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Johnnie Clyde Lawless "JC" Nov. 19, 1986 to Oct. 15, 2007 JC was the Beloved son of John & Lisa Lawless, brother to Megan and was a friend to many. JC was a graduate of Bethel High, Class of 2005 & and graduate of Western Tech University in El Paso, TX, Class of 2007. JC had a love for computers, since the age of 8. His Mom called him her personal "Geek Squad". JC was always willing to help anyone who needed him. He was generous and thoughtful and he will be dearly missed by his family and friends. JC is survived by his Mom, Dad, Sister and Grandparents Johnnie & Christel Lawless and Mary Russo, Aunt and Uncle Juanita & Hans Lawless of El Paso, TX and many other family and friends in Kentucky. There will be no formal services in Washington. JC will be laid to rest in the family cemetery in Russell Springs, KY.
Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Oct. 17, 2007.

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LISA LAWLESS

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October 15, 2023

16 years have past , missing you every day my son

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Our family always enjoy time out shooting, JC loved going out to the desert shooting

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Time with horses in Texas

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Fishing with Dad and Opa was something JC enjoyed

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My little man with his baby sister

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JC with Dad and our horse (Buffalo)

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Every day but especially this time of year I miss you more and more. Talking about you last night brought me back to your childhood. You always had that mischievous smile from little on. It´s like you were thinking, ( what can I do next ). Always giggling when you knew you were doing something you weren´t supposed to be doing, LOL. Even when you got older you still laughed when you got caught. I miss you

Lisa

December 14, 2016

You are always the light in my heart

Last family Thanksgiving 2006

Lisa Lawless

November 16, 2016

My baby boy J.C. 6 months old

Lisa Lawless

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Car show 2007

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Last car show with his dad in Graham, WA 2007

Lisa Lawless

November 19, 2014

johnnie x lawless

June 24, 2014

oma And opa love and miss you very much

Graduation from Technical College

January 20, 2014

Adelane Hawkins

January 19, 2014

you will always be missed lawless!!!

Momma

June 24, 2013

A candle will always burn in my heart for you

melissa silex

December 20, 2009

From the moment i met johnnie at acs, he was nothing but help. He offered assistance even when sometimes he got in trouble for going out of his way, to help. But I'll remember johnnie for the smiles he put on all our faces in training. He was such a shining star that will be forever missed.

Tiger

June 7, 2008

I dont know what i can possibly say that would help you,J,and the rest of the faimly, over come this unbelieveable loss,simple words are just not enough. What i do know,is that he is with the good Lord above,and one day we will all be with the boy again. I love you all,and my prayers are with you always.

Kenny&Jackie Lawless

April 6, 2008

He was our family and he was also our friend.We loved having him here with us for the short time that GOD allowed us to be with him. We all love U,J.C. You will be in our hearts forever,,,,Kenny&Jackie,,all of us,again we love YA!!!!!!

JC fishing with Dad 9/2007

February 26, 2008

Melissa Jacobsen

January 23, 2008

J.C.
Life is a gift, given and taken at some unknown time. Your time came too soon.

It's been so hard for me to comprehend that your gone..I keep telling myself that it's not real but honestly, I just haven't allowed myself to think about it.

I will always remember the fun times we spent together at Oma &Opa's. Remember the time you insisted on bugging us girls in the pool, so I dragged your (big) tushy out.

It never mattered how much you drove us crazy, we always ended up laughing in the end. You always had a way of turning our frowns upside down!

I will miss those times but I know that you are in a safe and peaceful place now.
Love and Miss you Lots!!

Lisa Lawless

November 19, 2007

Today is your 21st Birthday, you are in my heart.
Love Momma

Delila Williams

November 15, 2007

I was so shocked to hear that JC was no longer with us. The world has lost a very special person. He will be missed and remembered for his sweet, funny and kind personality to us. I still have the CD's he burned for me of music I told him I liked.

To John, Lisa and Megan,
You will be in our prayers. Our deepest condolences. We miss you dearly and hope to see you again soon.

Josef, Julie, Micky and Rebecca Kueller

November 11, 2007

As a baby you had the cutest golden curls. As a young boy you loved to do canan-balls in Oma's pool and splashed Megan and Michelle. As a teenager you ran after the girls and now you are flying with the angels. You will be remembered and missed by your Florida family. Josef, Julie, Michelle and Rebecca.

Alec Colovos

November 10, 2007

I miss Johnnie. I met Johnnie when he was my student. Over occasional coffee at borders, we became friends. And that friendship deepened each time we got together. Which is why I will miss the Johnnie I came to know, and even more the Johnnie who might have been.

Both of them are the Johnnie I will remember and think about.

Western Technical College

November 7, 2007

The staff and faculty at Western Technical College would like to express our sincere condolences for Johnnie and the family. He will be missed and the world is not the same without him. He left a footprint on this earth for all to admire. God Bless you Johnnie and may peace be with you and your family.

Beth and Phil Patel

November 6, 2007

This is to J.C.
We will never forget you. You were thoughful, kind, funny, and a sweet boy, sometimes even goofy! You will truely be missed and remain in our thoughts.

Fern Diaz

November 3, 2007

John Lisa and Megan We were shocked and so sorry for your loss JC will be missed by us all
Miss ya blind baby
love Tony Fern and Aimee

Tammy Schrodt

November 1, 2007

John, Lisa & Megan,
I don't have to tell you how much you all mean to me. You all have become my adopted family. JC was a great young man, (kid to me). He was always there and willing to help with anything that needed to be done for me or my mother. From staining a fence at my house or lifting large furniture or setting up computers at my Mom's. He was a sensitive soul with a kind heart. He was great fun to be around and had a smile that would melt your heart. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
My love, support and prayers go out to you and your entire family during this difficult time.

Vanessa Quintana

October 31, 2007

My sincere condolences, John was SUCH an amazing person! He use to make me laugh constantly...much love to his family. He will be missed immensely...

Gloria Selby

October 30, 2007

John, Lisa and Megan,
Please know that I share in your sorrow at the loss of your precious son, JC. I will continue to pray for you that you may be comforted and your heart to heal.

Cousin Gloria Selby

Mollie Selby

October 30, 2007

John, Lisa and Megan,
There is no way to express the depth of sorrow at the loss of a child. Please know that our love and prayers are with you. And know that you will be with your "Little Boy" again.

Aunt Mollie and Shena

Shannon Morgan

October 30, 2007

There are no words...May God comfort you all during this time..lean on HIM and HIS word.

Shannon, Ashleigh, Lance & Jackson Morgan

Katina, Tristan & Bryson Cutrer

October 30, 2007

Lawless Family,
I am so sorry to hear about this tragedy! I still see JC as that adorable little boy with glasses and big blonde curls, such a sweet loving happy little boy he was and always will be in my heart. I wish I could have been there to let you lean on during this time. You are all in my prayers and thoughts! God bless you all!

Brooke Dubay

October 29, 2007

I found out the extreme hard way.
At work one of my friends told me about it...and i never ever expected it to happen.
Ive known this family since i was in 5th grade and you will remain in my heart and prayers!
All the memories with him and your family will last forever
and im very sorry about the loss.
i love you guys
rip jc
you are in a better place

Audrey Dubay

October 29, 2007

John, Lisa and Megan,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep you in our prayers. God bless you guys.

Todd Cutrer

October 29, 2007

John, Lisa, & Megan,
We just wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you find peace and comfort in the arms of each other.
Todd Cutrer and family

Dianna Cutrer

October 29, 2007

John, Lisa and Megan,
JC will always be in my heart as the little curly topped boy with the bright smile. The angels opened their arms and welcomed him home. He's having a glorious time with Uncle Ken and Jamie and Poppa Clyde, as well as the others who have gone before. We will always miss him and hold his memory close.

Aunt Sue and Family,
Orlando, FL

Ashley Antonich (Sarabia)

October 28, 2007

I know I haven't talked to you since we both left Bethel but I can't believe you're gone. I remember those after school bus rides and all those tips you gave me on how to survive high school. Thank you for helping me get through my sophomore year and I'll never forget you.

Christa Romaguera

October 28, 2007

I'll always remember JC as a shy, goodhearted, friendly boy.
Sincerely, Tante Christa

Mike Thomas

October 28, 2007

Dear JC,

I only recently met you when I was home in Texas. But it seemed I had known you for a longer time. You reminded me of your parents that I knew back in school.

God bless ya lil' big guy. Your memory is in our hearts.

Big Mike & Karola, Berlin

Lisa Lawless

October 27, 2007

Johnnie Clyde Lawless or JC as I always called him was a great you man. He had made great accomplishments in a short time and was not given the chance to show the world what he could do. I have a whole in my heart that will never be filled, I love you and miss you dearly.
Your Momma

Spring of 2003, JC, Mom & Megan

October 27, 2007

Melissia Pavlik

October 25, 2007

John, Lisa and Megan,

We are so sorry for your loss. We remember JC as the little boy we saw when we visited you guys in Phoenix. We just want you to know that we are thinking of you and are keeping you in our prayers.
Love,
David and Melissia

Max Crow

October 25, 2007

JC you were one of the "good guys"!
You had skills and talent and were doing something useful. You'll be mourned by all who were priviledged to know you, and missed by even more!

Kiva Helgesen

October 25, 2007

Dear John, Lisa and Megan

I am so so very sorry for your loss. I didn't know JC but I do know that he came from 2 really great people who filled his life with Love!

kelli mcgowen

October 25, 2007

John, Lisa, Megan,

I cannot put into words how much sorrow I feel for you and your loss. Just know you are in my prayers nightly for your pain to lessen!!

Love ALWAYS,
Kelli

AMBER

October 25, 2007

WOW I CANT BELIVE THAT YOU ARE GONE I REMEMBER ALL THE DAYS WE WOULD SKIP AND GO TO LUNCH I CANT BELIVE SUCH A WONDERFUL PERSON IS GONE MAY YOU REST IN PEACE SEE YOU SOON I LOVE YOU SO MUCH I WILL MISS YOUR WONDERFULL SMILE AND GEEKY LAUGH!!!!! MUCH LOVE UR SHORTY

Alicia Gehringer

October 24, 2007

Johnnie Lawless Was a good friend. He asked me to marry him several times I wish I could have said yes but I turned him down so many time now that he his gone I feel so bad I can't stop crying and I just want to let him know that I love him very much and that I will never ever forget him.

Linda Gonce

October 22, 2007

Dear friends John, Lisa and Meagan,
We are so sad to hear of your sudden loss of such a lovable, caring and generous son, brother and friend to many.
JC will be missed dearly.
May you find comfort, kind words and many happy memories among friends and family during this difficult time.
Tom, Linda & Ryan Gonce

Bret Nix

October 21, 2007

Never Met you Never talked to you. but knew who you were and what you stood for.

David & Lynny Alonso & Caires

October 21, 2007

Dear John and Family,

David and I are so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. No one can know the pain of a parent losing a child. Our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time in your lives.
God Bless you and yours,
David Alonso and Lynny Caires

Bawjawz

October 19, 2007

Will miss you mate, we had some good laughs we did, in our short friendship, from across the water, here in Scotland. R.I.P mate.

RASmous

October 19, 2007

My he artful condolences to your Family

Hope Heaven is kind to you.

baron @ ForumW

October 18, 2007

The world has lost another wonderful person who put others before himself. You're one in a million Johnnie. You'll be remembered forever. Rest in peace, my dear friend.

joseph faust

October 18, 2007

R.i.P. brother, ye will be missed :(

October 18, 2007

I Know him from cyberspace through ForumW.org but never had a chance to know him more.

He was a Great Staff Member and will be missed Dearly.

For u and Forever Mate

Rebirth (India)

Michael Lara

October 18, 2007

Susy and I are sorry for your loss and would like to express our deepest condolences to your family. Johnnie was a good guy and funny as all heck. He had a good heart and that's what matters in life. May your family find peace with the thoughts and well wishers from all the people around the US who knew Johnnie. Sincerely, Michael Lara

cainy1989

October 18, 2007

I met Johnnie on Forumw, he was a great moderator and a great friend if you ever need anything he was there, Rest In Peace buddy I know your in a better place now

Alex (VeroZ)

October 18, 2007

This was a tremendously saddening shock to me. Although I also only knew Johnnie over the internet, I easily saw that he was a great person who selflessly acted to help others, and moreover, a great friend. May your soul rest in peace Johnnie. I will always remember you! I would also like to express my deepest condolences for your family. JC will be missed by thousands. God Bless.

Jim Perri

October 18, 2007

This is very sad news.I didn't know him, but I'm sure he was a class A person.Having lost my youngest brother at 35 years of age 3 years ago,I really feel for his family and friends.I'm sure he is in a better place right now and looking down at all his loved ones. .My deepest condolences goes out to his family and friends.May you rest in peace Johnnie.Going to miss you around ForumW.My thoughts and prayers are with you.

team_nemo

October 18, 2007

Johnnie and i met like many others met him from ForumW, unlike any other member he stood out to me, for his kindnes and willingness to help others, he put 100% into his job, and 110% into his friends and family, rest in peace johhnie mate, your in a better place now, and we will all be up to join you soon :)

paintermami

October 18, 2007

Although I only knew Johnnie through ForumW, he was always a kind and selfless person who helped out in any way he could. My condolences go out to all of his family, friends and peers and may you all find the strength to get through this difficult time. God be with you.....

Andy Galpin

October 18, 2007

May he rest in peace, i didn't know him, but i'm shore hes efforts for the forum have been greatly appreciated and all the members will miss him greatly,

R.I.P

andrewgalpin

csmcdem

October 18, 2007

I do not know him personally, ive seen his posts, and found it shocking that this happened. condolences to the family.

Asif Rahman Rahman

October 18, 2007

We Will Ever Miss You, Friend. May Ur Soul Live In Peace For Ever. The Loss this world will suffer without u cant be maintained ever without.

Love U, Mate.

ANT

October 18, 2007

i know him only in the cyberspace on ForumW . he was a good guy who helped me when i need it . i hope you are in a better place now and condolences to the family .

mcp2

October 18, 2007

You were a great man, you had the brains to dominate this world and character so sincere that this world needs more of you. A great moderator and a great uploader.

R.I.P Your soul blows in the winds of this Earth speaking to all your loved ones.

October 18, 2007

I knew Johnnie on ForumW, always enjoyed his posts and willingness to help.
You will be trully missed my friend.
May your soul be with God.
Rest In Peace
Xraylegend

Helen Biesecker

October 18, 2007

I knew Johnnie from Bethel High School. I worked in the library (now retired) where we had many computers. Johnnie was always ready to help me when I needed help with the system and kept me smiling with his humor. I send my sincerest condolence to his family for the loss of this fine young man. He had a great future ahead of him and this is a tragic loss for all that knew him.

D25trident trident

October 18, 2007

I also knew him through the website ForumW.org. God Bless m8,

D25trident

myyogi

October 18, 2007

You are missed at ForumW.org

Syed Shahzad Anwer

October 18, 2007

Know him thru forumw.org.. he is one of the greatest crew member of this forum i have ever met.. very helpful n generous.. will miss him alot!

bowhunter26

October 18, 2007

I only knew Johnnie for a short time through ForumW.org. God bless him and his family. He will surely be missed by all of us.

inventicus

October 18, 2007

I know him trough Forumw. I always talk to him trough msn he whas always their for me. When i got problems he always told me what to do and i'm going to miss that...So Johnnie Rest In Peace

Dawny

October 18, 2007

I knew him from a website too,we were not the best friends but words can't describe what we 've lost...
R.I.P My friend

ry ry

October 17, 2007

I knew him through the website ForumW.org. He was an amazing staff member and a true friend. He will be missed by thousands all over the world.

Ryan McNamara

October 17, 2007

Dear JC,
This world is going to miss you man, I am going to miss you. Dude, we grew up together and so much of the man I am today is shaped from the memories of back then. You were my Absolute Best Friend and I really regret losing contact with you over the last few years. I love you brother.

"Who can say if I've been changed for the better, but because I knew you, I have been changed for good."
-Wicked

Dear John, Lisa, and Megan,
I am so sorry for your loss. If there is anything at all I can do please please let me know. JC was loved deeply by you all and he will be missed.

Love and Prayers Always,
Ryan McNamara

Debra Turner

October 17, 2007

I only Knew Johnnie a short while but he touched the lives of many, We will all miss him.
My prayers and thoughts are with his family.

Lisa Johnson

October 17, 2007

I remember Johnny from Stahl Junior High in Puyallup, Wa. I am the Health Assistant there. I remember he was a very congenial, kind young man. It sounds like he lived his life to the fullest. I am so sorry for your loss. Heaven will be a better place with his presence. Sincerely, Lisa Johnson

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