Lawrence Baunach, beloved husband of Patricia for 64 years, loving father of Lawrence Jr., William and Catherine, and proud grandfather of Father David Baunach, Mary (and her husband Peter), Patrick, Christopher, Tori and Emma, passed away on August 18, 2017 .  Lawrence proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, and returned home to work for and become part owner of George Baunach and Sons Trucking Company. He was a member of the Loyal Order of Moose, the American Legion and the Knights of Columbus.  Visitation will be on Tuesday, August 22nd , from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at The Elms Funeral Home, 7600 W. Grand Avenue, Elmwood Park. The funeral mass will be on Wednesday, August 23rd , at 10:30 AM at Saint Cyprian Catholic Church, 2601 Clinton Street, River Grove. Following the mass, Lawrence will be laid to rest at St. Joseph's Cemetery with full military honors.  Arrangements are under the direction of Walnut Lawn Funeral Home, Ltd. - DeGraffenreid-Wood-Crematory, Springfield, MO. 417-886-6127