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Curtis James Lawrence

11/21/1964 - 02/26/2024

Obituary For Curtis James Lawrence

Mr. Curtis James Lawrence, 59, passed Monday, February 26, 2024 in Columbus, GA.

Funeral service Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. EST in the C.T. Chapel of Taylor Funeral Home. Interment to follow at Green Acres Cemetery. Public viewing Friday, March 1, 2024 from 2-5 p.m EST.

Mr. Curtis James Lawrence aka “Papa” was born Saturday, November 21st, 1964 in Seale, Alabama to Alice Lee Lawrence and Abraham (Geraldine) Gordon. Curtis attended the public schools of Muscogee County and graduated in 1984 from Hardaway High School. He was an automobile technician for over 20 years and had his own detail business, Platinum Car Care.

Curtis was preceded in death by his mother Alice Lawrence, his brother Darryl Gordon and his aunt Clara Sanks.

He leaves to cherish his memories, his father Abraham (Geraldine) Gordon; wife, Tanya Hayes; five children, Demario Hayes, Tavonne (Keyona), Jamel Haye, Avery Hardy and Kyerra (Maurice) Hayes all from Columbus; grandchildren, Demario Hayes Jr. and Maliyah Wright; two sisters, Sandra Petty and Priscilia Gordon; three brothers, Hal Lewis, Walter (Sharin) Gordon, Herman Gordon both from Detroit; nephews, Darius Petty, Reginald Gordy and Jacorre Abrams; niece, Danielle Gordon; aunt, Helen Lawrence.

Curtis was loved by many and he loved everybody. He was passionate about his family and showed love by cooking on Sundays to bring the family together.


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Saprena G Mannings sent The Peace Lily for Curtis James Lawrence - March 01, 2024

My deepest condolences. Sending prayers to you (Sandra Petty) and your family. Love, Saprena and Juan Mannings.

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Ocean Devotion was sent for Curtis James Lawrence - February 29, 2024

Danielle Latrese Gordon sent Serene Lily Basket for Curtis James Lawrence - February 29, 2024

Forever in our hearts, rest peacefully son, from your father Abraham Gordon Jr. & Family

Sweet Moments was sent for Curtis James Lawrence - February 29, 2024

Mark B Tinney sent Ocean Devotion for Curtis James Lawrence - February 28, 2024

Sending all the love our God can give to your family in your time of sorrow. We love you forever and always. Love Pnut Shawn Nunk & Marky Mark

Beautiful Dreams was sent for Curtis James Lawrence - February 28, 2024

I just found out Saturday of the passing of this funny guy . He was always kind and he welcomed me into his home. I had such a great time. My condolences to the family and to Biggg ! Love ya Killa

On behalf of Charles, Dorothy and the Mitchell family please accept our condolences on the homegoing of our son, friend, and brother Curt. We are only a moment away if you need us...Godspeed...Be Blessed!!!

Sending my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one.

Rest peacefully cousin, we didn't get to spend a lot of time around each other, but when we did it was always love and a great time, you Wil truly be missed. Charles Teddy Gordon.

You were more than a classmate, you were a brother to my mother, Joyce Sampson. You will always be remembered and I appreciate everything you did and being there when she passed away. Send my prayers and condolences to the family.❤️ -Clarence K. Hitchcock Jr.

PSALM 34:18The Lord is near to the brokenhearted, and saves the crushed in spirit. Praying for the family during this difficult time . Love Willie Harris & Sonja

I remember Curt from when we were teenagers and I remember he was always smiling and niw he's smiling from Heaven on his family. My sincere condolences to Tanya, his children, grandchildren, and all other family members. 🙏🏽

Curt you were the life of the party. Caring, loving & kind bro! You will truly missed ❤️ sending my deepest condolences to my friend Tanya & family.I love y'all 🤗

My sincere and deepest condolences to the family. Curt was like a brother to me and will definitely be missed. Bre Jarmon

Sending condolences to Tanya and family. I did not know Curt personally, but I have known Tanya for years and I could tell that they had a very special and loving relationship just by seeing the smiles on her face. I am praying for you my friend. I pray that all the wonderful memories will keep you well and at peace. God Bless!

Love, Kathy Williams

I lived accross the street from Curt when we were around 15 yrs old. We use to ride the Fort Benning shuttle bus w/ our I.D. cards going to the Y.A.C.,Round House and Sand Hill just having fun. He was a dear friend who passed way to soon. Although I am saddened...I'm so glad I have so many fond memories to cherish. Gone but not forgotten Love you bruh "Curtis James"!

With my deepest condolences to the Lawrence family. I pray that God comfort you during your time of bereavement, and in the days to come.

Gwendolyn Davis

On behalf of the Wells' family, Mark aka "Batman", Michael, Margo and myself, we offer our love, prayers, deepest sympathies and sincere condolences to Curt's family and love ones. Curt was a part of our family for the past 40+ years. He is definitely going to be missed. We will hold on to the many memories, good times and endless laughs until we meet again. 🙏🏽

Prayers and Condolences to the Family. We known each over 30 years The Ferrell Family.🙏

Sending my Condolences 💐 to the Lawrence family. God bless. Vivian Calhoun

Sending prayers and condolences to you and your family Tanya 💜💜

Curt will be truly missed. My sincere condolences to the family.

Sissy Or "Paula's lil sister" as he would call me.

I meet Curt back in 2009 coming right out of the army. He had his own business repairing everything that the salesman messed up on the vehicles. I will never forget the wise words he said to me. Never let life pass you by, you can be at a job for 30 years and 15 minutes after you are gone they will forget about you. Don't take this job to serious. Brother thank you for those kind words, and 15 years later we still joked about that first day. I will forever be grateful for your kind words and your true friendship. I know that you are a little confused up there in Heaven, because you don't have to work. Spread your wings you earned it. I will always love you my brother.

To my dear uncle, rest peacefully!

From your niece in Detroit Danielle ❤️

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Taylor Funeral Home, Inc | Phenix City, AL

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