Virginia Ann Lawrence

Virginia Ann Mobley Lawrence, 98, passed away December 14, 2024. She was born July 4, 1926, to Jerome and Mary Hannah (Haymaker) Mobley in Anderson, Iowa. She married John C. Lawrence in 1945 and to this union two children, John, Jr. and Patricia, were born.

Virginia graduated from Anderson High School and later received degrees from Peru State Teachers College, the University of Nebraska and Drake University.
Virginia loved children and spent forty-five years as an educator. She was a teacher, elementary consultant and principal in the Des Moines Public Schools for twenty-three years, always challenging students and teachers to perform to their maximum ability.

She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star working through the chairs and becoming Worthy Matron.

After retirement, Virginia enjoyed reading and spending time in her gardens, which were a joy, but her true passion was the challenge of a good bridge game.

Virginia will be missed by her children, John C. Lawrence, Jr. (Fran) and Patricia Valenti (Jack); granddaughters, Hannah and Carmel; great-grandchildren, Blake and Parker; and many relatives and friends.

A private family service will be held to celebrate the life of Virginia.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Care Initiatives Hospice or to Shriners Children's Hospital.

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