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Obituary For Mr. James C Lawrence
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. James C. Lawrence.
On behalf of the staff and management of Strong & Jones Funeral Home, we would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Mr. James C Lawrence.
Funeral services will be 11 AM, Friday, May 3, 2024 at Bethel M. B. Church, with burial at Southside Cemetery. Viewing will be 10 AM to 6 PM, Thursday, May 2, 2024 at Strong & Jones Funeral Home.
James was a lifetime resident of Tallahassee. He accepted Christ and was baptized at an early age. he would join Bethel M.B. Church, where he served in varying leadership positions.
He attended Lucy Moten Demonstration School and earned his diploma from Florida A&M University High school. After graduating, he attended FAMCEE where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education and went on to attain his Master's degree in Education from FaMU in 1959. In 1953, he served in the United States Army in the Artillery field and was honorably discharged in 1955.
In 1955, the City of Tallahassee appointed him to his initial position as Negro Supervisor over playgrounds, athletics, two recreation centers and the Jake Gaither Golf Course. He later became the Tallahassee Superintendent of the recreation division where he would remain until his retirement. James was recognized for his contributions to the city's recreation division with the renaming of Dade Street Recreation Center to the Lawrence-Gregory Community Center at Dade Street.
Left to carry on his legacy are two daughters, Mamie Johnson and Dail Fuller, Laurence); one son, Darrell Lawrence (Brenetta); one sister, Cherry Lawrence; six grandchildren, Shandrea Lawrence, Michael Stewart, Taurean Lawrence, Shannon Stewart, Marcus Lawrence (Amanda) and Donald Lawrence; five great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
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Add A CondolenceSpringfield Community (Dade Street Recreation Center) has lost another Icon. Our prayers goes out the Lawrence Family.
Honoring my Uncle J. C. with Love...Janine Gibbons Wilson
Sending our deepest sympathy on behalf of the City of Tallahassee Parks and Recreation Department. Thinking of the Lawrence Family during this difficult time.
Ashley Edwards
My condolences to Mamie, Darrell, and Dail. The Lawrence family is in my thoughts and prayers for peace and strength. Rev. Dr. Adriene Bryant Wright
Our prayers go out to your family. Stay strong...The Mannings & Sisco Family.
May God bless and keep and comfort you in this hour,know that your love one is in the Father's arms. Marquita and William Burgess
May God bless and keep, comfort the family in this hour and know that your love one is in the Father's arms.
My prayers and condolences to The Lawrence family. Aprell Bordelon Chicago, Illinois.
My prayers and condolences to The Lawrence family.
Sandra Cooper Tallahassee, Florida
Deacon James Lawrence will be remembered in my heart as my family grew up in Bethel missionary baptist church under C.K. Steele my condolences to the Lawrence family from the late Lucille Martin family
Darrell, My condolences!! Love Aunt Liz
Darell, Sorry for your loss!!❤️Sheila
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
