Mr. Lawrence William Hambach of Warrenton passed away on Monday, Oct. 17, 2022. He was born on Nov. 19, 1932, in Pendleton, MO, to the late William Adolph and Rose Elizabeth (nee: Beller) Hambach. Lawrence had reached the age of 89 years.
Lawrence served our country in the United States Army during the Korean War era. He enlisted on Sept. 9, 1954, and was honorably discharged on Sept. 9, 1956. He was a lifetime farmer, and he worked hard on his farm. Lawrence was united in marriage to Judith Katherine Hemmer on July 29, 1977, in Warrenton. They celebrated 29 years together before her passing on Dec. 12, 2006. He became a member of the Knights of Columbus 2341 at the age of 18. He grew up in St. Patrick Catholic Church in Jonesburg and was still a member. Lawrence and his wife, Judy, were active supporters of charitable and religious organizations overseas. They supported small fishing villages and even built a school that is named after them. Lawrence also enjoyed being outdoors, enjoying the countryside and hunting. He was a loving husband, son, brother, uncle and friend to many.
Lawrence Hambach was preceded in death by his loving wife, Judy; his parents, William and Rose; one sister, Frances Krapf; and one brother, John Hambach. Those who are grateful for having shared in his life are his four siblings, Helen Jones, Agnes Burns, Tony Hambach and wife Nita, Ed Hambach and wife Verena; many nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends.
Visitation for Mr. Lawrence Hambach will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 19 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Martin Funeral home in Warrenton. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Oct. 20 at 10 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Jonesburg, MO, with burial to follow at the Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery in Truesdale.
Memorial donations are preferred to Knights of Columbus 2341 c/o Martin Funeral Home, 510 East Main Street, Warrenton, MO 63383. Online condolences may be made at www.martinfuneral.net.
