Obituary for Allen R. Lawrence Sr.
Allen “Big Al” R. Lawrence, Sr., 75, of Glastonbury and Tolland, CT passed away on January 8, 2022, with his family by his side. He was married to the love of his life, MaryAnn (Wilkos) Lawrence for 55 years. Allen leaves behind his beloved son Allen Lawrence, Jr., and his wife Christy, his granddaughter Kayleigh, as well as his great-grandson and best buddy Kayden. He is also survived by his brother William and his wife June, brother-in-law Joseph, sister-in-law Joanne, and many nieces and nephews.
In early 2020, he lost his daughter Sherri which hurt him deeply. Allen is also pre-deceased by his brothers Robert and Peter, brother-in-law Gary, sister-in-law Claire, and nephews Dennis and Tracy.
Big Al was born in Hartford and raised in Glastonbury before settling in Tolland for over 45 years. A staple in the community, Allen was a local business owner for over two decades. He was a member of several local clubs and associations where he spent time with numerous close friends who enjoyed a great game of cards. Always staying busy, Allen also worked for Hertz rental car at Bradley airport where he was a smiling face for all those coming and going from his home state. His family and friends have fond memories of Big Al including trips to Mohegan Sun or Foxwoods, summers by the family pool, and chasing after his great-grandson, something that always made him happy.
Calling hours are being held at Tolland Memorial Funeral Home, 375 Merrow Road, Tolland on Friday, January 14, 2022 from 5:00–7:00 p.m., with a Funeral Home Service taking place on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at 11:00 a.m., at the same location. Burial will follow at St. Bernard’s Cemetery, Vernon. The family is requesting masks to be worn during services. In place of a reception, the family will be having a Celebration of Life at a later date. The family would especially like to thank the members of the Tolland Fire Department. For online condolences please visit www.pietrasfuneralhome.com.
In early 2020, he lost his daughter Sherri which hurt him deeply. Allen is also pre-deceased by his brothers Robert and Peter, brother-in-law Gary, sister-in-law Claire, and nephews Dennis and Tracy.
Big Al was born in Hartford and raised in Glastonbury before settling in Tolland for over 45 years. A staple in the community, Allen was a local business owner for over two decades. He was a member of several local clubs and associations where he spent time with numerous close friends who enjoyed a great game of cards. Always staying busy, Allen also worked for Hertz rental car at Bradley airport where he was a smiling face for all those coming and going from his home state. His family and friends have fond memories of Big Al including trips to Mohegan Sun or Foxwoods, summers by the family pool, and chasing after his great-grandson, something that always made him happy.
Calling hours are being held at Tolland Memorial Funeral Home, 375 Merrow Road, Tolland on Friday, January 14, 2022 from 5:00–7:00 p.m., with a Funeral Home Service taking place on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at 11:00 a.m., at the same location. Burial will follow at St. Bernard’s Cemetery, Vernon. The family is requesting masks to be worn during services. In place of a reception, the family will be having a Celebration of Life at a later date. The family would especially like to thank the members of the Tolland Fire Department. For online condolences please visit www.pietrasfuneralhome.com.