of Marshall, AR
February 9, 1941 - January 15, 2026
Billy Gene Lawrence, 84, of Marshall, Arkansas was born on February 09, 1941 in Big Flat, Arkansas to the late Marvin and Eunice (Balentine) Lawrence and passed from this life on January 15, 2026 in Conway, Arkansas. He was a veteran of the United States Army during the Vietnam era and was instrumental in survival training for innumerable recruits that went to war. Bill distinguished himself as a senior lineman for Petit Jean Electric, having worked for them for 32 years.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife of almost 60 years, Mrs. Karen Lawrence, three children; Stephen Lawrence (Shanna), Sabrina Whitley (Butch), Katrina King (Brock), eleven grandchildren, nine great grandchildren with one on the way, one brother, David Lawrence, other relatives and a host of dear friends.
A memorial service will be held in his honor at a later date.
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11 Condolence(s)
Debby Williams
Sunday, January 18, 2026
Karen, Katrina, and family, so very sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed seeing and speaking with Bill when he came to the clinic. He would tell some pretty good stories, always a delight. He is now resting in the arms of Jesus, no more pain, no more worries, and probably entertaining a few around him. My prayers for y'all as you make this transition without Bill, but we know he is with you and watching over all of y'all.
Tollie and Sue Sutterfield
Sunday, January 18, 2026
Karen, we are praying for peace and comfort during this time. We are going to miss our dear friend and classmate. He was always a nice guy and a good student too. We will miss the times we got to share a meal together and the times of reminiscing over school days in Big Flat. We want you to know we tell everyone what a wonderful wife you were and how you cared for Bill during these latter years of his physical ailment. You can rest knowing you have no regrets. What a blessing you were to him! We also honor his service to our country! May the Lord be close to you during the days ahead and know we will always love you.
SHIRLEY--EARL BARNES
Sunday, January 18, 2026
PRAYER FOR BILL'S FAMILY. BILL WAS MY SECOND COUSIN AND A COUPLE OF YEARS OLDER BUT I CALL HIM A FRIEND. PRAYERS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY.
Eddie, and Kathy Morrison
Saturday, January 17, 2026
We are so sorry to hear about Bill passing away. We send Karen, and
all of his family our deepest sympathy, and prayers.
George Sutterfield
Saturday, January 17, 2026
So sorry for your loss. Remembering our days at Big Flat School, Bill was tops in everything he was involved in. Prayers for all.
Laura Grimes
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Karen & Family. I was so sorry to hear about the loss of Bill. My prayers are with you all. I pray God gives you all comfort & peace.
Mazie (Sutterfield) Lee
Friday, January 16, 2026
I am so sorry for your loss. I pray for comfort and for good memories to help along the way. He was a good ole Big Flat school boy. In this picture he surely favors his more Eunice but he always favored his dad. I loved his parents and his brother was a year younger than me. I know he will need our prayers also.
sam pemberton
Friday, January 16, 2026
Very sorry for your loss, he was a very good friend will be missed
Larry G. George
Friday, January 16, 2026
I am so very sorry for you and your family’s loss. Our prayers are for you and your family.
Toni Graham Cowles
Friday, January 16, 2026
Karen and family, so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Hugs to you all. Bill was a one of a kind person. May the lord wrap you in his arms during this time. Love to you all.
Wesley and Loretta Smith
Friday, January 16, 2026
Karen and kids, Loretta and I are very sorry for your loss of Bill. Bill will be missed by lots of people