Lawrence Terry Lanier, age 76, of Lumberton, passed away Saturday, November 3, 2018. He was born on February 10, 1942 in Robeson County to the late Lawrence Gibson Lanier and the late Mary Barnes Lanier. He was a career serviceman of the US Army. He served as a helicopter pilot during the Vietnam War and he received a Purple Heart, along with numerous other medals of honor throughout his service.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sister, Brenda, and one brother, Kenneth.
He is survived by his daughter, Terri Lynn Rice and husband Chris; a granddaughter, Sheridan Rice, who was the apple of his eye; one brother, Keith Lanier and Susan Phillips; and a special niece, Lauryn Lanier Monroe.
The family will receive friends prior to the service on Wednesday, November 7, 2018, from 2:00-3:00 PM at Floyd Mortuary & Crematory, Inc. in Lumberton.
Following the visitation, a funeral service will be held at 3:00 PM in the Chapel with Rev. Chip Bass officiating. Burial will follow at New Hollywood Cemetery in Lumberton.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Asbury United Methodist Church, 118 Orange Street, Lumberton, NC 28358.