Lawrence Price

Lawrence L. Price Sr. of Meadville died January 3, 2016. He was born in Jefferson, Ohio on October 14, 1930. A son of Richard E. Price and Anna May Wiser Price. He married the love of his life, the girl next door, Lois Deshner on April 28, 1950 and she survives. They were married for 65 ½ years. He was of the Protestant faith and once held Elder at the U.P. Church of the Redeemer. He was a graduate of Meadville Vo-tech school in 1948. He retired from Alltel of Meadville in October 1992 after 44 ½ years of service. He was a member of Local Union 2089 IBW. He was a past representative of the Crawford County Labor Council. A veteran of the Korean War serving in Heavy Mortar Company 112th Infantry 28 Division. He was a wild life conservation officer with the PA Game Commission for 32 years. He was a life member of the V.F.W. Post 2006, having served on the Board of Directors. Bud was a life member of the Meadville Club, Meadville Sportsmen Club, and the N.R.A. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, and gardener. A loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, He was always there for his family and his grandkids. He took great pride in helping raise his grandchildren. Lawrence is survived by his wife, Lois Price. His children: Patti Price of Meadville, Lawrence L. Price Jr. (Patti) of Saegertown, and Mark R. Price of Meadville. His grandchildren: Amy Snow (Bobby) of Lake City, Austin Price, Grady Price, and Gage Price all of Meadville. Great-grandchildren: Piper Snow and Ruby Snow. Brother: Henry Price (Nancy) of Meadville, and Russell Price of Buffalo. He was proceeded in death by his parents, his sister, Jean Martin, and brother, Paul Price. Ryan M. Warren Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., has been entrusted with the care of arrangements. No calling hours will be held. A remembrance service will be private and held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the V.F.W. Post 2006. Please take a moment to share a memory or condolence with the family on Lawrence's Book of Memories at www.warrenfh.com.