Lawrence Reynold Folks went to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 23, 2020 at his home in Waynesboro at the age of 93.  Lawrence was born September 23, 1926 in Elkins, WV to Lewis W. and Ethel Gear Folks. He served in the US Army in Italy at the end of World War II and was honorably discharged in 1946.  Upon returning from war, he married Clarabell Scott.  He was employed by Allegheny Lumber Company prior to relocating to Waynesboro in 1964 where he retired from Virginia Metalcrafters after 26 years. He loved gardening, building model railroads, and was known for his creative ingenuity. He was a square dance caller and for years taught square dancing to youth in the community.  He was a member of Wayne Hills United Methodist Church and most recently attended Harvest Church International.

He was preceded in death three months prior by Clarabell, his wife of 72 years.  He was also predeceased by one daughter, Kay Herring, and three brothers. He is survived by his sister, Elsie Carr of Dover, DE; daughter, Lynda Davis and husband, Browning of Stuarts Draft; four grandchildren: James L Jay and wife, Megan of Roanoke; Kathy Jay Gingerich and husband, Derrick of Stuarts Draft; Stephanie Davis and fiancé, Ken Herz of Stuarts Draft; Amy Herring Showers and husband, Kenton of Waynesboro; as well as five great-grandsons: Cameron Jay, Jayson Gingerich, Ethan Jay, David Showers, and Wyatt Showers; and his beloved dachshund, Tippi.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, there will be no public service, but a private graveside service will be held on May 1, 2020 with Pastors Gene and Linda Arey officiating. Memories and condolences to the family can be made at mcdowfuneralhomeinc.com .

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Harvest Church International Christian Center, 535 W. Main Street, Waynesboro, VA 22980.