of Conway, AR
April 29, 1928 - February 28, 2025
Faye Dean Paul Lawrence - Obituary
The world became a little less bright on February 28, 2025 as we said goodbye to our dear mother and nanny, Faye Dean Paul Lawrence, at the age of 96. She lived by showing kindness, grace, mercy, understanding and love to all who crossed her path.
Born April 29, 1928 to John Franklin and Beulah Duncan Paul, she was the fourth of eight children. Growing up she and her sisters loved to sing and harmonize together and this continued even in their adult years. She attended Vilonia School. On May 22, 1944 she married E.D. ''Kink'' Lawrence when she was only 16 years old. Faye Dean was a homemaker as her children grew up. In her later years she worked for Vilonia Public Schools in the cafeteria. After her retirement she helped care for her grandchildren and many of her great-grandchildren before they started to school or after school care. Watching her grandchildren and great-grandchildren play was the highlight of her day.
She was a faithful member of Liberty Church of Christ for many years.
She was preceded in death by her spouse of 47 years, E. D. 'Kink'' Lawrence; her parents, John F. and Beulah Duncan Paul; infant son, Micheal Ray Lawrence; her brothers, Herman'' Bud'' Paul and Andrew ''Sonny Buck'' Paul and sisters, Dorthy Paul, Laverne Goss, Marvell Martin and Erma Jean Hazel.
She has one surviving sister, Sylvia Wells.
She leaves her legacy with her son, Danny Joe Lawrence (Lana) and daughters, Judy Laverne Kelley (Ronnie) and Edie Diann Turner (Mike); Eight grandchildren, Candace Coleman, Lance (Vanessa) Lawrence, Daniel (Miranda) Lawrence, Katy (Bryan) Mullins, Becky (Alex) McNespey, John Andrew 'Andy'' (Lori) Kelley, Jacob (Melinda) Turner and Clay (Kara) Turner and fifteen great- grandchildren. Her family extends to many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren who she welcomed into her home and heart.
Faye Dean had a warm, friendly personality with an open heart, joy in her soul and a light easy laugh. Those who knew her would describe her as an angel on this earth. She wanted to make everyone feel welcome and ''at home''. Whether she was cooking in her kitchen, sewing, or working outside, she left an unforgettable mark on family, friends and anyone who was fortunate enough to be a part of her home, especially her kitchen or her front porch.
A visitation will be at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 from 6-8:00pm. The funeral service will be at Liberty Church of Christ in Conway on Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 10:00am. Interment will be in Crestlawn Memorial Park, Conway.
The family would like to especially thank the owners and staff at Magnolia Landing in Greenbrier for their abundant kindness, love and care shown to our mother. Also, a special thank you to the nurses and staff with Gentiva Hospice Care.
To order a DVD copy of this video memorial, please contact our funeral home at + 15013277727.
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17 Condolence(s)
BONNIE HOLLOWAY
Sunday, March 9, 2025
Judy and family: so sad to hear of your loss. I will be keeping you all in my prayers. God bless you!
Katie Stacy
Saturday, March 8, 2025
My sister and I were her Avon ladies several years ago.. she was always so special to us. We also had Mrs Marvell as well. They were special ladies. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Laynette Bruce and Judy Viereck
Saturday, March 8, 2025
My mother and I lived beside Ms. Faye Dean for over 50 years and she will be greatly missed! Our thoughts prayers and love to her family
Jeanene Shepherd
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
I was so blessed to call Faye Dean my friend. I will truly miss her. Love to all of her family.
Larry and Kathlyn Arnett
Monday, March 3, 2025
Our hearts are sad for your family. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort. Sending love -
Buckley & Theresa McDuffee
Monday, March 3, 2025
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with each and every member of the Lawrence family.
Paulette Bryant
Monday, March 3, 2025
Judy and family you are in my thoughts and prayers. Sending hugs
Sonja and Wayne Healy
Monday, March 3, 2025
Our prayers and condolences to the family. A lovely lady will be missed.
Charlotte Vann
Monday, March 3, 2025
There is no greater tribute than being remembered as a loving, Christian mother, grandmother, and great- grandmother. What a wonderful legacy filled with memories for all of your family to enjoy. God bless all who loved Mrs Lawrence with peace and comfort and as you celebrate her life.
Linda Hicks
Monday, March 3, 2025
Our neighborhood lost a light. We all will miss seeing her riding her great grandchildren around on her cart and the roadside chats. Her smile was warm and her laugh contagious. We are all so sorry.
Doris Hoffman Huthins
Monday, March 3, 2025
What a perfect description of Faye Dean in her obituary! That's the lady I remember so well. Sending love and condolences to her family.
Carla Wilson Evans
Monday, March 3, 2025
Lawrence family, Faye Dean was such a special woman. I was blessed to get to know her during our time at Liberty. Loved her so much!!
Sandra Nelson
Monday, March 3, 2025
I’m so sorry to hear the passing of Ms. Lawrence. I’m sure she will be dearly missed by all of her family, relatives and friends. She was such a beautiful lady inside and out!
Robert or Tammy Peters
Monday, March 3, 2025
Our sincere condolences to the Lawrence Family.
Prayers for you all.
CINDY CLARK
Sunday, March 2, 2025
Such a beautiful lady. It was such a privilege getting to know her. I have many found memories of time we spent together.Your families are in our prayers. Much Love Cindy
Sharon Robertson
Saturday, March 1, 2025
Edie and Family Very sorry to read of your mother's passing. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. May she rest in Eternal peace.
Elton and Sharon Robertson
Sherry Clements
Saturday, March 1, 2025
I’m so sorry for your loss praying for you all. I had many fond memories of her growing up as a kid with Papa Bud.