Lawrence G. James, 91, Fairmount, passed away on Monday, May 9, 2022, at his residence. He was born in Muncie, Indiana, on April 19, 1931, to Lyle and Veda (Hazzard) James.
Lawrence graduated from Marion High School in 1950. He was a member of American Legion Post 313. Then proudly served his country in the United States Marines from 1951-1953. Lawrence worked at Chrysler for several years until retiring. He was previously married to Stella Maxine Coble.
Lawrence enjoyed woodworking and spending time with his grandchildren, they meant the world to him. He was all about his family and loved having everyone together. Lawrence loved airplanes. In his younger years, he built, tinkered with, and owned an airplane. Lawrence loved to decorate and entertain for Halloween. He also enjoyed swinging on his front porch with his dog, Jinx. Lawrence was a kind-hearted man with a good sense of humor.
Survivors include his children, Teri L. James, Bryan James, Shannon Kathleen (Randy) Williams, and Lisa Coble (David) Chapman; 11 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Latisha James, and ex-wife, Stella Maxine (Sherman Wayne) Coble.
The family will receive visitors from 11 am to 1 pm on Saturday, May 14, 2022 at Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral Service, Storey Chapel 400 E. Main St., Gas City, IN.
Immediately following the time of visitation, a service to celebrate Lawrence’s life will begin at 1 pm. Burial will take place at Park Cemetery in Fairmount, IN.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Marion-Grant County Humane Society P.O. Box 1921, Marion, IN 46952.
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