In Loving Memory of
Beatrice Lawrence
Beatrice Ashley Lawrence, 87, passed away July 25, 2010 in Sentara Nursing Center in Chesapeake. She was the daughter of the late Garland G. and Ora Ashley. She was also predeceased by her husband, Charles Henry Lawrence, Jr.; and sisters, Mollie Lee Welch, Louise Boyette, and Maxine Ward.
Born in Roxboro, NC, Beatrice was a Bank Teller for Bank of Suffolk. She was also a member of West End Baptist Church in Suffolk.
Survivors include her daughters, Jo Ann L. Rawls and husband Lewis III of Lawrenceville, GA, Deborah L. Apthorpe and husband Dr. John R. Apthorpe of Cypress, CA; grandchildren, J. Lewis Rawls, IV, and Joseph G. Rawls; sisters, Era Mae Ashley of Greensboro, NC, and Margie Hensley of Burlington, NC; and several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be conducted on Thursday, July 29, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. by the Rev. T. Floyd Irby in Cedar Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the R. W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home & Crematory, 509 W. Washington St., Suffolk, VA, 23434 on Wednesday, July 28, 2010 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the West End Baptist Church, 501 W. Washington St, Suffolk, VA, 23434 or the Alzheimer’s Association, 6350 Center Drive, Suite #102, Norfolk, VA, 23502. Condolences may be registered at www.rwbakerfh.com.
Condolences for
Beatrice Lawrence
Debbie, Jo Ann, Era Mae, Margie and families. We are so sorry to hear of Bea's death. She was our neighbor and a very close friend for several years. We missed her greatly when she got sick and had to go to a Nursing Home. May the Lord bless each of you and give you the strength you will need each day. Love, Anne and Kirby Smith
Anne & Kirby Smith
Debbie & Jo Anne: So sorry to hear of Bea's death. Bea and I worked together when she worked for Home Federal Savings and Loan Association many years ago. I saw her last in Nansemond Point and had lost touch since she left the area. My thoughts and prayers are with you both at this most difficult time in your life.
Nancy Rountree
May you find comfort in the memories that are yours to cherish always, and strength in the companionship of those who share your loss.... I have learned never to underestimate the healing power we all have. It is always there to be used for the highest good. Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. (Matthew 5:4) May it be a source of inner strength to know that there's a loving God watching over you, and that, throughout this time of need, He'll stay close by your side. I have fought the fine fight, I have run the course to the finish, I have observed the faith.-2Timothy 4:7. As for me, I will lie down that I may sleep; I shall certainly awake, for Jehovah himself keeps supporting me. -Psalms 3:5
Magallon Family
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