Joseph J. Lawson

Joseph J. Lawson Mr. Joseph J. Lawson, 82, of Phila. , passed away Saturday, March 9th, 2013 peacefully at Manor Care in Montgomery County, PA. Mr. Lawson was born in Phila, PA on December 22, 1930, the son of the late James John and Gertrude (Bustard) Lawson. He served in the U.S. Navy in the Korean War. He worked in Construction for IBEW  Local Union 98 and was a member of the William D. Oxley AL Post #133 for over 50 years. Beloved husband of Patricia M. (nee Sheffer).  Loving Father of Joseph Lawson (Christie), Deborah Matis (Bernie), Karen Specos (Peter) and Kimberly Falkowski (Anthony).  Joe is also survived by his seven Grandchildren, two Great Grandchildren and niece Joanne Greene.  He is pre-deceased by his nine siblings.  Family will receive Relatives & Friends Friday 10-11 AM    at the Walter J. Meyers Funeral Home P.C. 6643-45 Torresdale Ave. Phila., PA 19135, where his Religious Service will be at 11 AM.  Interment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers Donations in his memory to Philadelphia Fire Dept. Hero Thrill Show Scholarship Fund 415 N. 5th. St.  Philadelphia, PA 19123 appreciated.  Condolences:  www.MeyersFH.com Family will receive Relatives & Friends Friday 10-11 AM    at the Walter J. Meyers Funeral Home P.C. 6643-45 Torresdale Ave. Phila., PA 19135, where his Religious Service will be at 11 AM.  Interment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery