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Donald D. Lawson, 88

September 16, 1932 - April 01, 2021

Donald D. Lawson, 88, of Lancaster, passed away on Thursday, April 1, 2021, at Rose City Nursing and Rehabilitation at Lancaster. Born in Ripley, TN he was the son of the late Charles N. and Zula F. (Grigg) Lawson.

Donald is survived by his son, Jeffrey D. Waltz and his wife Tammy, and his grandson, Jeffrey Robert Waltz, all of Mount Joy. Also surviving are two brothers, Douglas Lawson of Ephrata, and Joe Lawson of Florida, and a sister Margaret Fleming of Millersville. He was preceded in death by his parents and several brothers and sisters.

As a member of the U.S. Army for almost 10 years, Donald honorably served his county during the Korean Conflict and was the recipient of many service medals. He later worked in construction for the former Mark Line Industries in Ephrata. A devout Christian, he was an active member of the Salvation Army in Lancaster, was he was also a former member of the local American Legion and VFW. He was an avid fisherman, and he especially loved spending time with his grandson, Jeffrey.

Graveside services with military honors will be held on Thursday, April 8, 2021, at Conestoga Memorial Park at 11:00 AM. Those attending are asked to meet inside the main entrance of the cemetery at 10:45 AM. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Donald’s memory may be made to the Salvation Army, 131 South Queen Street, Lancaster, PA 17603.

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Condolences to the Family

April 06, 2021

You were one of a kind , my Mom’s twin brother . We will miss you Uncle Don 
Linda Norman Black

April 04, 2021

Rest in peace Uncle Don. You will truly be missed. I know that you are in a much better place. Love, your niece Cindy

Services
Thursday, April 08, 2021
11:00 AM
Graveside Services
Conestoga Memorial Park
95 2nd Lock Road
Lancaster, PA 17606
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