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Robert Lawson Obituary
age 81, of Tucson, AZ passed away peacefully March 5, 2011, at 7:35pm surrounded by his family. He was born in Betsy Lane, KY on May 11, 1929 and attended Tucson State University. He served faithfully in the United States Army during World War II. Robert was a retired elementary school teacher. Loving partner of William Beth for 28 years. Beloved father of Steven R. Lawson (Barbara) and Pamela E. Searl (Jack). Loving grandfather of Steve Lawson (Denise), Michelle Fritz (Phil), Jared Searl and Katherine Searl. Dear great grandfather of Steve Lawson, Nathan Lawson and Liam Fritz. Loving brother to 16 siblings and former husband of Phyllis Lawson. Robert was a faithful member of the Church of the Center for Spiritual Living Tucson and the Unity Church of the White Mountains. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to either the Center of Spiritual Living of Tucson or the Unity Church in Lakeside AZ. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
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Lois MacKenzie Stake
April 12, 2011
I am so grateful to have reconnected to my Uncle RB in the last couple years. We talked on the phone for an hour, he was a kindhearted man. He told me stories of his Army days and growing up. I will be forever grateful my cousin Theresa put me in touch with him before his passing. Prayers for all who are feeling the loss of a wonderful man.
Steven Robert Lawson
March 25, 2011
On behalf of all of Robert B. Lawson, Jr.'s family, I would like to thank everyone that has expressed sympathy, condolences, and has offered their support during this difficult time-it is greatly appreciated!
My Dad was a kind, gentle person that had an abiding faith in God, and truly believed in peace, love, and helping his fellowman.
Perhaps the greatest gift that he ever gave to me was the insight to look for the good in ALL things.
He will be greatly missed by family and friends alike!
Linda Pearse
March 14, 2011
I will miss Rob at Unity of the White Mtns. I have known him as long as he was a member there and am thankful for the blessing of counting him as a friend. Linda Pearse
Denny Shankland
March 14, 2011
Hi Dick,
I am so blessed to have known you and Rob. I will always remember sitting in your living room and visiting several years ago. Rob's voice still echos in my mind. May the peace of knowing that someday you will be together rest gently on your mind. And remember...he is hearing some really great music! Denny
kim cassell
March 13, 2011
I WILL MISS MEETING ROB ON SUNDAY FOR LUNCH AFTER OUR UNITY SERVICE IN THE WHITE MOUNTAINS OF AZ
March 13, 2011
Dick, we feel your pain and great loss. We will all miss Rob very much. Our sympathy and condolences to you, as well as to Rob's very large family and many friends. Joy and Dar, Green Valley, AZ
Lillian Donovan
March 13, 2011
Dear Dick,
Please accept our sincere condolences. Rob was so kind to offer assistance and care to Kay & me on several occasions. We will miss him.
Kay & Lil
Barbara Baum and Geoff White
March 12, 2011
We will miss seeing Rob on Sundays at Unity in all the summers to come. We are grateful to have known and loved him and so enjoyed the love and warmth Rob expressed in this world. Our love and condolences to Dick on the loss of such a beloved friend and companion.
Roz Katz
March 11, 2011
Our sympathy and condolences to Dick and to all of Rob's family. After so many years as a homeowner at Rainbow Lake Mobile Home Park the place will not be the same without him. He will be missed by his card playin' pals and by those of us who saw him passing by with his long walking stick.
Rest in peace Rob.
Roz Katz and Judy Bernsein
March 10, 2011
Thanks Rob for all the great times we shared. Miss your laugh. Jim Hoy & Dale Peters
Theresa Watson
March 10, 2011
He will be missed. : (
Theresa Watson
March 10, 2011
He will be missed. :(
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