James Kennedy Lawrence

Mr. James Kennedy Lawrence, husband of the late Felecia Mullis Lawrence, entered into rest on Monday, October 5, 2026, at his residence.

The family will hold a private burial at a later date.

James was born in Augusta, GA, to Charles and Joanne Lawrence and spent most of his childhood as a resident of Augusta, GA, and Hilton Head Island, SC. After attending Fork Union Military Academy, James proudly served his country as a member of the 223rd MP Company of the Kentucky Army National Guard, where he served honorably and with dedication. Following his military service, James continued his education, attending the University of Louisville, the University of South Carolina, and Limestone University. He carried his education and life experiences into a successful career as a healthcare professional and entrepreneur.

In addition to his professional successes, James founded and ran Alzheimer's Family of Friends, a charity that provided support to primary caregivers of dementia and Alzheimer's patients, in honor of his late wife.

James is survived by his sons, James Lawrence II and Charles Lawrence (Shelby); his brother, John Lawrence (Debbie); and his sisters, Lynda Sams (Jerry) and Suzee Geimer (Marty), as well as his many cherished nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, Felecia, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Carl and Patrick Lawrence, and his sister, Happy Lawrence Byrd.

James will be remembered as a man of intense determination and endless charisma who was a joy to all who had the privilege of meeting him.

Arrangements were entrusted to Platt's Funeral Home, 337 N. Belair Road, Evans, GA 30809, (706) 860-6166. Please take a moment to share your condolences by signing the online guestbook at plattsfuneralhome.com.