Lawrence Edward Junstrom (June 22, 1949 – October 5, 2019) was an American bassist who was a member of the rock band .38 Special from 1977 until 2014.

He played saxophone and clarinet in school in 5th and 6th grades, but immediately became interested in guitar after watching The Beatles on The Ed Sullivan Show.

[1] While in high school, Junstrom became friends with Ronnie Van Zant and was recruited to be the bass guitarist of what became Lynyrd Skynyrd from its formation in 1964 and through its early Jacksonville and regional touring days.

[3] Junstrom retired from .38 Special after 37 years in 2014 due to a hand injury that required surgery.

[4] An avid amateur radio operator, Junstrom's call sign was K4EB, which he read as "Known 4 Excellent Bass.