LeRoy F. Lawrence, “Lee”

Resident of Luther Manor, died January 19, 2012. He was born in Pine City, MN, the son of Richard and Toni (nee Jacob) Lawrence. He grew up in Waupaca, WI, and was a graduate of that high school. He attended the University of Wisconsin and several vocational schools. He worked for APV Crepaco in Lake Mills, WI, for 46 years as an engineering draftsman, and as office manager and accountant. He was active in Boy Scouting for 41 years and held the Silver Beaver award. He served three years as a Tech Sergeant in the Army Corps of Engineers during World War II, with some duty in Europe. He was a member of Lake Mills United Methodist Church and Jefferson County Masonic Lodge No. 9 F. & A.M., Henry L. Palmer Masonic Lodge No. 301 F. & A.M. (serving many years as Chaplain), Wisconsin Scottish Rite Bodies, Tripoli Temple, and the Retired Mens Club of Wauwatosa. He was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy, his parents, five brothers, and one sister. The last member of his immediate family, he is survived by several nieces and nephews, and many friends. His body was cremated.A Memorial Gathering will be held at Luther Manor, Faith and Education Building, 4545 North 92nd Street, on Friday, January, 27 at 10:00 AM. Masonic Service conducted by Henry L. Palmer Lodge No. 301 F. & A.M. at 11:00 AM, followed by a religious service.