of Mountain View, AR
June 7, 1944 - October 19, 2020
Charlotte Katherine Lancaster Lawrence June 7, 1944-October 19, 2020
Charlotte Katherine Lancaster Lawrence, 76, of Mountain View passed from this life on October 19, 2020, at her home after a fight against cancer. Charlotte was born June 7, 1944, in Batesville, Arkansas to C.K. Lancaster, Jr. and Jemmie Carter Lancaster. On June 9, 1962, Charlotte married Vernon Lawrence in Mountain View.
Charlotte was the fourth generation owner of C.K. Lancaster and Son (Lancaster's Store) on the square in Mountain View that was established in 1898 by her great-grandfather, G.D. Lancaster. She worked beside her husband until his death in December 2013, and continued operating the store alone until May of this year. She was a member of DAR and a founding member of the Stone County Historical Society. She enjoyed reading, genealogy, and attending auctions. Charlotte was an encyclopedia of information on Stone County and its families and enjoyed sharing that information with everyone. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Mountain View.
She is survived by one daughter, Stephanie Lawrence of Mountain View; two sisters, Susie Nixon of Mountain View and Kay Stice of Batesville; two nieces, Heather Stice Robbins (Dustin) of Batesville and Nicole Nixon Engle (Mike) of Mountain View; one nephew, Charles Stice (Maison) of Little Rock; five sisters-in-law, Iva Jean Porter of Norfork, Bonnie Newgent (Harrol) of Heber Springs, Ruby Gammill of Onia, Linda Lester of Gassville, and Billie Lawrence of Morning Star; two brothers in-law, Hugh Lawrence (Marilyn) of Seligman, MO, and Connie Rose of Big Flat; along with several other nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Vernon Lawrence; her parents, C.K. Lancaster, Jr.and Jemmie Carter Lancaster; her grandparents, C.K. Lancaster, Sr. and Lillie Whitfield Lancaster, James W. Carter, and John C. Dearien and Mary (Mollie) Kendrick Carter Dearien; in-laws, Thomas J. Lawrence and Atha Qualls Lawrence, two sisters-in-law, Bernelle Lawrence Rose and Ruby Richardson Lawrence; five brothers-in-law, Terry Stice, T.J. Lawrence, Joe Lester, Max Gammill, and Gene Porter.
A private graveside service will be held October 20, 2020 with Junior Barham officiating. A memorial service will be planned at a later time when it is safe for people to gather in groups.
Pallbearers are Dustin Robbins, Charles Stice, Martin Solomon, Bill Nixon, Brad Fulks, and Danny Benson. Honorary pallbearers are all friends and frequent visitors to the ''Liar's Bench.''
Burial will be at Flatwoods Cemetery in Mountain View, Arkansas under the direction of Roller Crouch Funeral Home of Mountain View.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Stone County Historical Society, the Bessie Boehm Moore Library, the American Cancer Society, or the American Heart Association.
So sorry for the families loss. Charlotte was a sweet lady and she will be greatly missed.
Susie I am sorry for the loss of your dear sister, Charlotte. She was always so kind and friendly to all of us just a few years younger. Many times when I was back home in MTN. View I would stop by the store just to say hello. It seemed she never met a stranger.
Blessings to you and family,
Judy Sutterfield Harvey
Deepest condolences to the family. Her smile and my many trips to the store as a youth will always be a part of my fond memories. She will be missed by many.
I'm so sorry for your loss I'm praying for the family and friends
Stephanie:
So very sorry about the loss of your Mom. Aunt Jimmie and my mother Verda were sisters. And I always thought a great deal of your Mom, Charlotte and the fun we had playing and laughing at Sylamore Creek. It is hard I know, but God will give you strength and peace. Again I’m so sorry for your loss.
So many words to describe about Charlotte. She was a wonderful lady and so much more. So sorry to hear of her passing but she isn't suffering anymore and has joined so many family and friends in heaven. Prayers for the family she leaves behind. God bless you all.
Charolet was quite a lady and left a lasting impression on all who knew her. She will be missed. So sorry for your loss.
Charlotte was a sweet lady.Stephanie I am sorry for your loss.
Sweet Stephanie, Im so sorry for your loss. Praying for God to comfort you as only he can. Your Mom was so sweet, kind and happy everytime I saw her. She will be greatly missed.
My deepest condolences to all the family. I know she will be missed by so many. God’s blessings and comfort to all of you. Sondra Cownie
Charlotte will be missed by many. Her life touched so many others. May it help you to know that many share in your sadness over the loss such a wonderful lady and that special memories of her will live on with others. Carol R. Wade
My sympathy and prayers are with all of her loved ones and friends.......... she made a lot of friends and I know I will always remember her lovely smile when I would see her in the store. I pray for comfort and good memories.
My thoughts and prayers to all family. Sending heartfelt sympathy for this huge loss to all. May God give you grace and comforting in this difficult time. Deloris and Tom
May God Bless you, and Comfort you, in your time of Sorrow. I pray for you and your family, now, and always. âœï¸âœï¸âœï¸ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™
Kay, Susie, Stephanie, Nikki, Heather, Charles, I am so sorry for you loss. I have heard so many great stories of Charlotte. I know there is a celebration in heaven with her, Vernon and her parents. Love you all.
Charlotte was a continuation of a great tradition on the square of Mountain View these past 120 years. Her influence has touched the lives of many. Her bologna sandwiches were eaten with appreciation. Her fudge was the best. Her contributions to the Historical Society and her work in Genealogy is priceless. She was a friend to us all--Her stories a treasure. Charlotte will be missed.
I have many memories of going to the store with my aunt Mary Ledford on Saturday mornings and those memories were always so precious and Vernon and Charlotte were in them sorry for the family's loss she was a great woman loved by all and will be missed by many
Stephanie, Kay, Suzie and all the family, we are so very sorry for the loss of Charlotte. I only met her a few times but she made me feel
like we had always know each other for years. Your family is an amazing family. Love and prayers for all.
Dear Kay I am so sorry for the loss and my prayers will be with you and your family may God give you comfort and love
Susie and family: always visited with Charlotte and Vernon years ago. My mom Vauda couldn’t go to town without checking on Charlotte. Vernon went way too soon. Burrow family loved and respected them and all Lancaster family. Burns family as well. Praying for your family.
So sorry for your loss. Charlotte will be missed. She’s a huge part of our community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Charlotte was always at the store when we would pop in. Her laugh will be missed. Sondra
Sorry for your loss
Sorry for your loss she was special to me. We did a lot together for Stone County Historical Society. She loved to visit. Everyone loved going to the store and visit with her. She enjoyed everyone
Charlotte will be missed by many. She was an amazing woman. So sorry for your loss Stephanie, Susie, and Kay. Will miss seeing her when I come in. RIP cousin.
My condolences to the families. Ms Charlotte was one of a kind, a very smart business lady and quick witted as well. She will be missed in Mtn View by all. ðŸ™ðŸ™for all
Sharon
I offer prayers of comfort and strength during this time for the family. The one time I met Mrs. Charlotte she talked to me as if she had known me all my life.
Stephanie, Susie, and Kay the guiding light of a mother’s and sister's wisdom is a gift that lasts forever. I am deeply sorry for the loss of your mother and sister. As you know, the death of a of a loved one is something that you never will heal from in your life. I am praying for all of you during this time of grief. May the lessons your mother and sister gave you last a lifetime, may you always feel her spirit nearby and always feel her presence in your heart, and let the memories of her bring you comfort. She was a truly special woman that I am very honored and grateful to have known. I will always remember from the store. It will never be the same without her. Please know that I am praying for you during these difficult days. I love all of you. Betty
Mom (Maxine Poff), Joel and I send our condolences for your loss. Treasure your good memories.
Lean on God's strength and He will see you through this sad time. Loving prayers, Brenda
So many great memories of my sweet cousin. Many 4th of July’s spent camping at the creek, practical jokes (she was often the ringleader), and the closeness of family. Charlotte will be missed by so many who passed through her life. Praying for family and friends as they mourn her passing. Until we meet again!
You were a fantastic lady Charlotte and you will be missed by many.
Charlotte will be greatly missed. She was a special person and will be missed.
Blessings to the family.
Gerald
So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing no words or actions can heal you'r pain
My condolences Stephanie, your mom was the best in the world. She was always so kind to me. I will miss her stories and her laugh. She had an infectious laugh and smile.