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Bobby Dawson Obituary
Bobby, an active member of the American Legion – Post 81 Auxiliary, spent many years working alongside her husband Bill Dawson, former American Legion Arizona State vice commander, supporting local and statewide activities. Generous, kind, and fun-loving, Bobby was also active in the Red Hats and "The Classy Ladies" social clubs.
Bobby Dawson is survived by her husband of 63 years, Bill Dawson, daughter Janis Perry and grandson Jackson Dean Perry, daughter-in-law Jeanine Perry and grandson Jeffrey Jacob Perry, and brother Nick Hopkins, all of California. Bobby is predeceased by her son James Jeffrey Perry and sister Debra Neibaur Brown. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and dear friend, Bobby will forever be in the hearts of her family, extended family and friends.
A local celebration of life event will be held in her honor in October at the American Legion of Lake Havasu. An earlier event will be held at her daughter's home in California on June 22.
Memorial donations can be made in honor of Bobby Dawson to the American Legion Post – 81 Auxiliary of Lake Havasu City.
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June 11, 2019
My heartfelt condolences to the Dawson family and friends on the passing of your dear loved one Bobby Dean Dawson.
May the comforting words at 1Thes 4:14, bring you peace and hope for this sad time of mourning.
C.D.
June 7, 2019
So very sorry to hear of Bobby's passing. She had a wonderful loving spirit and will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
Bob & Loretta Radu
June 5, 2019
Bill,
So sorry to hear about Bobby. My prayers go out to you and your family.
She was a wonderful lady.
Dorothy McMaster
Brent Mahar
June 4, 2019
Bill and your family please accept my sincere condolences and prayers for your loss. She was a fine woman.
Brent Mahar
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