Lawrence Blackwell, age 80, of Eldon, died Saturday, July 30, 2022, at his residence. He was born July 29, 1942, at Vienna, a son of Clarence and Myrtle (Copeland) Blackwell. Survivors include: his children; Steven, Michael, James, Karin, and Mark; 15 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. Visitation 12 noon - 2 p.m., Wednesday, August 3, 2022, in Birmingham-Martin Funeral Home, Vienna, with service following at 2 p.m. under the direction of Birmingham-Martin Funeral Home, Vienna. Online condolences can be made online at www.birminghammartinfuneralhomes.com