Honoring the Legacy of James Wesley Lawrence  

Born February 14, 1917

A Living Legacy of Generations

From one life grew a powerful lineage of love, strength, and family.
The legacy of James Wesley Lawrence continues through generations who carry his name, spirit, and story forward.

Children

  • Judy Eve Lawrence — Born December 31, 1950
  • Alisa Romaine Chapman — Born March 1, 1968

Grandchildren

Adrian Wesley Boddie-Chapman — Born December 30, 1971
James Burnell Boddie — Born March 23, 1974
Allen Henry Boddie (Allen Lawrence Boddie-Chapman)Born September 23, 1975
Nichole Lucretia Chapman (Boddie-Hopson)Born June 11, 1978
Travis Wesley Chapman — Born November 13, 1982
Charity Elizabeth Chapman (Bushnell)Born February 16, 1987
Chelsey Eve Chapman — Born October 11, 1988

Great-Grandchildren

Jasmine Ciara Boddie (Alexander) • Adrienne Lynette Boddie (Miller) • Jasmine Eve Boddie (Miller) • Aniya Nicole Gray • Jamyra Tanae Green • Jamal Lewis Green • Jakiyah Judy-Eve Boddie • James Burnell Boddie Jr. • Jamauri Adrian Boddie • Shamiyah Jada Saunders • Taylor Renee Boddie • Madisyn Unique Boddie • Jaiden Justin Newby • Alisa Newby Boddie • Judea Nichole Boddie • Allena Francine Boddie • Gabrielle Esther-Louise Boddie • Julian Wesley Boddie • Justin Demetrius Boddie-Kelly • Jordan Isaiah Boddie-Kelly • Demetria Eve Boddie-Kelly • Darius Wesley Chapman • Jayda Chantel Chapman • Jaiden James Bushnell • Ashton Cole Bushnell • Noah Steven Bushnell

Great-Great Grandchildren

Curtis Leroy Alexander II • Jase Levias Alexander • Adriana Mechell Miller • Daylen Micah Miller • Nylah Kiere Riddick • Kennedy Noelle Riddick • Karson James Boddie • Malachi Dajour Miller • Journee Eve Miller • Milo Wesley Miller • Morgan Nichole Miller • True Sarai Miller (Unborn) • Ky’zier Darnell Green • Londyn Arbri Payton • Zariah Nichole Green • Adrian Lawrence Boddie-Chapman • Destinee Ion Norfleet

A Legacy That Lives On

Through each generation, the roots grow deeper and the branches reach further.
The story of James Wesley Lawrence is not just one life—but a family tree filled with love, resilience, and generations yet to come.
"A life well lived echoes through generations."

Dramatization of JWL

The Attempted Annihilation of a Legacy - and a Daughter’s Fight for Justice - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJ5OnO1ozlc

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is family a central focus of this ministry?

Because strong families create strong communities—and healing starts at home.

What issues do these programs address?

Communication, emotional healing, generational patterns, and spiritual growth.

Are programs designed for both men and women?

Yes, with intentional focus on strengthening relationships and understanding roles.

Can children participate?

Yes. Many programs are designed to impact the entire family unit.

What you heal today becomes the legacy you leave tomorrow.