Betty Louise Holcombe Lawrence
October 19, 1925 ~ September 25, 2019
Born in:
Burnsville, NC
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Asheville Butterfly TrailBetty Louise Holcombe Lawrence, 93, passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2019, at the WNC Baptist Retirement Home.
She was born in Burnsville, the third child of the late Lee and Pansy Holcombe, but had lived most of her life in Asheville. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Robert “Bob” Lawrence, her sister Marie Watts, and her brother, Kenneth “Bud” Holcombe.
She was co-owner along with her husband of Bob Lawrence Power Equipment for 45 years. She was a member of West Asheville Baptist Church. Her faith and family were the most important things in her life. She was very active in her church in her younger years. Her husband and children could not have had a better wife and mother.
She lived her faith and showed everyone around her how they were more important than she was. She was a wonderful cook and always had enough food to feed as many people as Robert would bring home with him. She loved to bake and with Robert being a diabetic she made many pound and rum cakes and was always giving them away. She loved to go antiquing and her home was adorned with her wonderful finds.
Surviving are her sons, Robert C. Lawrence, Jr. (Bee) of Asheville and James A. Lawrence (Karrie) of Charlotte; daughter Virginia L. Wilkinson (Lee) of Asheville; grandchildren, Ashley Lawrence, Jake Hall (Julianne), Tiffany Vanerstrom (Scott), Rob Hall (Caitlin), Bryan Lawrence and great-grandson, James Dillon Hall.
The family expresses their appreciation to Joland Phillips, Hilda House and Vronda King for all of the loving kindness they bestowed upon Betty. They were angels.
There will be a private family service conducted by the Rev. Dr. Stan Welch at a later date at the Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to West Asheville Baptist Church Legacy Fund, 926 Haywood Road, Asheville, NC 28806.
Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue is assisting the family.
We extend our sympathy and love to each member of Betty’s family. She was a precious Christian and a dear friend of our family. She will always remain in our memory as one of the best cooks we have ever known. But more importantly, she was faithful to her Lord and to His church. She was a great encourager and supporter of her Pastor. We will be praying for you in the days ahead.
Ellen Johnson and the James H. Johnson Family
Please accept my dearest sympathy in the passing of Mrs. Lawrence. Her and Mr. Lawrence were both such faithful servants to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. God’s blessings and comfort to the family.
I pray for God’s Peace and Comfort to be with you Virginia, Bobby, Jimmy, and the rest of the family. I love you all greatly, Love the Little Sister, Jo
To Betty’s family,
I became acquainted with Betty many years ago as she & my mama had worked together (Ila Parham). Later I got to see her often as I was one of the nurses that took care of her mother at Aston Park HCC. Betty was one of the sweetest & nicest people I had ever got to know & I know she will be missed. Cherish your memories. It is so hard to give up your mother but know God had other plans for her. I lost my mama 3 years ago so I understand how you feel. My sympathy to all of you.
Bobby you and all the family will be in my prayers. I have such wonderful memories of your parents as I grew up in West Asheville Baptist Church. May God give you peace and strength that only He can provide.
My sincere condolences to all of Betty’s family. She will be remembered for the sweet spirit she conveyed to everyone. I remember she and Bob very well from our worship together at West Asheville Baptist Church. When my late husband, Alvin entered the gospel ministry, Bob and Betty were very supportive of our ministry. Many times when we came to Asheville, we stopped to see Bob at Bob Lawrence Power. Alvin would always be given a sweet donation before we left. The finest and best. Love and precious memories to you all.
Priscilla Morgan
Bob and Bee, we are sorry for your loss and are thinking of you during this time do saddness.
We extend our love to Betty’s family during this difficult time. So many wonderful memories Pete & I share of your sweet parents as we served together at WABC. Praying for God to give peace and strength to all the family.
Virginia and family, I am so sorry to see of your mom’s passing. I remember coming to your house with my mom selling Avon and visiting. I always looked up to you as a young girl. She will be missed by many but what a reunion our parents are having in heaven together!! Love and prayers in the days ahead.
Bobby, Virginia and Jimmy…
My sincere condolences to you and all your family. Your Mom was a special lady, an inspiration to so many. My thoughts and prayers are with you.