LAWRENCE, Dolly Darlene (Martin) - b. February 20, 1935 - d. September 10, 2016

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Dolly Darlene Lawrence passed away at her home in Elk Falls, Kansas with her son by her side on Saturday, September 10. 2016.  She was born on February 20, 1935 in Towanda, Kansas to Marian and Nealy (Kennedy) Martin.

Dolly worked in Civil Service for the government for many years after being honorably discharged from both the United States Marines and the United States Army.  Her travels took her to Germany and many of the states before she and her son, Dale came back home to Elk Falls.

Dolly lived a politically active life having once been a part of the Young Republican movement.  She kept up to date on the political happenings, watching TBN faithfully.  She ran for public office in Long Beach, California, losing the race for city council by only 15 votes.  She was a religious person and took her faith very seriously. 

Dolly was very close to her father, Marian, and was said to be his favorite.  This possibly accounted for the closeness she shared with her son, Dale, who cared for Dolly since her illness began several years ago.  She went to school nights on the GI Bill and worked hard so that her son could be in a private military school.  She and Dale traveled extensively and visited Dolly's siblings often.

Leaving to mourn her passing is her son, Dale, of the home.  Preceding Dolly in death are her parents and her brothers and sisters, Pinky, Mabel, Zelma, Doris, Francis, Pep, Ralph, and Beulah.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, September 18, 2016 at 12:00 noon followed by a dinner luncheon at the Elk Falls United Methodist Church.  Pastor Dena Allison will officiate.  Memorials are suggested to the Elk Falls United Methodist Church and may be mailed to or left with the funeral home.  Countryside Funeral Home, 206 E. Washington, Howard, Kansas 67349 is in charge of arrangements.

(taken from the Countryside Funeral Home website)