Charles R. "Skip" Lawrence, Jr.
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Charles R. "Skip" Lawrence, Jr., 83, of Narvon, passed away on Wednesday, December 9th, 2020 at The Gardens of Stevens in Denver, PA. He was the beloved husband of Ruth Lawrence, with whom he shared 41 years of marriage.
Born in Coatesville, he was the son of the late Alice E. (Warner) and Charles R. Lawrence, Sr. He was a graduate of Scott High School and earned a bachelor's degree after attending West Chester State and LeTourneau University.
He served honorably in the US Army from 1955 to 1957.
Skip worked as a banker at First National Bank of Chester Valley, Provident Bank, PNC Bank, Brandywine Savings, and Blue Ball National Bank. After retiring from banking, he drove school bus until 2012.
He was a life member of Washies Fire Co in Coatesville and Caernarvon Fire Co. He was a member of the Coatesville Optimist Club and volunteered as Santa for many years at Chester County Intermediate Unit.
Throughout the years, Skip belonged to Olivet Methodist Church, Church of the Nazarene, and Bridgeville Evangelical Congregational Church.
He is survived, in addition to his wife, by seven children: Joseph Lawrence of Honey Brook, Pa., William Pugh of Manhattan, KS., Kenneth Pugh of Pennsburg, Pa., Rebecca Sagnor of Parkesburg, Pa., Mark Pugh of Ephrata, Pa., Robert Pugh of Fort Worth, TX., and John Lawrence of Churchtown, Pa.; 15 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and siblings, Linda Lawrence Smith of Downingtown and Debra Lawrence Jones of Pulaski, VA.
A visitation will be held on Friday, December 18th, 2020 from 11 AM until 12 noon at Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St., Parkesburg, PA. A service will be announced at a date in the spring of 2021.
In order to protect those at-risk, please wear a face mask and practice social distancing while at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration at their website www.theaftd.org
Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
Condolences
Charles Lawrence
I (Debbie) have fond memories of Skip at the Howe Reunions when I was a youngster. I remember his cheerful smile the most. We are thinking and praying for you all during this difficult time. With love and sympathy, Pat and Debbie (Powell) McCormick
My sincere sympathies to
My sincere sympathies to skips family Many years of bus 🚌 driving
Skip was a pleasure to know
Skip was a pleasure to know for me. We drive bud together. He would offer me at time words of wisdom and I never realized how educated he was. It all makes much more sense and I appreciate the friendship! Rest In Peace!
Skip
Skip was so sweet to me when I started driving bus. Always offering advice and helping clean my back windows. He always had a smile and loved his kids. He was always there for everyone. He had a heart of gold. Rest in peace dear friend.
Deepest Sympathy
Skip was the first smiling face our son was greeted with as he boarded Bus 25 on his first day of first grade in 2010. Our son learned a lot about listening, following directions and being respectful from Skip and for that I will always be grateful.
Our deepest sympathy to your family. May you always hold the memories close to your heart.
Kerry, Cherie & Eian Mindy
Heartfelt Sympathy
My heartflelt sympathy to Mrs.Ruth Lawrence, the family, frineds and all whose lives were positively impacted by "Skip" Lawrence.
"Skip" will be deeply missed by so many. He was a humble man that impacted so many lives. "Skip" loved his family, was a faithful man, enjoyed many friendships, inspired people.and always willing to help his communities. "Skip" was always quick to offer a welcoming handshake and smile. He was straight across the board. Matter of fact speaking. His laughter was hearty. Part chuckle and a delight. "Skip" was one to give great advice. If you followed it, you were happy. If you did not, you lived with your decision and told him.
As a Generational Family Banker, "Skip" was deeply respected and sought after for his expertise. He was a brilliant Financier. "Skip" would be recruited by various fiduciary institutions and relocate across the Tri-County area of Chester, Lancaster and Berks Counties. "Skip" would move and individuals and families would follow him. He continuosly maintained the role of a entrusted advisor. Being such an engaging individual, "Skip" was never a stranger anywhere. I recall him being active with the Lions Club and he volunteered with his local Fire Company. Always involved trying to make someone's day, his communities and the world better every day. "Skip" was a visionary. He could see what was, what may be and what should be. He was truly gifted and skilled.
"Skip" was my first Banker, at 6 years old, with my mackerel jar full of coins. His guidance and advise, I sought easily. He was like a Dad to me. He was a compass, to me and many others. Many major life decisions came with a meeting and discussion with "Skip". There is a part of my heart that is broken. I have missed those talks with his long illness. No one misses those more than his wife and family, I know. "Skip" was exceptional. He was a blessing. What a MAN.
A huge, sincere Thank You to Mrs. Lawrence and The Family. Thank You, for sharing "Skip" with the world. We are all immensely grateful and better for knowing him. May G-D comfort you and give you strength, on your journey, in the days ahead. One empty chair, Good Memories. Love. Peace.
Thanks Tatiana
Thank you Tatiana for your kind words. They are very comforting. I dearly loved my big brother and it takes my breath away when I reflect on all that he was involved in and all the good he did. I will miss him terribly!
Our deepest sympathies
Our heartfelt sympathies to Skips family and friends. Remembering all the happy times at ourHow reunion. Skip was such a kind and pleasant person.
Rest In Peace.
Doug and Cheryl Root Dennis
Remembering Skip
I had the pleasure of working with Skip at the National Bank of Chester Valley many years ago. I remember him being kind and helpful to everyone. I haven't seen him for a long time, but will remember his smiling face. Nancy Brown Prayers for his family. So sorry.