Obituary of Jonathan M. Lawrence

Jonathan M. Lawrence passed away on Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 30 years of age. Born and raised in Mahwah, Jonathan lived in New Zealand, Canada, Boston and Florida before moving back to Mahwah. He was an avid skier, had eclectic musical taste and enjoyed playing cards, especially poker. Jonathan loved animals but none more than his cat Peanut and his dog Bucky. He enjoyed traveling and visiting his parents in Florida along with their friends in Olde Hickory. Jonathan is survived by his loving parents Charles E., and Linda S. Lawrence, two brothers: Charles R. and Michael S., three aunts: Shirley Desrosiers, Joan Hooper, Susan Packer and uncle Brian Lawrence. Jonathan is also survived by his loving companion Meghan Fisher and many cousins in England. A Memorial visitation will be held on Sunday, February 21, 2016 from 2:00 PM until 4:30 PM at the Vander Plaat Funeral Home, (vpfh.com), 257 Godwin Ave., Wyckoff. A Memorial Service will begin at 4:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Jonathan’s memory may be made to the Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge, 2 Shelter Lane, Oakland, NJ 07436.