Carroll Edmunde Lawrence

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Roller-Chenal Funeral Home
13801 Chenal Parkway
Little Rock, AR  72211
Thursday, February 15, 2007
6:00 - 8:00 P.M.
Service Schedule
Roller-Chenal Funeral Home Chapel
13801 Chenal Parkway
Little Rock, AR  72211
Friday, February 16, 2007
1:00 P.M.
Cemetery
Riverwood Memorial Gardens
301 Carnahan Drive
Maumelle, AR  72113
Carroll Edmunde Lawrence

of Little Rock, AR

May 2, 1937 - February 13, 2007

Carroll Edmunde Lawrence, 69, of Little Rock, passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2007, from complications of diabetes. He was born on May 2, 1937 in Great Bend, Kansas to Elmer C. and Naomi L. Lawrence. He was a member of Highland Valley United Methodist Church. Carroll was a graduate of F. J. Reitz High School and the University of Evansville, Evansville, Indiana, where he was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon. He pursued a career in marketing and management. Prior to retiring from Diebold, Inc., he was instrumental in the success of the Automatic Teller Machine while working as Regional Sales Manager for the West Coast.

His love of the outdoors carried through to hunting, fishing, golf and scouting where he was an adult Scout Leader. He was a member of Lessing Masonic Lodge #464, Evansville, Indiana, Scimitar Shrine Center and the Jester's Court 12.

He is survived by his wife, Ethel; mother Naomi; and Aunt, Doris Bailey, of Comanche, Oklahoma. Surviving children are Brenda Bueno (Mario) of Lake Orion, Michigan; David Lawrence-Kuehn (Alan Trugman) of Yarmouth Port, Massachusetts; Kelly Douglas (Bob) of Rockport, Indiana; and Gene Lawrence (Susie ) of Union Grove, Alabama; grandchildren, Michelle Moore, Nichole Smith (Josh), Josh Douglas (Jennifer Hancock), Bradley Moore, Kayla and Taylor Lawrence; great grandchildren, Isaiah Douglas and Kylie and Peyton Smith. He is also survived by his mother-in-law, Ruby Warner; three sisters-in-law; three brothers-in-law, as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, February 16, 2007, at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home Chapel, (501)224-8300 with Dr. Kurt Boggan officiating. A Jester White Rose and a Masonic Ceremony will be held. Burial will be at Riverwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home.

Memorial donations may be made to Shrine Hospitals for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, Florida 33607, Scimitar Shrine Temple Memorials, #1 Scimitar Circle, Little Rock, Arkansas 72209, or the American Diabetes Association , 320 Executive Court, Suite 104, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205.


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Don Meadows
Lewisville, TX
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Monday, February 19, 2007

I cannot think of a word that better describes Carroll than the word "fun". He was always fun to be around, because as Gene said in his eulogy, Carroll was all about people. In his career, he never let the bad side of business change the way he supported those that worked for and with him. He always sought out the positive side of good people and that is where he lived. He was one of a handful of people that I can call a true friend and Brenda and I are so very fortunate to have had him in our lives.

Larry and Tommie Elsey
McKinney, TX
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Friday, February 16, 2007

When we look back over the years at all of the good times we have had, Carroll and Ethel are usually part of what we call the "classics". How could we ever forget the Kentucky Derby parties, Skiing at Angel Fire and on and on. Although we will miss Carroll , we will always have these great memories. God bless the family and our love to all. Larry & Tommie

John Murphy
Aurora, CO
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Thursday, February 15, 2007

Heartfelt condolences to you Ethel and the family of our good friend Carroll Lawrence. Carroll and I were peer managers at Diebold for many years. I always enjoyed our business meetings and social events during that time. Carroll had natural business acumen linked to wisdom and common sense. We all benefited from his presence and we will surely miss him.

Debby Harder
Allen, TX
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Thursday, February 15, 2007

Ethel, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Carroll was such a fun person and he will be missed by all who knew him. Remember all your State Farm friends are thinking of you and we hope to see you soon. Debby

Sandy Kent
Plano, TX
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Thursday, February 15, 2007

Ethel, my prayers are with you. I truly understand what a difficult time this is for you. With time, it does get better. Carroll was a great guy and fought a hard battle. Your friend in Plano.

Miriam McDermott
San Francisco, CA
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Thursday, February 15, 2007

My deepest condolences and prayers are with you. I met Carroll while working at Diebold, he was a mentor at the beginning of my career and an inspiration through out. Carroll taught me to laugh at myself and to find the best in all situations. He will be truly missed.

Ed and Lorry Perkins
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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Wednesday, February 14, 2007

Ethel, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Carroll was a great man to work with and we feel blessed to have known you and Caroll. Love and Prayers Ed and Lorry

Adcock family
Mabelvale, AR
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Wednesday, February 14, 2007

Ethel, know that our prayers are with you right now. Carroll was a wonderful man and has fought a good fight. We will all miss him. We love you Ethel. Wayne, Carolyn, Matt

Don & Nita Wallace
Little Rock, AR
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Wednesday, February 14, 2007

Ethel, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. love, Don and Nita