Surrounded by family and ready to meet her Savior, Laverne went peacefully to her heavenly home on July 4, 2012. Born in Shamrock, TX in 1929 she lived a long and full life in Texas and California. Preceded in death by her parents Estus and Clara Nickell, brother Don Nickell, beloved Aunt and best friend Pauline Burley and her husband Don, grandson Wesley Meyer and cousin Jarrod Willcutt. Survived by her devoted and loving husband of 28 years, Cecil Lawrence with whom she lived in Irving and most recently Lewisville. Cecil and Laverne shared a love for their children; hers and his. Her daughter Kimberly Church, husband Randy and grandchildren Ryan and Hannah, all of Lewisville. Her son Joel Jennings and wife Jinni of Waxahachie. His daughter Sue Meyer and husband Norman of Trophy Club; daughter Sandy Gorman and husband Lee of Allen; 7 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Beloved cousins Connie & Tracy Nelson, Janette Boggs and Tammy & Patrick Willcutt all of California. Laverne was an active member of Irving Baptist Fellowship where she greatly enjoyed Bible studies and volunteering until illness prohibited her from doing so the past few years. The family will welcome visitors on Monday, July 9 from 6 to 8 pm at Donnellys Colonial Funeral Home in Irving with a Celebration of Life on Tuesday, July 10 at 10 am at Donnellys Colonial Chapel. Donations can be made to Christ Haven for Children, Keller, TX in memory of Wesley Meyer.