Ralph Lawrence, 83, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, February 12, 2023.
He was born April 15, 1939, to Merle and Dorothy (Carter) Lawrence in St. Joseph, Missouri.
He worked as a welder fabricator for Johnson Controls for over twenty years. He took great pride in his career.
Ralph enjoyed mushroom hunting, fishing, and playing horseshoes.
He was preceded in death by his parents, twin daughters, Rhonda and Rhoda Lawrence, and son, Darrel Lawrence.
Survivors include his brother, Roger Lawrence; sons, Randy Lawrence (Debbie), Jeffrey Lawrence (Tina), and Danny Lawrence (Leatha); daughter, Julie Blazer; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Memorial Service 1:00 PM Saturday, Cornerstone Church, Savannah, Missouri. Cremation under the direction of Simplify Cremations & Funerals.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Simplify Funerals and Cremations. Online guest book and obituary at www.simplifyfunerals.com.