Lawrence Paul Zwahr

On October 5, 2018, Lawrence Paul Zwahr 87, of Needville, Texas left this earthly world. He was joyfully greeted in heaven by his family members who preceded him in death. Lawrence was born on December 14, 1930 in Richmond, Texas to Paul and Mary Steffek Zwahr. He was the second oldest of five children. He graduated from Richmond High School in 1948. While attending college at WCJC, he held various jobs. In 1951, Lawrence voluntarily enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and was stationed for several years in Japan. After his discharge, Lawrence attended the University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg, MS. He later returned to Texas and began a 37.3 year career with Dow Chemical in Freeport, TX retiring on December 31, 1992. Lawrence was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Calvin and Alphonse (Bibs) Zwahr, and sister LaVerne Meyen. He was also preceded in death by his sister-in-law Janice Zwahr, brother-in-law Otto Meyen, nephews Darrel Zwahr and David Meyen, and mother and father in-law Victoria (Dora) and Walter Arnie. Lawrence is survived by his wife of 60 years, Allene Arnie Zwahr, his son Brian Zwahr of Needville, daughter Connie Busch and husband Daryl of Rio Rancho, NM, daughter Donna Britt and husband Steven of Sugar Land, and son Craig Zwahr and special friend Vickie Maresh of Needville. Also survived by sister Mary Ann Bezecny and husband Conroy of Needville, sister-in-law LaNelle Zwahr of Fairchilds, his granddaughter Brandy Curry of Honduras and grandson Colby Curry of Rio Rancho, NM, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. His favorite pastimes included going to the pasture tending to his cattle, spending time with his sons and their cattle, tinkering in his shop, and enjoying a cup (or two) of coffee with the morning crew at 360 Short Stop. Lawrence loved his family and spending time with them was one of his favorite things to do. He could also easily be coaxed into a good game of 42. Lawrence was dearly loved by his family and friends who will all miss him tremendously. The family would like to thank the staff at SPJST for the special care they provided Lawrence these last several months.

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Lawrence Paul Zwahr

December 14, 1930 - October 5, 2018