Brockton – Robert F. Lawrence, Sr. 84, died Wednesday July 30 after a period of failing health. He was the beloved husband of 52 years to the late Jean R. (O’Gorman) Lawrence.
Born in Boston he was the son of the late Melvin and Catherine (McGuire) Lawrence.
He was a proud Veteran having served as a Corporal in the US Army from 1951-1953.
Prior to his retirement he had proudly served on the Boston Police Department, for over 32 years.
Robert was a longtime resident of Brockton where he and his wife Jean raised their 5 children and were well known for the Christmas decorations at their home, attracting visitors from all over the area.
He was talented jewelry maker and craftsman and happily shared his talents with family and friends, and had enjoyed cooking for everyone as well, and had enjoyed his many vacations to the New Hampshire and White Mountains.
He loved to visit with family and never hesitated to offer his help. He was truly a kind hearted man and his goal was to help anyone he could. He will be missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his loving children Karen Corcoran of Georgia, Cheryl Gouthro and her husband John of Scituate, Robert Lawrence, Jr. and his wife Jane of Attleboro, Paul Lawrence and his fiancée Connie of Tennessee and Christine Poillucci and her husband James of Assonet. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
His services will be held Tuesday August 5 at 9 AM from the Blanchard Funeral Chapel, Plymouth Street (Rte. 58 @ the rotary) Whitman, followed by a funeral mass at 10 AM in St. John’s Church, East Bridgewater. Burial will follow in Central Cemetery, East Bridgewater. Visiting hours will be held Monday August 4 from 4-8 PM.