Lawrence Walton Memorial Tribute

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Celebrating The Life

Saturday, September 26, 2020 11:00 am

Holy Temple Ministries 1128 E. Dempster Ave Memphis, Tn 38106

February 24, 1946

t September 17, 2020

Obituary

Lawrence E. Walton, an entrepreneur was born February 24, 1946 to Elmo and Sally Taylor in Somerville, Tennessee.

He moved to Memphis, TN with his family while still a young child.

Lawrence accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior in his early years. He was baptized at his home church, Pleasant Hill in Somerville, Tn. He later graduated from Douglass High School in 1964. Lawrence went on to serve his country as Recruit Chief Petty Officer in the United States Navy, leaving with an honorable discharge after his tour of duty.

In October of 1998, Lawrence married Helen (Townsend). They enjoyed 21 years of marriage.

In 2015, Lawrence moved his membership to Holy Temple Ministries under the leadership of Michael German. He served in various roles at Holy Temple until such time that his health failed.

During his stay on earth he touched many lives in a way that will never be forgotten, especially his dear mother, Sally. The Lord gifted him with a kind, caring and loving personality, which enlarged his circle of friends. He never met a stranger. His love for people was unwavering. He had a passion for motorcycles, fast cars, his family and his church. To know him was to love him.

Lawrence departed this life Thursday, September 17, 2020 in the comfort of his home. He was preceded in death by his father Elmo Taylor, his brother Issac Taylor and his favorite uncle John Taylor.

He leaves to cherish his memories: his mother, Sally Taylor; his wife, Helen; three children Alicia Deener, Anthony (Andrea) Walton and Angela Walton-Gross; nine grandchildren Alexander Jeter, Andrew Jeter, Aston Deener, Anthony Walton Jr, Brandon Wright, Briana Wright, Me’Asha Relliford, Jordyn and Jaimee Gross, great grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends.

I’ve done my work, I’ve sung my song, I’ve done some good, I’ve done some wrong and I shall go where I belong. The Lord has willed it so. He knows my soul, so weak and blind, so full of fears and mortal mind. And he will lead, and shall find. The way to him I know.

He guides my step, and he knows best. He will not harm where he is blest. And so goodnight. I’ll take rest. Where sweet wild roses grow.

Order of Service

Prelude Processional...............................................................................................................................................Pallbearers and family Old & New Testament Scripture Prayer........................................................................................................................Pastor Michael German, Holy Temple Ministries Selection............................................................................................................................................................................Pamela Seals Expressions Mother Board........................................................................................................................................Mother Lula Danner Deacon Board................................................................................................................................................Deacon Smooth Friend................................................................................................................................................... Willie G. Washington Brother.......................................................................................................................................................Edward Townsend Nephew.......................................................................................................................................................... Cedric Johnson Cousin..................................................................................................................................................... Beverly Williamson Friend............................................................................................................................................... Lavenia Upshaw-Echols Cousin..............................................................................................................................................................Clifton Brown Words of Comfort........................................................................................................................ Minister Trakeysha Houston Acknowledgements...........................................................................................................................................Angela Douglass Selection......................................................................................................................Johnathan Taylor, Holy Temple Ministries Eulogy.............................................................................................................Pastor Michael German, Holy Temple Ministries Recessional There will be no viewing following the Eulogy Dove release

In Loving Memory of My Husband Thank you for your endless love That helps me through each day And thank you for the memories that never fade away.

You’re the man I loved And I was proud to be your wife.

And every day in some small way I celebrate your life.

And though it’s sad to think about The way things were before When we’re reunited I will be forever more.

Love Boo

In Loving Memory of my Son Of all the special gifts of life, however great or small, to have you as my son, was the greatest gift of all.

A special time, a special face, a Special Son I can’t replace.

With an aching heart, I whisper low.

I miss you Son, and love you so.

Dear Dad, I thought of you today, but that is nothing new.

I thought about you yesterday and days before that too.

I think of you in silence, I often speak your name.

All I have are memories and a picture in a frame, your memory is a keepsake from which I’ll never part.

God has you in his arms I have you in my heart.

Notice of a Change of Address Dear Family and Friends: Please be advised that I have moved. I received a call from God informing me that my new home was complete. Jesus Christ has given final approval, and it was only He I needed to see.

On September 17, 2020, my Father delivered me into my new residence. No surprises! It is located on an exclusive estate behind a beautiful pearly gate. Of course you know the streets are paved with gold and every day is Sunday, just like you have been told. The trees are filled with fruit and grace with God’s beauty to behold.

I’ll continue to have my talks with Jesus and thank Him for his love, and pray that you will join me in this beautiful place above. I have no more pain and heartache, no discontent or strife; just joy unspeakable joy every day in this new life. I dine at the Master’s bountiful table and listen to a heavenly choir; we rejoice and give God’s praises, each and every hour.

So my family and friends, as I await your arrival here, just know that God does love you, stay strong and do not fear.

My new address is: Lawrence E. Walton 111 Pearly Gate Way Peacefulville, Heaven 88888 P.S. Remember, “ For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” John 3:16

Acknowledgements

For comforting us in sadness, for lifting us in prayer, for warm hugs and tokens of love, or for simply being there - we extend our heartfelt thanks to you, with a love that shall never cease.

May God reward you abundantly and continue to give us peace.

The Family of Lawrence Walton

Active Pallbearers Dwight Smith (Smitty)

Leon West Rodney Washington Titus Dunning (T.D.)

Larry O’Kelly Marion Young (Ghost)

Repast 1775 Pyramid Place Suite 105 Memphis, Tn 38132

Professional Services M.J. Edwards Funeral Home 4445 Stage Road Memphis, TN 38128

Honorable Pallbearers Travis Brown

Edric Cole Herbert Mosley

Kenneth Wilhite

Interment Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at 9:30 am

West Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery 4000 Forest Hill Irene Rd, Memphis, TN 38125

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