Russel M. Lawrence, Sr.

Colonie- Russel M. Lawrence,Sr., 88, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2018 at his home surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. The son of the late Elbert and Rachel (Decker) Lawrence, Russel was born on April 23, 1930 in Westport, NY. Russel is predeceased by his wife Judith W. Lawrence of 59 years. He is survived by his children, Christy (Bill) Clairmont, Chip (Christine) Lawrence and Paige (Debbie) Lawrence; he is the very loved grandfather of Denise (Keith Arnold) Clairmont Carr, Kelley (Todd) Gilbert, Christopher (Nikki Joseph) Clairmont, Meagan (Matt) McGowan, Royce (Margaret) Lawrence, Jennifer (Steve) White and Ryan (Brittany) Lawrence; his brother, Elbridge Lawrence. He is also survived by 12 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited and may call on Thursday, October 4, 2018 from 4 pm to 7 pm at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie. A celebration of Russel's life will take place at 7 pm at the funeral home. Interment service will be private at the convenience of the family.
Memorial contributions in Russel's memory may be made to the Community Hospice, Gift Processing Center, 310 S. Manning Blvd., Albany, NY 12208.