Gary Joe Lawrence

Gary Joe Lawrence, who resided near Van Buren, Arkansas, died Sunday, May 17, 2026, at his home. He was born on December 17, 1970, in Duncan, Oklahoma, to the late Robert Lawrence and Laura Aline (McMahan) Lawrence. He was 55 years old.

Gary worked for River Valley Coatings, Inc. in Van Buren.

He is survived by his wife, Alysha (Morris) Lawrence; a brother, Ralph Lawrence; an adopted sister, Tonya Ramirez; and nieces and nephews.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Brotherton Brothers Cremation Services in Fort Smith, 914 N. 32nd St. Fort Smith, AR 72903. (479) 434-3901 or (479) 965-8202.

To place an online tribute, please visit www.brothertonbrothersfuneralhomes.com.