Lawrence J. Douglas

Wolcott: Lawrence James Douglas, 83, passed away peacefully, on June 25, 2021 in the comfort on his home, with family at his side.

He was born May 21, 1938 in Elmore, the son of the late Helen Douglas. He attended Elmore and Wolcott public schools and graduated from Peoples Academy in the class of 1957. He entered the US Army on January 7, 1958. He served his country as a sharpshooter at Fort Hood, Texas. He was Honorably Discharged on January 6, 1961.

On January 13, 1962, he married Elizabeth Ann Powers in Hardwick. They moved to Wolcott, where they lived for many years. Lawrence was a member of the Wolcott Methodist Church and a past member of the Town of Wolcott Select Board.  He was a logger for most of his working years. He retired in 2003. He loved the outdoor life and spending time with his grandchildren. He enjoyed:  hunting, fishing, traveling, and especially going to lawn sales.

Survivors include his wife, Elizabeth of Wolcott; three children, Scott (Marcia) Douglas, Donna (Raymond) Touchette, all of Wolcott and Karen (Maurice) Richardson of Barre; a half-brother, Reginald (Paula) Powers of VT.; 6 grandchildren: Scott, Ross, Pauline, Ashley, Franny and Margo; 9 great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Graveside Services will be held at 2 PM on Friday, July 02, 2021 in the Taylor Cemetery in Wolcott with Pastor Pat Thompson officiating.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Lamoille Area Cancer Network, 198 Farr Avenue, Morrisville, VT. 05661.

Arrangements are in the care of Dian R. Holcomb of Northern Vermont Funeral Service, 60 Elm Street, Hardwick.