Lawrence, Alan G. age 67, of Anoka, passed away Aug. 14, 2014. Preceded in death by his son, John. Survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Diane; son, Timothy; daughter, Cheryl (Rick) Davis, Brandy (Matt Johnson); grandchildren, Tyler, Samantha and Diane; mother, 4 brothers, 5 sisters, 5 aunts, 2 uncles, brother-in-law & sister-in-law, Pete & Barb Peterson; many cousins & friends. A special thank you to Jacque Blaine, our hospice nurse. Memorial gathering with luncheon will be from 11 AM - 1 PM Saturday, Aug. 23 at Thurston-DeShaw Funeral Home, 13817 Jay St. NW, Andover. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred. Thurston-DeShaw Funeral Home Andover 763-767-7373 thurston-deshaw.com