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Jean Lawson Obituary

Jean Lawson

Jean Lawson went to be with our Lord on May 19, 2011, at Shands Hospital in Gainesville, Fl. She was born in Somerset Kentucky in 1929 to Clarence and Ella Massey, but lived most her life in Tallahassee, Fl. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and sister. She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother and devoted husband John "Bart" Lawson. She is survived by two sisters, Rita Huelle, and Wanda Green, and one brother, Don Massey; three sons, Steve (Punkie) Bethea, Jacksonville, Fl, Neil (Sandy) Bethea, Tallahassee, Fl, Bob Bethea, Tallahassee, Fl, and her daughter, Lisa (Mike) Williams, Macon, Ga; and by 11 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren and many dear friends. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. The family will be having a private service at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in her memory to: Shands Hospital, Burn Center, Gainesville, Fl.

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Published by Tallahassee Democrat on Jun. 1, 2011.

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Janice Hampton

May 27, 2024

Oh how Jim loved this beautiful lady. To know her was to love her.
Janice Hampton

June 2, 2011

Jean and John Lawson were two of the dearest friends I ever had. I cherish the memories we shared. They kind of took me in as one of their own and stood by me when I probably didn't deserve it. We had some great times together over many years. Like John before, he always mentioned that she was adorable and I have to agree with that. Jean, I know that you are with your lover and confidant. All my love. Jim "Coach" Hampton.

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