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Claudia Switzer
Cedar Rapids
Claudia Lee Switzer was born in November 1953, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids. She passed away peacefully at her home in Nashville, Tenn., on April 29, 2021.
Claudia attended Kenwood Elementary School, Harding Junior High School and Kennedy Senior High School, graduating in 1971.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Donavon B. Switzer Sr. and Constance L. Switzer.
She is survived by her husband, William "Billy" Lawrence of Nashville; and by her brothers, Donavon (Nancy), Scott (Sue) and Bradley. She is also survived by her niece, Jennifer; nephews, Zachary, Eric, Jackson and Harry; and grand-nephew, Levi.
Claudia was loved by all who came to know her. She loved collecting vintage clothing and furniture. Claudia also loved music and enjoyed attending the Bonnaroo Music Festival in Tennessee for many years. Yoga and swimming were two of her ongoing passions. She was a free spirit who was so generous and loyal to her friends.
Claudia married William Lawrence in October 1993, in Lake Tahoe, Calif. Billy and Claudia loved buying and renovating homes in the Bay Area, and also the home they purchased in Nashville after they left San Francisco in 2003. Claudia and Billy also enjoyed skiing and made many trips to Colorado to play in the snow. They also enjoyed traveling and camping. She dearly loved the Lawrence family and she became a cherished part of their lives.
A celebration of her life will take place on June 19 at her and Billy’s home in Nashville.
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