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Russ Monroe's

7960 Winding Way

Fair Oaks, California

Don Lawson Obituary

LAWSON, Don Born 06-13-30, passed 01-28-15. Jewelry maker, band member, artist, volunteer, mentor, inventor, dogaholic, Outdoor Advertising pioneer. Survived by an avalanche of kids, adopted kids, grand kids and great grand kids, as well as a loving partner, siblings and cousins, and a multitude of people who loved him. Services to be held on Saturday February 7 at 10 AM at Russ Monroe's, 7960 Winding Way, Fair Oaks CA 95628.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee on Jan. 31, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Don Lawson

Sponsored by Dawn and Mike Lawson.

20 Entries

Michael

September 18, 2024

My memories of Don were of the many stories of adventures with my Dad, who was Don's cousin, Fred Gere or (Harry Fredrick Gere) as they grew up together. My oldest boys remember him for spending loads of quarters to fetch stuffed toys with the claw at the local diner. He was a pleasure to know. RIP Don, for sure my Dad's special cousin.
Michael

Norma Lutz (Weber)

January 30, 2019

Have many happy childhood memories of Don and his wonderful family

Nina Renfroe

February 4, 2018

Rip my friend!! Forever nina

Sandy Litton

February 20, 2015

You were the nicest man. Always smiling and happy. You loved us so much, me and Susan. You imprinted my life in so many ways. You will always remain in my heart.

OZZIE WILLIAMS

February 7, 2015

I met your Dad many years ago and liked him from the inception, as did those at his memorial today. I was extremely impressed with what he was doing and what he has done over the years -- AMAZING! When I was younger I was a multi millionairre and traveled the World. In those travels I met many billionairres and did business with them. Yet, none of them was impressive with what they had done as was Don in my opinion! His abilities were incredibly impressive and only wish I had been that capable.

The World will not be the same without him and I'm sure he will equally impress those he is with now and I will be happy when I can again be with him!

Rest in peace Don and enjoy being with God, the angels and all your family and friends who preceded you!!!

February 5, 2015

Many memories of this wonderful man, through the years we laughed and shared stories about Outdoor Advertising. Don had such a great personality, but most of all he was kind and honest. I will greatly miss his phone calls. Mary Ribaudo @ Orion Outdoor Media

February 4, 2015

Don has been a true friend throughout
the 50 years we have known him.
We keep him in our thoughts and hearts
forever.
Ilse, Rick and Norma

William Park

February 4, 2015

remember Don as a great man

Dawn Lawson

February 4, 2015

This Guest Book will be online permanently. Feel free to check in throughout the years and talk to Dad. He effected so many people in a fabulous way-maybe we can all share with each other.

RoBERTa Mentessi

February 3, 2015

Had the pleasure of knowing Don through his teeth :~) What a positive person always ready with a good laugh! Bert, Ursula, Thomas,DDS/Godfrey,DDS.

D.W. Keating

February 3, 2015

??Our paths crossed as members in the Citrus Heights Communitu Marching Band. Don was the definition of gentleman, friend and so much more...Always a smile on his face (even after a 3 mile parade in full dress and record heat.) He took great pride in everything he did. He really enjoyed having a photo in the band with my girlfriend's daughter (the youngest) member and himself..(the most seasoned professional)
As the Thunder Bass Drummer and me the Music Director Lead Trumpet Player..Don was the driving force
" the Heartbeat" of our organization. He will forever be remembered, cherished and in my heart everytime I practice and perform with CHCMB. Until our paths cross again I will add you to my distinguish list of love ones and musicians evertime I play, compose, arrange or listen to music.Keep a seat for me in the greatest band of all time. I miss you Don.
Prayers of peace, love, hope, healing, comfort and understanding to all.??

February 3, 2015

YOU WERE AN INCREDIBLE BUDDY AND I'LL MISS YOU VERY MUCH!!!

OZZIE WILLIAMS

Margie Pocoroba

February 3, 2015

Don was a very caring and loving person. He loved to help people, give them great advice and reach out to those in need.
I will never forget Don.

Charles, Beau and Mary

February 3, 2015

Don was a great ambassador for the outdoor advertising community, a true pioneer, and most of all a kind human being. All of us at Orion Outdoor were sad to hear of Don's passing and will have your family in our thoughts and prayers.

February 3, 2015

Don made our lives richer. He will always be remembered as a wonderful friend, classmate, storyteller, fun person to know and will always live in our hearts. He always marched to a different drummer, which made him a hero to us. We will miss him. Andy and Marion Conti, Sue, Bob and John.

Linda (Tookie) Bell

February 3, 2015

Uncle Don...you were the darling uncle who brightened his tiny niece 's day with a puppy. When the time came, it was you who taught your niece to drive...on the CA expressways! Your love and wisdom has become a part of my life and now rests in my heart!

Dawn Lawson

February 3, 2015

Thank you all for caring about Dad. He thoroughly enjoyed all of you. You made his life rich.

Connie Cooper

February 2, 2015

He was a man that loved his Daughter.

Dave Castle

February 2, 2015

Very sorry to hear about Don's passing, was always a pleasure to work with all of these years !!

Norma Lutz (Weber)

January 31, 2015

Sorry for the loss of a Great Man