations. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family on the Tribute wall.