Walter R. Lawrence

Walter R. Lawrence Sr., 90, of Natick Avenue, Cranston, RI, passed away on Monday, September 21, 2026, at HopeHealth Hospice in Providence. Born on November 20, 1935, in West Warwick, he was the beloved husband of Clara J. (Smith) Lawrence. They shared 71 years of marriage. He was the son of the late Walter and Minnie (Rogers) Lawrence.

Walter worked for many years as a laborer in the construction industry before retiring in 2005. He was a longtime member and a lifetime Deacon of Phenix Baptist Church. He was also an active member of the Matteson Historical Congress. He enjoyed time with his family, tractors of any kind, and gardening.

Besides his wife Clara, he is survived by his children: Claire Leander (James), Linda Blank, Daniel Lawrence Sr., and Dianne Alvarado (Gerry Jewett); eleven grandchildren; twenty‑five great‑grandchildren; and four great‑great‑grandchildren. He was predeceased by his son, Walter R. Lawrence Jr., and his siblings Francis Lawrence, Everett Lawrence, Norman Lawrence, and Nancy Briggs.

A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at 11:00 am in the Gorton–Menard Funeral Home, 721 Washington Street, Coventry, RI. Burial will follow in Highland Memorial Park Cemetery, Johnston. A calling hour will be held prior to the service from 10:00 am to 11:00 am.

Family and friends may share memories and condolences at www.gortonmenardfuneralhome.com.