LeRoy Dawson
Funeral services for longtime Lamar resident, LeRoy Dawson were held at 10:00 AM, Monday, January 14, 2008 at the Lamar Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor John Morrison officiating. Concluding services at the church, were under the auspices of the Lamar Elks Lodge #1319.
A second service was held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, January 15, 2008 at the Ford Community Church in Ford, Kanas with interment at the Ford Cemetery. LeRoy was born May 13, 1938 at Dodge City, Kansas to Guy Herbert and Helen May (Mowrey) Dawson and passed away on January 9, 2008 at Memorial Hospital in Colorado Springs following a brief illness. LeRoy was 69.
He is preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Leila Dawson.
Mr. Dawson is survived by his wife Judy of the family home, children; Philip Scott (Donna) Dawson of Ft. Collins, CO, Duane Keith Dawson of Denver, CO and Alicia Kay Dawson of Auburn, WA. He is also survived by his grandchildren; Jonpaul Preston, Latasha Monique, Briana Lynn, Shelby Kay and his great grandson, Derrick Anthany as well as sisters; Leoma Kay Hixson of Belleview, WA, Jackie (Jim) Scheuerman of Greensburg, KS, brothers; Steven L. (Connie) Dawson of Greensburg, KS and Isom M. (Debra Fay) Dawson of Columbiana, Alabama. Several nieces, nephews and many friends also survive.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Lamar Missionary Baptist Church direct or in care of the funeral home office.
Online Condolences | | DEAR JUDY, ED AND I WHERE SHOCKED TO HAVE HEARD OF YOUR LOSS. LEROY TOUCHED MANY LIVES. HE WAS A WOUNDERFUL MAN AND FRIEND. OUR LIFE HAS BEEN BLESSED MANY TIMES OVER JUST TO HAVE KNOWEN HIM, AND EVEN THOUGH WE WILL MISS HIM SO MUCH, WE HAVE CONFORT KNOWING THAT WE WILL MEET ONCE MORE IN PARADISE. WE LOVE YOU JUDY, AND WE PRAY FOR YOUR PEACE AND CONFORT DURING THIS TIME. LOVE ED AND DEB WATSON P.S. PLEASE KEEP IN TOUCH WITH US. IN GODS NAME. | | Dear Judy, we will sadly miss Leroy at the organizational activities we shared with him. He has been such an asset to his community and we are proud to have known him. Our thoughts are with you. Sincerely, Tom and Ava Betz | | Dear Judy and family, My heart broke when I received news of Leroy's death. Somehow I always counted on him being there.... As you know, we were kids together on the farms, in 4-H, graduated together, and were always good friends. All of us who grew up in the Sandhills were more than friends, we were family to each other. Memories of our time together will always be precious to me. Although Clint didn't grow up with Leroy he knew him well and thought a great deal of him. Our love and sympathy goes out to each of you. May it comfort you to know that his love is still there with you and may happy memories bring you comfort. In sympathy and love, Clint and Rowena Lund | | Judy, I just wish to say that I am still in shock about Leroy. I am very sorry for your loss, and if you need anything let me know. Love and prayers Betsy | | I was so sorry to hear of Leroy's death - and Leila's also. My thoughts and prayers are with your family in your grief. I know the last 9 months have been very difficult for all of you. There is very little I can say to help you through this time but just want you to know I am thinking of all of you. Leoma, I received your card last week and will write you a note later. Carolyn Maack Roper | | Dear Aunt Judy, Phillip, Duane, & Alicia, My thoughts and prayers are all with you. I hope the memories of Leroy's life will comfort you and bring you happiness in your hours of sorrow. We all know that "Uncle Leroy" wasn't an easy man but I truly believe his heart was good and often misunder-stood. Please turn to each other for love and strenght and God will see you through, remember he is our Savior. Talena & Mike Herndon Courtney Andrews | | Dear Judy, I was shocked and saddened to hear of LeRoy's death. He was a great guy. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Love, Jo Ann Dove |
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