Lawrence Smith, 82, of New Port Richey, Florida, passed away on December 31st, 2023. He was born on September 20th, 1941, in Logan, West Virginia, son of William J. and Ida Mae (Smith) Johnson.

Lawrence is survived by daughter Samantha Smith Williams, and son Gavin Smith both of Tarpon Springs, Florida; three grandchildren Savanna Williams, Gunnar Williams, Summer Williams; several nieces and nephews as well as several cousins.