Fred Garfield Lawson Sr.

1933 - 2017

Fred Garfield Lawson Sr. obituary, 1933-2017, Montpelier, VA

BORN

1933

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Nelsen Funeral Home - Ashland

412 S. Washington Hwy.

Ashland, Virginia

Fred Lawson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 7, 2017.

Fred Garfield Lawson, Sr., 84, of Montpelier, passed away on July 6, 2017. He was the son of the late George and Emma Lawson of Cripple Creek, VA. Fred was also preceded in death by his siblings, James, Eugene, Beulah, Mae, Bill, Roy, Pearl, and Charlie. He was retired from UPS Freight with over 40 years of service. Fred was a devoted member of Hopeful Baptist Church. He loved gardening and making apple butter. He is survived by his wife, Nancy H. Lawson; children, Fred Lawson, Jr., Cheryl Lawson, and Gary Lawson (Patricia) and granddaughters, Ashley, Amanda, and Erin. The family will receive friends on Sunday, July 9, 2017 at Nelsen Funeral Home & Crematory - Reid Chapel, 412 S. Washington Highway, Ashland, VA 23005 from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. A funeral service will be held on Monday, July 10, 2017 at Hopeful Baptist Church, 14340 Hopeful Church Rd., Montpelier, VA 23192 at 3:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to West Hanover Volunteer Rescue Squad at P.O. Box 276 Montpelier, VA 23192. Online condolences may be registered at www.nelsenashland.com.

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Jimmy & Darlene Jackson

You are missed Uncle Freddie!!

July 10, 2017

Mike & Megan Mahan

Sorry to hear about your loss. Cherish the memories, and celebrate that Fred Sr. is now experiencing the joys and happiness of heaven! You're in our thoughts and prayers.

July 9, 2017

Tina Tomlin

Our thoughts are with your family during this difficult time. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.

July 9, 2017

Joanne Felker-Smith

So sorry for your loss Cheryl, Freddy, Mrs. Lawson and the entire Lawson family. My thoughts, prayers and love are with all of you. My condolences.

July 9, 2017

jett greenstreet

July 9, 2017

Jett Greenstreet

Sorry for your loss. Your father was a wonderful person and your family always took good care of Erin. I so enjoyed the dinners with your family. My sympathies.

July 9, 2017

We were so sorry to hear about Uncle Freddie. Our prayer is that our Heavenly Father will surround you with his Loving Kindness and Comfort through this very difficult time. We send our Love to you Aunt Nancy and to all the family.
Jimmy and Darlene (Wytheville VA)

July 9, 2017

Jimmy and Darlene Jackson

We were so sorry to hear about Uncle Freddie. Our prayer is that our Heavenly Father will surround you with his Loving Kindness and Comfort through this very difficult time. We send our Love to you Aunt Nancy and to all the family.

July 9, 2017

Terri Pate

Rest in Peace Uncle Freddie. You are with your Mom and Dad and all your siblings. You will be missed by all who loved you.

July 9, 2017

Anthony Fierro

My sincere sympathy is extended to the entire family of Mr. Lawson. It has been my pleasure to know him for over 36 years. I will miss him very much. May he rest in peace.

July 8, 2017

The Inge's

Trish, so sorry to hear of Gary's dad passing. Our prayers are with the family.

July 8, 2017

Frannie Flanagan

July 8, 2017

Frannie Flanagan

Rest in Heaven Uncle Freddie. I invision you with all your brothers and sisters, parents and other relatives who have passed before having a reunion. Give them all a kiss from me. Love you Uncle Freddie.

July 7, 2017

May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11

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5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Nelsen Funeral Home - Ashland

412 S. Washington Hwy., Ashland, VA 23005

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3:00 p.m.

Hopeful Baptist Church

14340 Hopeful Church Rd., Montpelier, VA

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