Lawrence David Haney

Lawrence was married to Kathleen E. Haney on May 31, 1975. Together they built a family life marked by steady devotion, generous care for others, and a deep sense of responsibility that carried through every season of life.

Lawrence is survived by his children, David {Renee} Haney and Thomas {Julie} Haney; and by his grandchildren: grandsons Nate, Noah, and Nick Haney, and granddaughter Anika Haney. He is also survived by his siblings, Martin {Sandy} Haney, Rick {Bonnie} Haney, and Vicki {Steve} Swanson; and by his in-laws, Mary Haney, Phyllis Grisanzio, Yvonne Smith, and Vito Grisanzio Sr. He is further survived by his aunts and uncles, Gerry {Sophie} Haney, Bob Cuccia, Kaye Haney, Barb Lange, and Carol Cuccia {Kathy}; as well as 67 nieces and nephews and numerous cousins.

A man of faith and service, Lawrence was a member of St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in Belleview, Florida, where he served as a Eucharistic Minister and Youth Minister, taught Active Parenting Classes, and participated in COR Retreats. He also supported many events and charitable outreach activities. Lawrence was a member of the Knights of Columbus 8012 and the 4th Degree Assembly 2062, reflecting a lifelong commitment to community, fellowship, and duty.

Lawrence served in the United States Air Force from 1970 to 1974. He graduated from Harlem High School in Loves Park, Illinois (Class of 1970), and earned an AAA Degree from Rock Valley College in Rockford, Illinois.

Throughout his working life, Lawrence brought reliability, warmth, and a steady hand to every role. He enjoyed many different jobs through his career, including time at Capri Restaurant in Rockford, Illinois, with his brother-in-law Vito Grizanzio Sr., where he valued the many customers, vendors, colleagues, and events that shaped those years. He also worked at Vic’s Embers in Leesburg, Florida, alongside many coworkers and customers. Lawrence later retired from the Marion County Fire Fleet Department in Ocala, Florida, after 20 years as Logistics Manager, serving with many beloved coworkers.

Lawrence found joy in sports and the camaraderie they bring. He was a fan of the Chicago Cubs, Green Bay Packers, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Blackhawks, and University of Illinois, along with other sports. He enjoyed playing softball, bowling, and golfing, and he gave his time coaching T-Ball, Baseball, and Basketball—quietly investing in others with patience and encouragement.

He also enjoyed traveling and home repair, not only for himself but in the way he readily helped family, friends, and others—offering practical support with a generous spirit. His long-standing commitment to giving back was evident in his 30 years of support for Relay for Life (LRMC), as well as his support of Disabled American Veterans, Boys Town, and other charities.

Lawrence was preceded in death by his parents, Melvin and Wilma Haney; his grandparents, Stanley and Louise Haney, and William and Mable Lange; his aunts and uncles, Don {Marie} Lange, Lila Lange, Bill Lange, Stan Haney, Lyle {Sylvia} Haney, and Faye {Gil} Skouvsted; his in-laws, Arthur {Lois} Smith, Rosemary Kopp, Patricia Haney, Dan Smith, Janette Grisanzio, Bill {Mary} Kilkelly, Domenic Grisanzio, Budd Kopp; his nephew, Steven Swanson; and his cousin, David Cuccia.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Theresa’s Church in Belleview, Florida, for the Soup Kitchen or Food Pantry, or canned goods may be brought for collection at any time.