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Robby L. Lawson
1947 - 2023
Robby L. Lawson
1947 - 2023
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BORN
1947
DIED
2023
Robby Lawson Obituary
Robby Lawson, age 75, of Dakota, Illinois passed away Friday, March 10, 2023, at home with family. He was born on October 30, 1947, in Searcy, Arkansas. He was the son of James R. and Ida I. (Creek) Lawson. Rob graduated from Dakota High School in 1966. He married his high school sweetheart, Vicki Gundry on March 31, 1966.
He began his 37-year career at Kelly-Springfield Tire Co. in March of 1971. He retired in March 2008. He loved his Chicago Bears (win or lose) and going to the casino.
His grandkids and great grandkids were very special to him, and he was very proud of them all. Rob is survived by his wife of almost 57 years, Vicki; sons Jim (Brenda), Marc (Alice) and Scott (Kim); grandchildren Bryce, Alex (Gianna), Bryant (Abby), Isaac (Audria), Lucas (Glady), Makenzie, Zack (Sam), Keaton (Dakota) and step grandchildren Matt, Vicki, Skylar and Ian. He was also survived by eight great-grandchildren and his sister Patricia Geiken. He was predeceased by his parents.
Friends and family are invited to his Celebration of Life on March 25, 2023, at Davis Community Hall in Davis, Illinois from 2-6pm.
His family wants to extend their appreciation to Hospice for all their help during his illness.
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Bill and Betty Patterson Family
March 21, 2023
Vicki and Family-
We are heartbroken to hear about Rob’s illness and passing. We cherished the visits when you came to Arkansas and have always thought so much of each of you. You are in our thoughts and prayers!
james adams
March 16, 2023
My first contact with Robby was at a Kelly Christmas party. It was not the best because it was new to the company, but after Robby knew me at work everything was Good. He was a good person.
Denny & Angie Geiseman
March 16, 2023
Remember his train sound and laugh. He will definitely be missed
James Houy
March 15, 2023
What a guy he was.Proud to say he was my friend.
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