Obituary of Brian O’Neil Lawrence Sr.

Brian O'Neil Lawrence Sr., was born on July 9, 1975 to Graham "Big Graham" and Eleasea Lawrence Sr., of Amelia County, VA. He graduated from Amelia County High School and later attended Livingston College in North Carolina. Brian accepted Jesus Christ into his life early and deepened his faith by attending Pilgrim Baptist Church in Jetersville, VA, into adulthood.

A gifted barber, Brian, known as Big B, pursued his passion and became a licensed Master Barber. Over the years, he touched countless lives working at Beaumont Juvenille Correctional Center, Hallmark Youthcare, and 4Bkutz Barbershop before owning G2G Barbershop in Chesterfield, VA. When his health prevented him from continuing his work behind the barber chair, he found a new purpose coaching football for Clover Hill Sports Association. He instilled discipline, accountability, and love in every young athlete he mentored.

In 2005, Brian met the love of his life, Roxanne Rochelle (Briggs) of Chesterfield, VA. Their bond, divinely ordained by God, was sealed in holy matrimony on July 7, 2007. Together, they built a beautiful, blended family filled with love, laughter, and devotion. Their children - KeShawnda "KiKi", Alexandria "Lex", Sydne "Syd", Brian Jr. "Stick", and D'Monte' "Water bug" were later joined by their younger blessings: Rhema "Rhemer", Brian III "Levi", Trinitee "Trin Trin", and Eliyahu "Drip".

Brian Sr. Is preceded in death by his father, Graham Lawrence Sr.; his brothers Antonio and Marlon Jr; his grandmother, Lucy Chalkley; his cousin Karon; and his uncle, Eddie Chalkley Jr.

Left to cherish his memory is his beloved wife, Roxanne, and their children: KeShawnda, Alexandria (Maurice, Sr.), Sydne (Jamie), Brian Jr., D'Monte", Rhema, Brian III, Trinitee, and Eliyahu. His legacy continues through his grandchildren, Maurice Jr., "Junie Buck," and Majesty "Little Head", and his trusted four-legged friend Chancy.

Brian Sr.'s love knew no bounds, extending to their cherished bonus children, Niya (Quan), Denisha, Kat, Austin, Devorian, Jacara, and Richard, bonus grandbaby, Madison "Maddie Boo" and his godchildren, Alexis, and twins Kenyon and Deiyon.

He is survived by his mother Eleasea, his siblings; Graham Jr., Michael (Lashawn), Joseph, Ashley, Justin (Ivy) Dwight (La Fonda "La La"), Rori, James (Noricka), and Antoine (Cedric); his brothers- and sisters-in-laws; Tony (Angela), Patricia (Lenny), and Tammy (Andre); his devoted niece and nephews, Nakia, Nazir, Maurice Jr., and Nasim; his aunts, and uncles, Viola, Marilyn (Paul), Hazel, Alfreda, Shirley, Stevie, and Alvin.

Brian Sr.'s circle of love extended everywhere, including a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and countless friends who became family. Brian's presence was larger than life, and his impact was immeasurable. His warmth, humor, and unwavering love for family and friends will be deeply missed.

His joy, laughter, and faith will live on in all who knew him.