Lawrence Haywood

Lawrence G. Haywood Lovable Lare age 79 passed away peacefully at St. Marks Hospital on Sunday, July 3, 2011. He was born June 20, 1932 in SLC the son of George M. and Irene M. Haywood. Married his sweetheart, Lorraine Hermanson on April 1, 1953. Later solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple, May 19, 1964. Survived by his wife, Lorraine; children, Pam Nixon (Rick), Blake (Robin), Kerry (Loraine), Lisa Johnson (Peter); 10 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren (3 more on the way); and one sister, Myrna Milligan. Larry attended West High School and started his military career soon after. He served in the Air Force and Utah Air National Guard for over 34 years. He was loved and respected by those he served with. His hobbies were many, but his favorites over the years included getting his pilots license and flying the old Stearman out at the ANG Base. He also had a love of auto racing and was involved for many years with the Salt Lake Valley Racing Association (SLVRA), serving 10 years as president of the association. Fishing was a passion and many great times were spent with family and friends going to the Uintas to fish. Model cars and aircraft were a fun way for him to spend time in his model room, building, painting and perfecting – the 32 Fort 5-window coupes were his favorites. He was a dedicated and loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who loved to tell stories and jokes. He will greatly be missed by those who knew him. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 9, 2011 at the Bountiful 16th Ward, 720 East 550 North. A viewing will be held Friday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Russon Brothers Bountiful Mortuary, 295 North Main, and Saturday morning 10:00-10:45 a.m. at the church prior to services. Interment-Centerville City Cemetery.