Lawrence John Watson Dennis Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Lawrence John Watson Dennis (Carbondale, Illinois) is shared. Lawrence, born on October 4, 1930, passed away on August 13, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Lawrence John Watson Dennis to pay them a last tribute.
Lawrence will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor Lawrence by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though Lawrence is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. Lawrence’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lawrence B. Dennis and Gwendoline Dennis (Wheeler). He is survived by: his wife Maureen Wark; and his sons, Jolyon (Kathy), Justin (Kim), Oliver (Deb) and Alban (Julie). He is also survived by nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to WSIU, The Stage Company, WDBX, or Hospice of Southern Illinois.
