James Preston Lawrence, 80 of Little Rock passed away Thursday, January 27, 2022. He leaves to cherish his memory his children; James Lawrence (Courtney), Byron Lawrence, Anita Choyce, Kenny Lawrence and Tim Curry, one brother; Joseph Lawrence and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 5, 2022, 11:00am, Hardy Funeral Home Memorial Chapel, 5300 West 12th Street. The family will receive friends Friday, February 4, 2022, 6-7pm in the Hardy Funeral Home Memorial Chapel. Due to COVID-19 a facial mask is required.