Death and Funeral
Bishop David Jerald Lawson died 31 May 2007 at his home in Franklin, Indiana following a lengthy illness. He was 77 years old. A Memorial Service celebrating Bishop Lawson's life was held Monday, 11 June 2007 at 1:30 p.m. E.D.T. in the sanctuary of the Saint Luke U.M.C., 100 W. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN. Visitation with the family preceded the service. A private service with interment of ashes followed the Memorial Service. Bishop Lawson was survived by his wife, children and grandchildren.
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