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Grayson Lambert Obituary

Grayson Michael Lambert

Beloved Springfield teenager, Grayson Michael Lambert, age 16, was welcomed into God's Kingdom on Saturday, September 15, 2012 at 12:25 a.m. Grayson was born on April 25, 1996 to mother, Georgia Marie Marshall and father, John Michael Lambert. Grayson perished as the result of a plane crash along with his sister McKinley, age 15, and his younger brother Joshua, age 10.

Grayson was a junior at Glendale High School and an Honor Student. He was a member of the Debate team as well as a teammate to the Glendale Falcon Soccer team.

Grayson never passed up a bowl of ice cream or a plate of Sloppy Joes with tater-tots. He worked as a lifeguard at Hickory Hills Country Club in the summer and was a member of Schweitzer Methodist Church.

He is survived by his mother, Georgia Marshall; stepmother Holly Lambert; his sister Tyler Jane Kieny; grandparents and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Grayson was loved and will be dearly missed by all.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Lambert Children's Memorial Fund at Morgan Stanley, Jeff Laymen contact person. Funds will be distributed among organizations throughout the community.

Services will be held in Second Baptist Church on Battlefield Road in Springfield on Saturday, September 22, 2012 at 1:00 p.m.

The family appreciates all the prayers, love and amazing support from everyone since his passing.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by News-Leader from Sep. 19 to Sep. 21, 2012.

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Wendy Woolfrey

September 13, 2023

8/14/2023...11 years goes in a blink of the eye. I am sad for our loss of Holly but and so thrilled that I know you have All been reunited with the angels. Miss you, McKinley & Josh. I missed your growing and living a life.

Grayson Lambert

February 27, 2018

That is my full name!

Marcie & Don Cooley

September 23, 2012

You have done well in raising your children and although you and Ty are lost and heartbroken... please find comfort in knowing that now you have two special guardian angels to watch over you and they both love you very much. Your Friend is here whenever you need me.

Cindy Baird

September 22, 2012

Grayson's life will be forever treasured in the hearts of his friends and in this community.

Wendy Woolfrey

September 21, 2012

Grayson, you got your license the day before I saw you in April... God needed a new personal driver. I will miss you

September 21, 2012

I remember Grayson as a kindergartener and 1st Grader. He was a precious boy. May your memories bring smiles to your heart. And may God give your strength in the days ahead.
Sharon Peacock

ashley nigh

September 20, 2012

God bless your family at this difficult time. Your in my prayers!

April Henson

September 19, 2012

My thoughts and heart are with your family at this time. So sorry for your loss.

Karen (MiMi) Lutz

September 18, 2012

You are one of my precious grand children. Very happy, talented and intelligent. All who knew you loved you, the smile will always be remembered. I ask God to keep you safe in heaven. I will see you soon. Love MiMi

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