Monica Faye Lawson

Monica Faye Lawson obituary, Jacksonville, IL

Monica Faye Lawson

Monica Lawson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Coonrod Funeral Home on Oct. 1, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Monica Faye "Moni" Lawson 78 of Manchester passed away Friday morning August 29, 2025 in Winchester. She was born February 27, 1947 in Jacksonville the daughter of Richard C. and Loretta Faye Newton Blackburn. Moni was a 1965 graduate of Winchester High School and married William R. Lawson on May Day 1966 at the First Baptist Church in Winchester.
Moni worked along side Bill in their trucking business and farming operation. She was organized and meticulous with her assistance. She served on the Scott County Nursing Home Board for several years and was an "Avon Lady" for 23 years. She was a member of the Manchester Baptist Church. She enjoyed travel and music concerts.
Preceding her in death were her parents.
A funeral service will be held at 1 pm Wednesday September 3, 2025 at the Coonrod Funeral Home in Winchester. Burial will be in the Winchester City Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 11 am until the time of the service at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Shriners Children's Hospital in St. Louis or to the Scott County Nursing Center.
To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Monica, please visit our Tree Store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Coonrod Funeral Home

107 East Cross Street, Winchester, IL 62694

Make a Donation
in Monica Lawson's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

How to support Monica's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Monica Lawson's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Monica Lawson's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?