LILLIAN HANNAH LAWRENCE

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LILLIAN HANNAH LAWRENCE

It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Lillian Hannah Lawrence on May 2, 2026, at Valleyview Care Centre personal care home, at 98 years of age. She was born in Wolseley, Saskatchewan, on March 22, 1928.

Lillian is survived by, and will always be lovingly remembered by, her son and daughters, Brian Lawrence (Phyllis), Debra Bauche (Frank), and Donna Lawrence Harris; her grandchildren, Elvi Lawrence Shanks, Megan Nevin (Geoff), Matthew Bauche (Melissa), Breanne Bauche, Kari (John) Dunlop, and Kristopher Fishley; her sister Alice Sander; and longtime friend, Frank Skuce.

She was predeceased by her beloved husband Keith; her grandson Jason Bauche; and her brothers, Eric, Dave, and Ernest (Bud).

Lillian was born to parents, Henry and Lily Hannibal. The family moved from Maple Creek, Saskatchewan, to Makinak, Manitoba, when she was very young. She completed Grades 9, 10, and part of Grade 11 by correspondence.

Lillian and Keith were married on February 26, 1952. They settled in Brandon and moved six times within the city. They had three children: Brian in 1953, followed by twins, Debra and Donna, in 1955.

She was blessed with seven grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and four great great grandchildren.

Lillian worked for Safeway for many years in both Brandon and Dauphin until her retirement. She was incredibly hardworking, taking on many extra jobs while raising her family. She worked banquets at the Canadian Inn, sold Avon, and sewed for her family and many others. She loved to knit and crochet.

She was a lifelong member of the Brandon Shrine Club, Eastern Star, UCT, and Central United Church.

Lillian loved golfing at Glen Lea Golf Course and continued to golf into her late 80s. She enjoyed curling and won the city championship in 1968. She loved cheering for the Blue Jays and the Jets, and especially enjoyed watching curling on TV. She also loved attending live curling events held in Brandon and volunteered for the Canada Winter Games, World Curling, and UCT Bingo, and followed the horse-racing circuit for many years

They spent many winters in Texas and loved spending time there. Mom drove there and back every time!!

She cherished every update about her grandchildren’s and great-grandchildren’s activities and was immensely proud of each of them.

A celebration of her life will be held at Brockie Donovan Chapel, 332 - 8th Street, Brandon, on Monday, May 11, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.

The family extends heartfelt thanks to all the staff at Valleyview Care Centre for their care and compassion during Mom’s time there.

Donations in Lillian’s memory may be made to the Brandon Humane Society or to a charity of your choice.

As published in Brandon Sun on May 09, 2026