Lawrence Almond

Woodward Jr.

Lawrence passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, September 23, surrounded by family, friends, and Lucky, his cat and companion of 22 years.

Lawrence was born on September 24, 1940, in Waterbury, Connecticut, and grew up in Woodbury, where he attended local schools. In 1957, at age 17, he persuaded his mother to sign the papers allowing him to enlist in the Army early. He served in Korea, was discharged in 1961, and returned to Connecticut to begin an apprenticeship as a sheet metal worker.

He joined Euclid Lodge No. 135 of the Freemasons in Waterbury. After completing his apprenticeship, he became a Master Mason in 1980 and later joined the Scottish Rite.

In 1980, he moved to St. Augustine, Florida, with his wife, Kathy, and continued working in HVAC as a sheet metal fabricator.

He was a dedicated volunteer in service to veterans and his community, receiving a lifetime achievement award in 2017 for his contributions.

He enjoyed car racing and fishing, was an avid reader of history, and loved animals, especially dogs and cats. He also enjoyed feeding and watching the birds.

After Kathy passed away in 2020, Lawrence returned to Connecticut in 2022 to be near family.

He was predeceased by his brother, Charlie Woodward of Goshen, Connecticut. 

He is survived by his son, Sean Woodward of New Preston, Connecticut; his sisters, Nancy Battis of Greenwich, New York, Peggy Watson of Torrington, Shirley McAllister of Watertown, and Carol Barton of Washington State; his brother, Tom Woodward of Woodbury and numerous nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on October 9 at Carmel Hill Cemetery, 280 Carmel Hill N., Bethlehem, CT 06751.

In lieu of flowers, please consider planting a tree or donating to an organization that supports disabled veterans.

Munson Lovetere Funeral Home assisted with the arrangements. To leave an online condolence please visit www.munsonloveterefuneralhome.com