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A DEATH
HAS OCCURRED
July 4, 1943 – November 25, 2022
Mr. James “JC” or “Jay” Lawson, age 79, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2022, surrounded by his family.
Jay was born in Cincinnati, OH to Elmer and Rosa Lawson. Jay married Kathy Herron on November 26, 1965, and they raised their two daughters, Teresa and Tammy, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Jay and Kathy separated but remained close friends through their lives. Later, Jay married Carol Ross Lawson on February 14, 2008, in Hilton Head, SC.
Jay served his country as a member of the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He worked at General Motors, retiring when the plant closed in 1987. Jay then worked for Gibson Greeting Cards, UPS Logistics Department, and later Arlington Memorial Gardens as a security officer. Jay was also a member of the Melrose Masonic Lodge 671.
Jay is survived by his wife of 14 years, Carol Ross Lawson, children, Tammy (Dave) Gozdiff, Teresa (David) Sawyer, grandchildren, Ana Gozdiff, Jacob Gozdiff, Jackson Sawyer, sister, Lois Simpson and many extended relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Opal, Mable, Patricia, Orville and Bill.
Visitation will be held Saturday, December, 17, 2022, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, when the Celebration of Life will begin, at The Arlington Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, 2155 Compton Road, 45231. Once on the grounds of the memorial park, follow the blue line to the funeral home.
Memorial donations can be directed to the Cincinnati SPCA at https://www.spcacincinnati.org/ways-to-give/ or the American Cancer Society at https://donate3.cancer.org/
Saturday, December 17, 2022 at 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
The Arlington Memorial Garden Funeral Home
Saturday, December 17, 2022 at 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
The Arlington Memorial Garden Funeral Home
“Mrs. Lawson and Family, My condolences and sympathy for your loss. I had the pleasure of meeting James only once; however, in those few minutes I knew he was a very kind and gentle soul. I had heard only good things about James from my coworkers, meeting him was confirmation. He reminded me of my beloved and deceased father, in stature and demeanor. May God’s Grace and Mercy comfort and keep you, now and always. Sincerely, Raye Ann Cosby”
12/17/2022
“James I will miss you soooo much. You were one to always Check up on us and make sure we had our sweets in the morning. You always had a smile on your face. I miss your laugh and smiley face every morning. Love ya”
12/16/2022
“Sharon and I were very sorry to hear of your husbands illness and his passing. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family,”
12/03/2022
“Jay I am missing you so much. You are one of the best brother-in-laws EVER. You will forever be in our hearts.”
12/01/2022
“Carol and Family, we were so sorry to learn of Jim’s passing and know that we are thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers. You were always so very kind to us….and gave us the Best Gift of our lives. Love and Blessings, Jim and Sandra”
12/01/2022
“Carol, So sorry to hear of this news. Deepest sympathy for you and the family.”
11/30/2022
“Carol Jean, my heart is hurting for your loss. I love you, dear friend, and will be praying for you and Jay’s family.”
11/29/2022
“Remembering happy times at London High School….JC, was always a good friend to me & my husband Quentin. Condolences to all who loved him! I know he will be missed.”
11/29/2022
“Jay, you were the best brother and friend I could have ever had. My heart is broken without you. I will miss you for the rest of my days. Tell everybody I said hi and I will be with you all again one day. I love you little bro.”
11/29/2022
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