We regret to announce the passing of Laurence Vernon Beall, 80, who passed away peacefully on March 31, 2024, in Leesville, Louisiana.
Laurence was a distinguished pilot with over 20 years in the Mississippi Air National Guard. He was a respected member of his profession. He also had a Bachelor of Science in Economics degree and a Master of Business Administration degree which he earned while attending Mississippi College.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Laurence was a loving family man, who loved his wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren above all else. He was affectionately called “PawPaw” by not only his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, but also by those who cared for him. His kindness and easy-going personality made him a cherished and loyal friend to many.
Laurence is survived by his children, Laurence William Beall (Brenda), Karen Price (William), and Cece Sinclair (John), grandchildren, Taylor Ballard, Alysia Bruce (Ethan), Briana Skorup (Trevor), Ashley Ballard, Brook Beall, Meagan Dauzat, and Wyatt Beall; great-grandchildren, Aiden Ballard, Jace Copen, Caroline Landry, Kolton Ballard, and Austin Skorup as well as his siblings, Frances Rhoads (Glen) of The Villages, Fl, Joe Beall (Marian) of West Point, Ms, Howard Beall (Sarah) of Russellville, Al, and Harold Beall (Rene) of Edwards, Ms, as well as nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Laurence was preceded in death by his lovely wife, Dr. Shirley Beall and a beautiful granddaughter, Holly Beall. Also preceded in death by his parents, Walter J. Beall and Loriece Beall from Vicksburg, Ms.
Visitation will be held at Jeane’s Funeral Home on Thursday, April 4, 2024, at 9:00 with interment to follow at Leesville Cemetery.
Laurence Beall will be dearly missed by all who knew him, but his legacy will live on through his family and friends.
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