Laura Dawson Obituary
Dr. Dawson was a resident of Midlothian, Virginia at the time of passing.
Funeral services will be held Friday 1PM, Third Street Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, 614 N. Third Street where remains will lie in state one hour prior to funeral time.
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Gregory Ross Miller
May 5, 2023
Remembering one of the great advocates for higher education.
Marshall Grigsby
April 20, 2023
The smile still shines as bright as ever and the warmness of her personality continues to offer comfort to all who knew Laura. Marshall Grigsby
Pamela Johnson
April 22, 2022
Laura was a sweet aunt. You are missed
Pam Johnson
Josephine Taylor
April 22, 2022
Greatly missed. Loved you
Josephine
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Cherrie D. Britton
April 20, 2022
My dearest friend and a very special lady.
Pamela Dawson Johnson
April 19, 2022
Laura was a special lady and aunt. She will be greatly missed.
Marshall Grigsby
April 19, 2022
Laura's bright smile, warm embrace and welcoming spirit will forever be in our hearts and minds. In that regard, she will always be with us.
David L Beckley
April 19, 2022
Rest in peace with the Lord
Lillian Mullino
April 30, 2018
Dr. Dawson,
I was so sorry to hear about the lost of your loved one. My sympathy with you and family.
Samuel Rhoades
April 27, 2018
Dr. Leonard Dawson,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sam and Dianne Rhoades
April 26, 2018
Dawson family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of my friend, Dr. Laura Dawson. What a fine lady she was. God bless. Kelly Harris-Braxton
April 26, 2018
Prayers are with u Mr. Dawson you and the First Lady did so much for so many people in this world at Voorhees College thank you and her for welcoming me and so many students to VC and made us feel at home during your presidency. Truly a Lady in all aspects. IBH Sr.
Walter Miller
April 25, 2018
Dr. Leonard Dawson,
Praying for you and your family.
Walter Miller
From the Staff of Joseph Jenkins, Jr. Funeral Home
April 25, 2018
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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