Daniel J. Lawson

1962 - 2017

GALESBURG - Daniel J. Lawson, 54, Galesburg, died at 4:19 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2017, at Marigold Health Care Center, Galesburg.
He was born Aug. 13, 1962, in Galesburg, the son of James L. and Beverly J. Wallace Lawson.
Daniel is survived by his son, James Edward (Thea) Lawson of Palmyra; his mother, Beverly Lawson of Galesburg; three sisters, Sherry (Jim) Lawson-Weaver, Cindy Lawson-Shumaker and Carrie Lawson, all of Galesburg; and one granddaughter, Kennedy Jane Waylen and another grandchild on the way. He was preceded in death by his father, James.
Daniel had worked for Doyle Furniture and Carter Lumber Company. He later was a self-employed draft line cleaner and massage therapist. He attended Galesburg schools and received his associate degree from Carl Sandburg College. He later received his massage training from Capri College. He participated with Hospice Compassus Grief Camp, by offering massages to those involved. Daniel had attended Bethel Baptist Church. He loved playing softball and working out. He enjoyed watching the St. Louis Cardinals and the Chicago Bears. Daniel was a member of the American Massage Therapy Association.
Memorial service will be scheduled for a later date. Cremation to be accorded. Memorials may be made to the family or to Hospice Compassus Grief Camp. Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.