Obituary for Lawrence Eldon Carrier
Lawrence Eldon Carrier of Ripley was born November 4, 1935 to Ed & Bessie Carrier in Thomas, Oklahoma. He finished his earthly journey on December 21, 2022. He moved with his parents to Logan county when he was young where he attended and graduated from Coyle Public Schools. He also attended Central State University and Oklahoma State University.
Music was always a big part of Lawrence's life. He played the tuba in high school and college. He played-the guitar, played in a dance band and sang in men's quartets. He played and sang with his brother's bluegrass band and recorded several CDs. He led the singing and directed the choir in the churches he attended and was the last charter member of Cushing Christian
Church. He and his first wife, Lois, provided music at numerous area revivals for many years.
He married Lois Moorman on August 29, 1956. She passed away in 1999 and he married DeLois Axtell on January 5, 2002. Lawrence was a calm and gentle soul. He was particular about his appearance. It pleased him when things were neat and in order. Lawrence worked for Safeway Stores for over 20 years as well as other retail stores. He was working as a carpenter when he retired.
He was predeceased by his parents, four brothers, four sisters, his first wife, Lois, and daughter, Kimberly Jo Carrier.
Lawrence is survived by his wife DeLois. His children Randy Carrier (Kelli Jo), Sandi Segroves (Gary), Gina Carrier, and Chris Carrier (Brooke). Two stepsons, Bryan Axtell (Rene) and Barry Axtell (Michelle). Grandchildren Brandon Segroves, Megan Carrier, Chandler Carrier, Katelyn Carrier, Ryan Carrier, Carly Carrier, Desmond Carrier and Audree Carrier. Stepgrandchildren Katherine Williams, Emma Welch, Kate Garner, Ryan Axtell, Riley Axtell,
Braydon Angel and Madi Angel. Two great-granddaughters, Jadyn Segroves and Evie Segroves. Step-great grandson Harrison Williams. Great-great granddaughter London-Rea Harbeson. He is also survived by many extended family.
Donations can be made to Karman Legacy Hospice who have been invaluable to Lawrence's care or to Cushing Christian Church.
Special thanks to Mike Cockriel for being such a great friend and helper during Lawrence's last years.
Services will be held January 7, 2023 at 2:00p at Cushing Christian Church, 302 S Linwood, Cushing, OK 74023.
Music was always a big part of Lawrence's life. He played the tuba in high school and college. He played-the guitar, played in a dance band and sang in men's quartets. He played and sang with his brother's bluegrass band and recorded several CDs. He led the singing and directed the choir in the churches he attended and was the last charter member of Cushing Christian
Church. He and his first wife, Lois, provided music at numerous area revivals for many years.
He married Lois Moorman on August 29, 1956. She passed away in 1999 and he married DeLois Axtell on January 5, 2002. Lawrence was a calm and gentle soul. He was particular about his appearance. It pleased him when things were neat and in order. Lawrence worked for Safeway Stores for over 20 years as well as other retail stores. He was working as a carpenter when he retired.
He was predeceased by his parents, four brothers, four sisters, his first wife, Lois, and daughter, Kimberly Jo Carrier.
Lawrence is survived by his wife DeLois. His children Randy Carrier (Kelli Jo), Sandi Segroves (Gary), Gina Carrier, and Chris Carrier (Brooke). Two stepsons, Bryan Axtell (Rene) and Barry Axtell (Michelle). Grandchildren Brandon Segroves, Megan Carrier, Chandler Carrier, Katelyn Carrier, Ryan Carrier, Carly Carrier, Desmond Carrier and Audree Carrier. Stepgrandchildren Katherine Williams, Emma Welch, Kate Garner, Ryan Axtell, Riley Axtell,
Braydon Angel and Madi Angel. Two great-granddaughters, Jadyn Segroves and Evie Segroves. Step-great grandson Harrison Williams. Great-great granddaughter London-Rea Harbeson. He is also survived by many extended family.
Donations can be made to Karman Legacy Hospice who have been invaluable to Lawrence's care or to Cushing Christian Church.
Special thanks to Mike Cockriel for being such a great friend and helper during Lawrence's last years.
Services will be held January 7, 2023 at 2:00p at Cushing Christian Church, 302 S Linwood, Cushing, OK 74023.