Laurence Kwabena Dash

Laurence Kwabena Dash, age 60, passed away in Laurel, Maryland on September 3, 2025.

Laurence, beloved son of Sheila Dash and beloved brother of Michele Dash-Pauls, was born in Georgetown, Guyana in April 1965. Laurence went to high school in Brooklyn, NY and then enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he served for several years before being honorably discharged. After his military service, Laurence joined the federal government as a civil servant, retiring from the National Science Foundation as a lead cost analyst in 2021. Laurence earned degrees in accounting and divinity and delivered sermons as a guest preacher at churches in the region. Laurence also loved painting and drawing, traveling, taking care of his cats, and spending time with family and friends.

Laurence is survived by his mother, Sheila Dash, his sister, Michele Dash-Pauls, his nephews, Marcus Pauls and Eric Pauls, his brother-in-law, Barry Pauls, and many extended family members and friends.

*This obituary was lovingly written and submitted by the family*