of Ann Arbor, Michigan, age 92, died Friday, September 4, 2020 at her home. She was born March 4, 1928 in Flat Rock, MI, the daughter of Harry Christian & Alice L. (Osmun) Anderson. Patricia attended Flat Rock High School, where she enjoyed playing basketball. She lived in many different areas, including Iowa, Grayling, in a remote area near Mio, Dexter, and finally Ann Arbor. Pat worked at Head Start in Dexter, and later at TJ Max, JC Penney, Meijer (all in Ann Arbor). She attended Dexter Gospel Church.
On Nov. 2, 1946, she married William Henry Lawrence Jr. in Ohio, and he preceded her in death on May 19, 1983. Survivors include 2 sons, Orrin “David” Lawrence of Ann Arbor, Steven Lawrence of Ann Arbor; 4 daughters, Linda (Ivan) Laraway of Ann Arbor, Laura Southwell of Pinckney, Alice Lawrence of Ann Arbor, Nancy Lawrence of Ann Arbor; 9 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandsons; and many nieces & nephews. Patricia was preceded in death by a son, Bill; 2 brothers, Robert and Harry “Daniel” Anderson.
A private service will be held at Dexter Gospel Church. Memorial contributions may be made to Dexter Gospel Church, 2253 Baker Rd, Dexter, MI 48130. Arrangements by Cole Funeral Chapel.
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