Lawrence Paul Lira (Chich) was born in Chicago on October 6, 1933. He went to be with the Lord on March 2, 2021 in Rockford, Illinois with his family at his side. Lawrence married the love of his life Darlene J. Cashion on August 24, 1957. They were devoted and inseparable for 63 years. He worked for the city of Elmwood Park, Illinois as a mechanic before his retirement. They moved to Rockford in 2007. He was the best husband, son, brother, father and uncle that anyone could have. He always had a smile on his face, a joke or story to tell and never met a stranger. He was a man of God who loved the Lord, and loved to share his faith. He was also an avid golfer that had won many tournaments.
Lawrence is survived by his wife Darlene Lira; children: Jill (Mark) Wirfs, Jack (Kristy) Lira, Wendy (Dave) Lopez, Mary Jane (Jerry) Vogt and Kimberly (Chris) Foltz; grandchildren: Lauran Wirfs, Esaie Lira, Daniel Lira, Noah Lira, Nathan Lira, Margaret Lira, Elise (Dereck) Grindle, Erik Immiti, Olivia London, Cash London, Kenzie Foltz and Sophia Foltz; great-grandsons: Alred and Arthur Grindle; brother Ronald (Joann) Lira; sister Paulette (Don) Neri. His parents Lawrence and Pauline Lira preceded Lawrence.
A memorial service to celebrate Lawrence life will be held at a future date.
The family would like to thank OSF Hospice for all their compassionate care, especially Cheryl, Wendy, Julie, Pastor Ed, Julie, Chris and Markie. The family would also like to thank Swedish American Care for their excellent home care, especially Dee, Linda and Daneka. Lastly, the family would like to thank the VA in Rockford for providing the above services that were needed during the last year.
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