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Gregory L. Dawson
1938 - 2016
Gregory L. Dawson
1938 - 2016
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BORN
1938
DIED
2016
Gregory Dawson Obituary
Age 78, of Massillon, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2016 in Mercy Medical Center. He was born Sept. 20, 1938 in Burton, W.Va., to the late Garnet Ray and Martha (Pyles) Dawson. Greg was a 1956 graduate of Timken High School and a U.S. Army veteran. He was the owner/operator of Dawson Enterprises for 38 years. Greg was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles aerie #190 and the North Lawrence Fish and Game Club. Greg had a great passion for flying, he achieved both his pilot and helicopter license and was a Harley Davidson enthusiast.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia A. (Kritzer) to whom he was married 51 years; two daughters and sons-in-law, Denise and Greg Walsh, Kim and Pat McCarthy; two grandchildren, Elaina and Patrick “PJ” McCarthy; one sister and brother-in-law, Carol and Bob Buckle; good friends, Pete Cullum and Bob Schaub.
There will be a private family service, there will be no public services. Condolences or fond memories may be shared online at www.sandersfuneralhomes.com.
Kreighbaum-Sanders
330-484-2525
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December 29, 2016
Greg was very easy to do business with,a man of his word.He was an ambassador to the shooting sports.You will be missed, but not forgotten.Godspeed from Richmond Sportsman's Club.
December 26, 2016
So sorry to hear of Greg's passing. We have many fond memories of Christmas eve at Ray & Helen's house. Mary sends her love and your family is in our prayers.
Mark & Dona McCullough
Doug Bryson
December 24, 2016
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Greg Bloomfield
December 23, 2016
Sorry to hear about Greg's passing. My condolences to the family. Always enjoyed our conversations about cars, shooting and family!
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Greg Massaro
December 22, 2016
I shot for Dawsons for about 7 years. Greg was a great guy and always had time to talk with you. I even use a business ethic he told me about. Remember who got you where you are at. Don't forget them. Thanks for your time , My prayers to the family, Greg Massaro
Brian Keller
December 22, 2016
"It's so hard to forget someone who gave you so much to remember" Deepest sympathy to the Dawson Family, Greg was one of a kind.
Brian Keller and Family
Zachary Van Dress
December 22, 2016
I was sad to hear about Greg's passing. He was always kind to me in my dealings with him.
Sue Kaufman
December 22, 2016
Hugs and prayers to the family- we go back many years- I love remembering the good times we all had trapshooting. We had a great circle of friends we will always fondly remember.
Ginger Borell
December 22, 2016
So sorry to hear about Greg. He was an awesome customer of ours. Always enjoyed seeing him and Pat. Loved hearing about the grand children. Prayers and hugs for the family.
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