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Richard DAWSON Obituary
Richard Henley Dawson Sr., of Madison Heights, passed away Aug. 30, 2008, at his home.
Born in Richmond, he was a son of the late Gerald Leslie Dawson and Maude Drummond Dawson. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Bob Dewitt.
Mr. Dawson was a United States Air Force World War II veteran and served in Germany as a medic. He was retired from Frances Denny and was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church.
Survivors include five children, Henley Dawson Jr., Bob R. Dawson, Ed L. Dawson, Sue Brown and Wanda Sanders; a sister, Emily Crouch; a brother, Wilkins Dawson, 8 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren.
The family would like to give a special thanks to the Hicks family for their love and concern for Richard Dawson.
A graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, at St. Paul's Episcopal Church Cemetery, by the Rev. Phyllis Hicks. Military honors will be rendered by American Legion Post 16.
Memorial contributions may be made in lieu of flowers to St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 2009 Kenmore Road, Amherst, VA 24521.
Whitten Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Monelison Chapel, is assisting the family. To send a condolence to the family please visit www.whitten
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Mindy, David, Dakota & Madisyn Zegarelli
September 2, 2008
Each and every member of the family is in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sadness. Although, its also a time to celebrate. Celebrate the life that brought us so much joy,Granddaddy will be missed by many!
Ross Beverley
September 2, 2008
Richard was a significant part of my life. He fullfilled the role as Grandfather to me in my teens thru my Enlisting in the Navy. He provided wise counsel on what to expect, much of which from his stories I will never forget. I still remember our first cane fishing trip to Izaac Walton lake , the ride to Florida in the Pinto and all our baseball talks. I am glad he was a part of my life and will miss him greatly.
Ross Beverley & Family
Kevin and Alison Adams
September 2, 2008
We are very sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Louise Irby
September 2, 2008
Dickie, Bobby,Eddie, Sue & Wanda.
There is no bond stronger than between a parent and child. Pop was a wonderful Father to you all. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you at this time.
Louise, Wayne Irby
Don & Ross
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