Esther Lucille Lawrence

She was born on April 25, 1943 to the late Fred and Myrtle Poston of Mt. Vernon, IL. She is survived by her husband of almost 58 years, Bill Lawrence of Fairview Heights, IL; daughters Robin Lawrence and Regina (Eric) Driskill; granddaughters Jordan (Raleigh) Aycock and Kylie (Rory) O’Brien; great grandson Oliver O’Brien. Esther is also survived by her brother Larry (Kaye) Poston of Mt. Vernon, IL, and numerous nieces, nephews, and in-laws who adored her. She was preceded in death by: sisters Baydeen, Christina, and Marcella; brothers LaVerne, Gail, and Ross.

Esther was a 1961 graduate of Mt. Vernon Township High School in Mt. Vernon, IL. She was a loving Air Force wife who supported her family selflessly and whole-heartedly during Bill’s 26 years of active-duty service. In Beavercreek, OH, she was the co-owner of The Elite Boutique consignment shop. Esther was very active in church activities her entire life and for the past 29 years had been a prominent leader in her Methodist Women’s group. She was also an active volunteer with the USO of Missouri’s airport and mobile units. Esther, aka “Monga,” was well known for her gingerbread cookies and holiday cheeseball, her sweet Eileen, her love for the St. Louis Cardinals, and her collection of lucky buckeyes. She will be remembered for her infectious giggle, bright smile, and her outgoing and generous nature that led her to never meet a stranger. All who’ve had the privilege of knowing her are blessed with memories to be cherished forever.

For those that would like to make a memorial donation, please consider the following: Christ Church Women or to the USO of Missouri.

Visitation: A visitation will be held on Thursday, August 12. 2021 from 5:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M. at Lake View Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens, 5000 N Illinois St, Fairview Heights, IL 62208. An additional visitation will be held Friday, August 13, 2021 from 10:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M. at Christ Church,339 Frank Scott Pkwy E, Fairview Heights, IL 62208.

Service: A Celebration of Life Service will be held immediately following the visitation on Friday, at 11:00 A.M. at Christ Church, 339 Frank Scott Pkwy E, Fairview Heights, IL 62208.

We encourage all to wear a mask while attending services.

Private graveside service to be held at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery at a later date.