Lawrence Bridgewater Obituary
Lawrence Bridgewater (Wamego, Kansas) passed away on October 9, 2026. Lawrence, born on September 27, 1936, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Lawrence will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Lawrence will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Lawrence’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Virgil Bridgewater and Martha Daugherty Pine; his wife Ruth Kelly; and his sisters, Elaine White Stevenson, Kathleen Rollings and Edith York.
He is survived by: David Bridgewater (Ellen) and Cathy Bracken (Louis). He is also survived by 3 grandsons, and 6 great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, October 21st 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home (4370 Salzer Rd, Wamego, KS 66547).
In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions payable to the Salvation Army; these can be left in care of Campanella Stewart Funeral Home, P.O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.
