Celebrating the life of
Al St. Lawrence
July 12, 1934 - November 24, 2015
Chatham County Sheriff
Al St. Lawrence, 81, longtime Sheriff of Chatham County, passed away Tuesday, November 24, 2015. He was born in Dover, New Hampshire, son of John Ovid St. Lawrence and Mary Gagne St. Lawrence. Mr. St. Lawrence enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1952 and was honorably discharged in 1956 after being stationed at Hunter Army Airfield, then called Hunter Air Force Base. After the military, he decided to make Savannah his home.
Mr. St. Lawrence began his career in law enforcement in 1959 with the Chatham County Police Department. He held positions during his law enforcement career of Corporal, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain and Assistant Chief of Police. In 1971, he was appointed Chief, a position he held for 21 years until his retirement in April, 1992 to pursue the Office of Sheriff. He was Chatham County Policeman of the year 1965, graduated from the F.B.I. in 1966 and was appointed to a four year term to the Georgia Crime Prevention Council in 1973 by Governor James E. Carter.
In May of 1992, Mr. St. Lawrence was elected to Sheriff of Chatham County. He went on to successfully win 5 additional terms. He spent the last 23 years as Sheriff and had announced that this was to be his last term in Office.
Mr. St. Lawrence was well known within Chatham County and the State of Georgia. He worked tirelessly in his efforts to standardize law enforcement training, being appointed to the Georgia Peace Officers Standards and Training Council (P.O.S.T.) in 1985 and again in 1989. He is the only law enforcement officer in the State of Georgia to be named both, Georgia Chiefs of Police Association Outstanding Chief of the Year in 1990 and was twice named Georgia Sheriffs’ Association Sheriff of the Year in 1995 and 2015. He was also the 2015 Officer of the Year Constitutional Officers’ Association of Georgia, Inc. He was awarded the Executive Certificate July 1987 the highest level of achievement for Peace Officers in the State of Georgia. He was appointed by the City of Savannah to the Crime Collaborative, member of the Olympic Security Support Group, served four terms as President of the Chatham County Chief’s Association, member of the Chatham County Emergency Police Association. He was presented with the Georgia Sheriffs’ Association Distinguished Humanitarian Award and in 2009 received the Sheriffs’ Leadership Award for 50 years of service. In 2013, he was awarded the Georgia Association of Chief of Police Dr. Curtis McClung/Motorola Award of Excellence. He also was elected and served as Secretary/Treasurer for the Georgia Sheriff’s Association from 1997-1998, First Vice President from 1999-2000 and served as President in 2000. Mr. St. Lawrence was presented with House Resolution No. 845 in 1996. This honor was due to being the only Law Enforcement Officer in the State of Georgia to become both outstanding Police Chief of the Year and Georgia Sheriff of the Year. He received the Beverly Whitehead Award 2007 and presented with the Georgia Senate Resolution No 1958 in 2009. He was appointed Chairman of the Georgia Sheriffs’ Retirement Board 2005 and was currently serving a second term. He was a member of the Georgia Sheriffs’ Association, National Sheriffs’ Association, Georgia Association of Chief of Police, F.B.I. National Academy Association-Georgia Chapter, Peace Officers Association of Georgia, Peace Officer’s Annuity Benefit Fund and the 200 Club of Coastal Georgia. In 1986, he was elected president of the Island Exchange Club and in 2009 he was the recipient of the Chatham County Republican Appreciation Award for 50 years of service.
Mr. St. Lawrence was the patriarch of a four generation family. He was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather. He enjoyed gardening and caring for his immaculate lawn, an avid Georgia Bull Dog Fan, a great sportsman through the games of horseshoes and bowling. He particularly enjoyed playing Santa Claus every Christmas day to his children and grandchildren and celebrating with fun and laughter every 4th of July at Tybee Island.
He is survived by his wife Patsy St. Lawrence; seven children, Cheryl St. Lawrence, Carol St. Lawrence Alexander (Dale), Alan St. Lawrence (Angie), Tammy St. Lawrence Canfield (Tim), Kim Newbold (Bill), Kerry Teston (Sherree), Elizabeth Stone Douglass (Tim);16 grandchildren, several great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by two brothers, John and Val St. Lawrence of New England.
The St. Lawrence family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 1, 2015 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. Anyone wishing to pay tribute to Sheriff St. Lawrence, memorial registries will be available from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Monday and 9:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. Tuesday at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel or 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel.
The funeral service will be 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 2, 2015 at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist with Father Patrick O’Brien, Chaplain of the Chatham County Sheriff’s Department officiating.
Interment will follow at the Greenwich section of Bonaventure Cemetery with Chatham County Sheriff’s Honors.
Remembrances: Georgia Sheriff's Youth Homes, C/O Georgia Sheriffs’ Association, P.O. Box 1000, Stockbridge, GA 30281 or 770-914-1076 or www.georgiassheriffsyouth.org.
On behalf of the men and women of the Clayton County Corrections Department please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Sheriff St. Lawrence. I knew Sheriff St. Lawrence personally and was always impressed with his knowledge, experience and dedication. God Bless the St. Lawrence and Chatham County SO family.
- Warden Dennis Nelson, Lovejoy, GA
Matthew 25:21 21 His master said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant.[a] You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much. Enter into the joy of your master.’ Pat and Family, words cannot express the pain I feel over the loss of our dear Commander and Chief, Sheriff St Lawrence. I have enjoyed working with him for the past 22 1/2 years and I take it as an honor and a priviledge to have met him. He was Fair and stern and a man of a few words, but, he spoke volumes when he spoke. He wasn't loud, but, you heard him loud and clear. He was a TRUE Law Enforcement Officer as well as a gentlemen. He was admired by so many, to include myself. He will be sadly missed by the Chatham County community as well as those in the surounding law enforcement areas. Take comfort in knowing that he truly loved his family and he worked hard to ensure that you were well taken care of. He is now resting in the comfort of God's arm and it is well with his soul. If at anytime in the future I can be of any service to you, please feel free to call on me. God loves you and so do I.
- Sharon Wanda Aikens, Garden City, Ga
Our prayers and condolences to Pat and the entire St. Lawrence family. Al will be missed.
- Pam and James Richard Payne, Bloomingdale, GA
Sheriff St. Lawrence was a man of honor a rare quality He will be missed by this community.
- Robert Kennedy, Midway, Ga
Pat, just wanted you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this time. Love always, Jim & Brenda.
- Jim & Brenda Van Fossan, Savannah, Ga
Tammy-Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
- Ebeltoft, Jacksonville, FL
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
- Jim, Judy and Emily Woods, Savannah, Ga
Dear Pat and Family, If Larry, my husband, Judge Dillon, was still with us he would join my family and I tin expressing our sincere sorrow at your passing. We knew you as a true friend to all. Your work ethic and integrity were unsurpassed. You will be missed by all as a great gift to all who knew you and especially to the citizens of Chatham County. Sincerely, Gerry Dillin and Family
- Gerry Dillon and Family, Savannah, Ga
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and the Chatham County Sheriff's Office. He will be surely missed and remembered for his unqualified devotion to the citizens of Chatham County.
- Chief Wayne Willcox - Armstrong State University Police, Savannah, Ga
So sorry to hear of the passing of Al St. Lawrence. May God give the family and many friends, the comfort and strength to make it through this difficult time. Thoughts and prayers to all.
- Karen Fisher-Reese, Tybee Island, GA
Dear St. Lawrence Family, I am a friend of Kim and wish to share my sympathy with all of you. I did not Mr. St. Lawrence personally, but certainly knew of this wonderful human being! Thinking of all of you, Constance Deja
- Constance and James Deja, Savannah, Ga
My phone would ring I would say hello and than I would hear" Darwin" This Is Your Sheriff. Al was the Sheriff for all the people of Chatham County. Al was always there to help in any way he could. A true professional. Al was a great friend and will be truly missed
- Darwin Johnson, Sav., Ga.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
- Mike&Yvonne Feltovic, Thunderbolt, Ga
My condolence to the family, Al was a good man and great Sheriff/Chief of Police. I will miss him. May God Bless and comfort you. Chief Stan York Statesboro, Georgia
- Chief Stan York, Statesboro, Ga
May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. Please accept our condolences during this holiday season. You will be in my families thoughts and prayers.
- Tennebar Family, Alpharetta, GA
To Carolyn....my sympathies on the passing of your father. He was a tremendous man - and will surely be missed.
- Foley Hurt (WFHS '78), Philadelphia , PA
Sorry for your loss and also the loss to Chatham county.
- Stephen Weaver, Brunswick, Ga
Dear Cheryl, I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. I know how much you love him. In the hard days ahead I hope it will give you some small comfort that not only family and friends but a whole Community mourns with you. You and all the family are in our thoughts and prayers.
- Trice & Ricky Cowart, Savannah, Ga.
We are so sorry to hear of your loss, our hearts and prayers are with your during these times. Maria & Steve
- Gossage, Middleburg, Fl
We are so sorry to hear of your loss, our hearts and prayers are with your during these times. Maria & Steve
- Gossage, Middleburg, Fl
Please accept my deepest sympathies during your time of loss. Please know that I am here for you. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. Sharing in your sorrow, Sheriff Ezell Brown Newton County Sheriff's Office
- Ezell Brown, Covington, GA
OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY TODAY AND ALWAYS! RETIRED SHERIFF OF COFFEE COUNTY PAUL HUTCHESON
- PAUL HUTCHESON, DOUGLAS, GA
Mrs Pat and Family my condolences to you all. Al was a good friend, fellow Georgia Sheriff and classmate in the 1992 Sheriff elect academy. We will miss his wisdom and wit in our meetings. We always managed to kid each other with his allegiance to Georgia and my to Auburn! Rest in peace my friend. Go Dawgs and War Eagle!
- Sheriff Mike Yeager, Coweta County, Georgia, Newnan, Ga.
My family & I, send our deepest sympathy to you & your family at this sad time. He will be greatly missed. Camille Ward
- Camille Ward & Family, Tybee Island, Ga
Very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with your family. God bless you all.
- Ashley and Cristi Fairchild, Glen Allen, VA
I have a lot of fond memories of Al over the years. He was the last person around that was friends with my father. Al will be truly missed by all. Pat, keep the faith and be strong, like he would want you to do. God Bless.
- Herb & Carol Harley, Savannah, GA
Our condolences for your loss. You are in our prayers.
- Emmett and Donna Bresko, Beaverdam, VA
Out condolences to the family. Truly sorry to hear about your loss my friend. Our prayers go with you! God Bless!
- Hank & Rhonda Williams , Sarasota , Florida
Thinking of you...
- Charney, Memphis, TN
My pleasure to be his friend
- Larry Lower, Chief of Police Ret., Savannah, Ga.
AL gave me my start in law enforcement in 1974. He was a great leader and great man. I will always remember him. This is a hard time for family. But he will always be in your thoughts and memories.[
- Nelson Barber, Jackson, Georgia
I will morn with the family in my heart during this time of sorrow. I love each of you all and hope that some peace will come soon as we go through this transition together.
- Patrick W. Crowe, Nashville , Tn.
We are so sorry for your loss. We will pray for comfort and strength for all of you as you go through this difficult week.
- Bruce and Mary Ann Dufresne, St Augustine , FL
I would like to tell you how sorry I am for your loss. Mr. Al was not only a good man but a dear friend to my family. He served the county well for many a year and always walked in our office with a smile. The other time I would see that smile was when he would talk about Elizabeth Ann and I know how instrumental he was in helping raise her and I know he's proud of the way she's developed into a fine young lady. Once again I am sorry for yall's and the county of Chatham will miss him also. Sincerely Jason P Sapp
- The Sapp's, Port Wentworth , Ga
To the St. Lawrence family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
- DeBerry family , Glennville , GA
Al St. Lawrence was the consummate family man, friend, Georgia Bulldog fan, and law enforcement professional. He was a man of his word and his word was his bond. John and I were privileged to call him friend. There will never be another like him. My deepest love and sympathy goes out to Pat, his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. God bless all of you.
- Mrs. John (Mary Ann) Routh, Poinciana, FL
Biz, We are all so sorry to hear about Al passing away. I know he was a very important part of your life and he will be missed by many. He was a good man. I was proud to know him. We all love you and are here for you! Much love, Eva Cheney, Jonathan, Addie and Callaway
- Eva Cheney, Cochran , Ga
My prayers go out to the family I know he was loved dearly and will be missed to many. You were blessed to have a great man in your life for many years
- Canfield, Op, Fl
My daughter went to Saint Vincent's and was in the St.Lawrence home often. Sheriff St.Lawrence was always so gracious to all of Elizabeth's (Biz) friends. HE was a wonderful role model for young people and he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers to the family during this time.
- Sinclair's, Savannah, Ga
Our prayers to the family. May you find comfort and peace!
- Billy and Sheri Gaines, Macclenny, Fl
Prayers to the family.
- Jim Canfield and family, Orange Park, FL
Our hearts, thoughts & prayers are with you all today. He is with God now. R.I.P
- The Lavallee's, Orange Park , FL
I am so sorry to hear of the Sheriffs passing. I worked for him many years ago and he was absolutely a wonderful person to work for and truly cared for his staff. I considered him a friend and he will be greatly missed. My sincere sympathy for his family.
- Vivkie Gale, Savannah , Ga
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts, we send these heartfelt condolences. A friend of mine and a legend in this community. Truly he will be missed, but to know he is absent from the body and present with Lord is our release of pain. Our prayers are with the Family, the law enforcement family, and this community. Chaplain Willie Ferrell and Family.
- Bishop Willie Ferrell and Wife Margaret, Savannah, Ga.
A great law enforcement officer who dedicated his life to the citizens of Chatham County. If you ever met him, you would then know why he was so deeply respected by the community and his fellow officers. My thoughts are with his family and the Chatham County Sheriff's office during this very difficult time!
- Jim Murray, Belfast Ireland, Ireland
Sorry to hear of Al's passing.Was a long time friend May He Rest In Peace. Prayers to the Family
- Eddie Holley, Cobbtown, Ga.
May God bless Sheriff Al St. Lawrence, the family and the Chatham County Sheriff's Department
- R.M."Butch" Ward, Richmond Hill, GA
Our thoughts and prayers are with Al's family (especially you Elizabeth). Knowing Al was a real pleasure for Amon and I. Going to Savannah and sharing in the St. Patrick Day Parade with Al and his family and friends will always have a special place in our memory.
- Amon & Sandra McCormack, North Myrtle Beach, sc
I am very sorry for your lose. For years I have heard about Mr. St Lawrence and things I seen him talking about on TV he seem like a wonderful person. May God be with your family. God bless.
- Linda Turner, Metter, Ga
We are very sorry for your loss.
- PRICE , NORTH DINWIDDIE, Va
St. Michael, the patron Saint of the defenders of good against evil just got another advisor in Al St. Lawrence. God bless you and your family. God Speed, Chief/Sheriff. RIP
- Kevin S.Barry & family - Ret. CCPD, Savannah, Ga
RIP Sheriff Lewrence
- Tyrone Daughtry, Savannah, Ga
the first time I met the sheriff he was on a county police motorcycle looking for a used car to sell at Riverside motors ,Montgomery 31st. or 32nd.Said he always had someone looking for a ride. MADE SINCE TO ME,AS HE WAS ALL OVER TOWN LOOKING FOR BAD GUYS.HE LIKED TO MEET PEOPLE,HELP THEM IF HE COULD AND LOVED HIS job.HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL THAT KNEW HI .OUR PRAYERS go out to his family and friends.
- George Rovolis, Savannah, Ga.
Deepest sympathy to the family and the Chatham County Sheriff's Office. May God continue to bless all of you. From Sheriff Pete Smith and the entire staff of the Sumter County Sheriff's Office.
- Col Eric D. Bryant, Americus, Ga
God Speed, Chief. Thank you for your leadership, your friendship, and your faith and confidence you placed in me as a young Chatham County Police Department officer. I will always cherish the memories of how you always cared for the people who worked for you. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to serve with you. May Almighty God grant you eternal rest.
- Sgt Thomas Sexton, CCPD, Ret, Guyton, Ga
My God bless the Chatham County Sheriff's Office and the Georgia Law enforcement community. A great Sheriff has pass on to heaven and all of us well miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time.
- Ret. Sheriff Stanley Tuggle, Sharpsburg, Ga.
On behalf of my family, I want to express our deepest condolences to the family of Al St Lawrence, the deputies and Staff of the Chatham County Sheriff's Department, as well as the Law Enforcement community. May God be pleased with his life and grant him eternal rest. May God bless his family, friends, and all who served with him and under his command. Retired Captain Ronald R. Richardson
- Ronald R. Richardson, Savannah, Ga.
Al and my dad (Jim Head) shared a love for the law and for what is right in this world. I remember meeting him for the first time when I was a little girl. Chatham County has lost another champion of justice. My thoughts and prayers are with the St. Lawrence family.
- Theresa Head Turner, Lecanto, FL
On behalf of the men and women of the Clayton County Corrections Department please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Sheriff St. Lawrence. I knew Sheriff St. Lawrence personally and was always impressed with his knowledge, experience and dedication. God Bless the St. Lawrence and Chatham County SO family.
- Warden Dennis Nelson, Lovejoy, GA
Matthew 25:21 21 His master said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant.[a] You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much. Enter into the joy of your master.’ Pat and Family, words cannot express the pain I feel over the loss of our dear Commander and Chief, Sheriff St Lawrence. I have enjoyed working with him for the past 22 1/2 years and I take it as an honor and a priviledge to have met him. He was Fair and stern and a man of a few words, but, he spoke volumes when he spoke. He wasn't loud, but, you heard him loud and clear. He was a TRUE Law Enforcement Officer as well as a gentlemen. He was admired by so many, to include myself. He will be sadly missed by the Chatham County community as well as those in the surounding law enforcement areas. Take comfort in knowing that he truly loved his family and he worked hard to ensure that you were well taken care of. He is now resting in the comfort of God's arm and it is well with his soul. If at anytime in the future I can be of any service to you, please feel free to call on me. God loves you and so do I.
- Sharon Wanda Aikens, Garden City, Ga
Our prayers and condolences to Pat and the entire St. Lawrence family. Al will be missed.
- Pam and James Richard Payne, Bloomingdale, GA
Sheriff St. Lawrence was a man of honor a rare quality He will be missed by this community.
- Robert Kennedy, Midway, Ga
Pat, just wanted you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this time. Love always, Jim & Brenda.
- Jim & Brenda Van Fossan, Savannah, Ga
Tammy-Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
- Ebeltoft, Jacksonville, FL
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
- Jim, Judy and Emily Woods, Savannah, Ga
Dear Pat and Family, If Larry, my husband, Judge Dillon, was still with us he would join my family and I tin expressing our sincere sorrow at your passing. We knew you as a true friend to all. Your work ethic and integrity were unsurpassed. You will be missed by all as a great gift to all who knew you and especially to the citizens of Chatham County. Sincerely, Gerry Dillin and Family
- Gerry Dillon and Family, Savannah, Ga
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and the Chatham County Sheriff's Office. He will be surely missed and remembered for his unqualified devotion to the citizens of Chatham County.
- Chief Wayne Willcox - Armstrong State University Police, Savannah, Ga
So sorry to hear of the passing of Al St. Lawrence. May God give the family and many friends, the comfort and strength to make it through this difficult time. Thoughts and prayers to all.
- Karen Fisher-Reese, Tybee Island, GA
Dear St. Lawrence Family, I am a friend of Kim and wish to share my sympathy with all of you. I did not Mr. St. Lawrence personally, but certainly knew of this wonderful human being! Thinking of all of you, Constance Deja
- Constance and James Deja, Savannah, Ga
My phone would ring I would say hello and than I would hear" Darwin" This Is Your Sheriff. Al was the Sheriff for all the people of Chatham County. Al was always there to help in any way he could. A true professional. Al was a great friend and will be truly missed
- Darwin Johnson, Sav., Ga.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
- Mike&Yvonne Feltovic, Thunderbolt, Ga
My condolence to the family, Al was a good man and great Sheriff/Chief of Police. I will miss him. May God Bless and comfort you. Chief Stan York Statesboro, Georgia
- Chief Stan York, Statesboro, Ga
May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. Please accept our condolences during this holiday season. You will be in my families thoughts and prayers.
- Tennebar Family, Alpharetta, GA
To Carolyn....my sympathies on the passing of your father. He was a tremendous man - and will surely be missed.
- Foley Hurt (WFHS '78), Philadelphia , PA
Sorry for your loss and also the loss to Chatham county.
- Stephen Weaver, Brunswick, Ga
Dear Cheryl, I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. I know how much you love him. In the hard days ahead I hope it will give you some small comfort that not only family and friends but a whole Community mourns with you. You and all the family are in our thoughts and prayers.
- Trice & Ricky Cowart, Savannah, Ga.
We are so sorry to hear of your loss, our hearts and prayers are with your during these times. Maria & Steve
- Gossage, Middleburg, Fl
We are so sorry to hear of your loss, our hearts and prayers are with your during these times. Maria & Steve
- Gossage, Middleburg, Fl
Please accept my deepest sympathies during your time of loss. Please know that I am here for you. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. Sharing in your sorrow, Sheriff Ezell Brown Newton County Sheriff's Office
- Ezell Brown, Covington, GA
OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY TODAY AND ALWAYS! RETIRED SHERIFF OF COFFEE COUNTY PAUL HUTCHESON
- PAUL HUTCHESON, DOUGLAS, GA
Mrs Pat and Family my condolences to you all. Al was a good friend, fellow Georgia Sheriff and classmate in the 1992 Sheriff elect academy. We will miss his wisdom and wit in our meetings. We always managed to kid each other with his allegiance to Georgia and my to Auburn! Rest in peace my friend. Go Dawgs and War Eagle!
- Sheriff Mike Yeager, Coweta County, Georgia, Newnan, Ga.
My family & I, send our deepest sympathy to you & your family at this sad time. He will be greatly missed. Camille Ward
- Camille Ward & Family, Tybee Island, Ga
Very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with your family. God bless you all.
- Ashley and Cristi Fairchild, Glen Allen, VA
I have a lot of fond memories of Al over the years. He was the last person around that was friends with my father. Al will be truly missed by all. Pat, keep the faith and be strong, like he would want you to do. God Bless.
- Herb & Carol Harley, Savannah, GA
Our condolences for your loss. You are in our prayers.
- Emmett and Donna Bresko, Beaverdam, VA
Out condolences to the family. Truly sorry to hear about your loss my friend. Our prayers go with you! God Bless!
- Hank & Rhonda Williams , Sarasota , Florida
Thinking of you...
- Charney, Memphis, TN
My pleasure to be his friend
- Larry Lower, Chief of Police Ret., Savannah, Ga.
AL gave me my start in law enforcement in 1974. He was a great leader and great man. I will always remember him. This is a hard time for family. But he will always be in your thoughts and memories.[
- Nelson Barber, Jackson, Georgia
I will morn with the family in my heart during this time of sorrow. I love each of you all and hope that some peace will come soon as we go through this transition together.
- Patrick W. Crowe, Nashville , Tn.
We are so sorry for your loss. We will pray for comfort and strength for all of you as you go through this difficult week.
- Bruce and Mary Ann Dufresne, St Augustine , FL
I would like to tell you how sorry I am for your loss. Mr. Al was not only a good man but a dear friend to my family. He served the county well for many a year and always walked in our office with a smile. The other time I would see that smile was when he would talk about Elizabeth Ann and I know how instrumental he was in helping raise her and I know he's proud of the way she's developed into a fine young lady. Once again I am sorry for yall's and the county of Chatham will miss him also. Sincerely Jason P Sapp
- The Sapp's, Port Wentworth , Ga
To the St. Lawrence family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
- DeBerry family , Glennville , GA
Al St. Lawrence was the consummate family man, friend, Georgia Bulldog fan, and law enforcement professional. He was a man of his word and his word was his bond. John and I were privileged to call him friend. There will never be another like him. My deepest love and sympathy goes out to Pat, his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. God bless all of you.
- Mrs. John (Mary Ann) Routh, Poinciana, FL
Biz, We are all so sorry to hear about Al passing away. I know he was a very important part of your life and he will be missed by many. He was a good man. I was proud to know him. We all love you and are here for you! Much love, Eva Cheney, Jonathan, Addie and Callaway
- Eva Cheney, Cochran , Ga
My prayers go out to the family I know he was loved dearly and will be missed to many. You were blessed to have a great man in your life for many years
- Canfield, Op, Fl
My daughter went to Saint Vincent's and was in the St.Lawrence home often. Sheriff St.Lawrence was always so gracious to all of Elizabeth's (Biz) friends. HE was a wonderful role model for young people and he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers to the family during this time.
- Sinclair's, Savannah, Ga
Our prayers to the family. May you find comfort and peace!
- Billy and Sheri Gaines, Macclenny, Fl
Prayers to the family.
- Jim Canfield and family, Orange Park, FL
Our hearts, thoughts & prayers are with you all today. He is with God now. R.I.P
- The Lavallee's, Orange Park , FL
I am so sorry to hear of the Sheriffs passing. I worked for him many years ago and he was absolutely a wonderful person to work for and truly cared for his staff. I considered him a friend and he will be greatly missed. My sincere sympathy for his family.
- Vivkie Gale, Savannah , Ga
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts, we send these heartfelt condolences. A friend of mine and a legend in this community. Truly he will be missed, but to know he is absent from the body and present with Lord is our release of pain. Our prayers are with the Family, the law enforcement family, and this community. Chaplain Willie Ferrell and Family.
- Bishop Willie Ferrell and Wife Margaret, Savannah, Ga.
A great law enforcement officer who dedicated his life to the citizens of Chatham County. If you ever met him, you would then know why he was so deeply respected by the community and his fellow officers. My thoughts are with his family and the Chatham County Sheriff's office during this very difficult time!
- Jim Murray, Belfast Ireland, Ireland
Sorry to hear of Al's passing.Was a long time friend May He Rest In Peace. Prayers to the Family
- Eddie Holley, Cobbtown, Ga.
May God bless Sheriff Al St. Lawrence, the family and the Chatham County Sheriff's Department
- R.M."Butch" Ward, Richmond Hill, GA
Our thoughts and prayers are with Al's family (especially you Elizabeth). Knowing Al was a real pleasure for Amon and I. Going to Savannah and sharing in the St. Patrick Day Parade with Al and his family and friends will always have a special place in our memory.
- Amon & Sandra McCormack, North Myrtle Beach, sc
I am very sorry for your lose. For years I have heard about Mr. St Lawrence and things I seen him talking about on TV he seem like a wonderful person. May God be with your family. God bless.
- Linda Turner, Metter, Ga
We are very sorry for your loss.
- PRICE , NORTH DINWIDDIE, Va
St. Michael, the patron Saint of the defenders of good against evil just got another advisor in Al St. Lawrence. God bless you and your family. God Speed, Chief/Sheriff. RIP
- Kevin S.Barry & family - Ret. CCPD, Savannah, Ga
RIP Sheriff Lewrence
- Tyrone Daughtry, Savannah, Ga
the first time I met the sheriff he was on a county police motorcycle looking for a used car to sell at Riverside motors ,Montgomery 31st. or 32nd.Said he always had someone looking for a ride. MADE SINCE TO ME,AS HE WAS ALL OVER TOWN LOOKING FOR BAD GUYS.HE LIKED TO MEET PEOPLE,HELP THEM IF HE COULD AND LOVED HIS job.HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL THAT KNEW HI .OUR PRAYERS go out to his family and friends.
- George Rovolis, Savannah, Ga.
Deepest sympathy to the family and the Chatham County Sheriff's Office. May God continue to bless all of you. From Sheriff Pete Smith and the entire staff of the Sumter County Sheriff's Office.
- Col Eric D. Bryant, Americus, Ga
God Speed, Chief. Thank you for your leadership, your friendship, and your faith and confidence you placed in me as a young Chatham County Police Department officer. I will always cherish the memories of how you always cared for the people who worked for you. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to serve with you. May Almighty God grant you eternal rest.
- Sgt Thomas Sexton, CCPD, Ret, Guyton, Ga
My God bless the Chatham County Sheriff's Office and the Georgia Law enforcement community. A great Sheriff has pass on to heaven and all of us well miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time.
- Ret. Sheriff Stanley Tuggle, Sharpsburg, Ga.
On behalf of my family, I want to express our deepest condolences to the family of Al St Lawrence, the deputies and Staff of the Chatham County Sheriff's Department, as well as the Law Enforcement community. May God be pleased with his life and grant him eternal rest. May God bless his family, friends, and all who served with him and under his command. Retired Captain Ronald R. Richardson
- Ronald R. Richardson, Savannah, Ga.
Al and my dad (Jim Head) shared a love for the law and for what is right in this world. I remember meeting him for the first time when I was a little girl. Chatham County has lost another champion of justice. My thoughts and prayers are with the St. Lawrence family.
- Theresa Head Turner, Lecanto, FL
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
