Lawrence was born in Saint Albans, Vermont on April 8, 1937, to Marjorie Gould Fairbanks and Donald Fairbanks.
After he graduated from Merrimack High School in New Hampshire, he joined the Air Force where he served for four years.
Lawrence and his wife, Diana Lee Fairbanks, were married in Abilene, Kansas in 1980. In 1981, they moved to Montana where they enjoyed the wildlife, hiking, and playing card games together.
Survivors include his wife, Diana Fairbanks; a daughter, Theresa Whalen (Steven); and two sons Lawrence Fairbanks Jr. (Tammy), and Timothy Fairbanks (Angela).
He is also survived by numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents; twin brother, Terrance Fairbanks; sisters, Sally Raymond, Beverly Dubois; infant son, Steven Fairbanks; and daughter, Tina Canaday.
Cremation has been chosen and a private family service will take place at a later date.