Alan Leslie Lawrence

Alan Leslie Lawrence, age 65, of Viroqua, died Saturday, October 17, 2020. He was born in Viroqua on June 7, 1955, to the late Leslie and Clara (Hunter) Lawrence. Alan graduated from Hillsboro High School and while in high school he took welding classes. After graduation, Alan went to have more training for his welding career and also took classes for janitorial services. After Alan learned more about the art of welding, he worked for River Steel in La Crosse as a welder. Alan also worked for a short period of time for a business in McFarland, Wisconsin and when he moved back to Viroqua, he worked at Family and Children Services and Sleepy Hollow. He was a free spirit who was known for his kindness and gentle personality. When Alan’s parents were moved to a nursing home, he made sure that he went to visit them every day to assist them. He was also known to help many others who needed assistance in the nursing home. Alan walked many miles around the country. He was good natured and cared about others. One thing Alan loved was animals; he was good at taming even the wild ones. There are stories of times where Alan has been known to tame a crow, pigeons, a racoon, a red-tailed hawk, and a squirrel. Alan was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers and sisters-in-law: Byron and Rita Lawrence, John and Barb Lawrence. Survivors include his siblings: Branson (Doris) Lawrence, Betty Ross, Joan (Roger) VonHaden and Janet (Jerry) Aboussleman; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A graveside service will be held at a later date at the Bear Creek Cemetery in Lafarge. Online Condolences may be expressed at www.vossfh.com Vosseteig-Larson Funeral Home in Viroqua is serving Alan's family. 123 W. Decker Street Viroqua, WI 54665 608-637-2100