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Christopher Lawson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 5, 2013.

Christopher "Chris" Lawson, 31, formerly of Bradenton, died March 2, 2013 at home in Louisville, Kentucky. He was a lifelong resident of Manatee County, a graduate of Bayshore High School and attended the University of Florida.

Survivors include his mother and stepdad Debbie and David Roehlig, father and stepmother John and Terrie Lawson, special grandmother Anne Roehlig, special grandparents Art and Sharon Richter, as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and loved ones.

A funeral service officiated by Rev. Jeff Weaver will be held on Saturday, March 9, 2013 at 1:00 pm at Groover Funeral Home at Mansion Memorial Park in Ellenton. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to sponsor mission trips through the Student Ministry at Lakewood Christian Church, 8374 Market Street, # 206, Lakewood Ranch, Florida 34202.

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

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March 9, 2013

Nichole Winterbottom (Smiley)

To Chris's family- I am so sorry for your loss. He was such an amazing man I met chris in the Fifth grade and reconnected with him two years ago. I was blessed to get to know him again. Thank you for sharing him with everybody. I will be praying for you

March 9, 2013

Joy Morgan - Spear

Dear Sweet Debbie and Precious Ones,

I have no words to express the sadness in my heart. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Wish I were there to put my arms around you all.

March 9, 2013

James and Betty Morgan

Debbie, so sorry for your loss, we remember Christopher when he was a little tot at our church in Paducah, ky
you are in our prayers.
John- Terrie, little did we know when we were asking about Christopher on 2-28-13 at the farm, that within 2 days we would receive such sad news, our prayers are with the family

March 8, 2013

Michelle Eason

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I understand the loss of a child and may God wrap you in arms of comfort and love, and peace.

March 8, 2013

Josue Reyes

I know you have been received by God and are looking down with a great fondness for the family and friends who mourn you. I pray that they will be alloted the strength to persevere such a sorrowful period in their lives. You will be missed.

March 8, 2013

We are thinking of you & your family each & every day, & , love you very much Debbie & Dave.

Fred & Nancy

March 8, 2013

Martyka Navarro

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

March 7, 2013

Pat Garrity

Chris you where a great guy & a dear friend to my brother and many. Rest in peace & give Fresh some love.

March 7, 2013

Melanie Chapman

Sissy- We love you dearly~ Loving & praying, Bryan & Melanie

March 7, 2013

Rona Sherman

My prayers are with you and your family, Debbie. May God give you strength through this difficult time.

March 7, 2013

Pat Howe

Debbie and Dave, I was very sorry to hear about Chris. You have my heartfelt sympathy and you are all in my prayers at this sad time.

March 7, 2013

Marla Lindsay

My thoughts and prayers go out to John, Terrie, Billie, Justin, Kim and the rest of the family. Chris will be deeply missed.

March 7, 2013

Larry & Tandy Lyons

Debbie - you are in our thoughts and prayers. Words just cannot express.

March 7, 2013

Susan Dodd

Debbie..my thoughts and prayers are going out to you and your family during this time...know I love you am thinking of you. Love Susan

March 7, 2013

DEBBY WISMER

My thoughts and prayers are with you. Chris was a fine young man. May God be with you and your family Debbie.

March 7, 2013

Chami Waranakulasuriya

My deepest condolences and sympathy to Chris's family. May God provide you with peace and comfort you all during this time. Chris was a very genuine person and I am thankful I got to know him in High School. He befriended everyone he came in contact with. I am so sorry that you are faced with this pain. My prayers are with you all who loved Chris.

March 7, 2013

Sondra McClintock

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March 7, 2013

Kristin Kizer

I will miss you every day.

March 7, 2013

Words are inadequate, but know that we love you and our prayers are with you now and in the coming months. Howard and Ginny Webber

March 6, 2013

Marcia Sirls

My heart aches with your pain. You are in my prayers daily. i pray that God's grace gives you comfort during this difficult time.

March 6, 2013

Peter & Joyce Graves

Our hearts cry out to Debbie, Donna, Christopher, and family during this difficult time. May the Lord watch over you and his light shine upon you so that his grace and peace will shelter you and prepare you to move forward with love, acceptance, and understanding. Much love, Peter and Joyce

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