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Borland Lawson Obituary
BORLAND GILL LAWSON
DECEMBER 23, 1937- NOVEMBER 16, 2025
Borland (Beau) was from New Orleans, LA and became a long-time resident of Covington, LA. He was proceeded in death by his parents Louise Bourgeiois Lawson and Frank Joseph Lawson of New Orleans, LA along with his siblings W. Kenneth Lawson, (Charlene), and Joan Lawson Lilly, (John). He is survived by his nieces Joann Lilly Beninate, (Doug) and Jean Lawson Burg, (David), and his nephews, John Lilly, Jr., (Mary), Richard Lawson, (Jeanne) and Thomas Lawson, (Carla). In addition, he had several great and great, great nieces and nephews.
Uncle Beau, as he was known to family, was an adventurer. In his younger years, he worked for the New Orleans sewage and Water Board as a machinist. After his early retirement, he pursued his great passion which was hunting and enjoying the great outdoors. This pastime took him to many exotic locations including the hills of Montana and the Continent of Africa.
A small service will be held at Bagnell & Son Funeral Home on Wednesday, November 26th. Visitation will be at 9:30 am followed by a service at 10:00 am.
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