J.E. Washington Funeral Services, Inc. - Youngstown

Obituary For Mr. David Arthur Dawson

YOUNGSTOWN A homegoing celebration in honor of Mr. David Arthur Dawson will be held Thursday, May 13, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Heavenly Place Church of God in Christ in Youngstown, Ohio. Mr. Dawson, 76, of Youngstown, transitioned to eternal rest on Thursday, May 6, 2021. Mr. Dawson was born August 10, 1944 in Youngstown, a son of J.B. and Effie G. Ramsey Dawson. He attended South High and Youngstown State University. He was formerly employed with Passarelli Bros. Towing, Wean United Youngstown Foundry Steel Mill, and the YWCA. He retired from Niles Manufacturing in 2007. On June 29, 1985, David married the love of his life, the former Joyce A. Bebbs. He was an avid sports fan of Ohio State and Cleveland Browns. He loved fishing, especially with his sisters. David leaves to cherish his memory the love of his life, his loving wife Joyce A. Dawson; his children, Randi Bebbs of Worthington, Kenneth Whatley Sr. (Sonia) of Gahanna, Kimberly Dawson, David Keith Dawson of Alexandria, VA, Kathy Ramos, Kirk Dawson, Danielle Dawson; his siblings,, Katie Caige, Roberta Thompkins, Beverly Owens, Delores Dawson all of Youngstown; a brother, David Paul Dawson (Kennis) of Columbia, SC; 23 grandchildren, including Tia Underwood of Delaware, whom he reared; and a host of great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, including twins Lillie Mae and Willie Mae, Beatrice Dawson, John L. Dawson; and two grandchildren, Tiara Whatley and Elyie Dawson. The family will receive friends from 10-11am at the church.

Guest Book

I'm so sad that my Uncle David is gone. It breaks my heart. I cannot wrap my head around this. I love you Aunt Jo and I pray that God can help you get through this. I'm sorry I cannot be there. You are always in my thoughts and prayers. Uncle David was a really good man and always had a good spirit. He loved his family and his wife especially. Your niece, Jaymi

- na

My Heart is heavy knowing how much David A. Dawson meant to the family and my daughter Tia Nicole Edwards. He was always in Good spirits and had a good witt and smile. He will be missed and I pray for the family to be Strong Together. It's never easy losing someone loved by everyone. #AzziemPrayer

- na

David Dawson family I am so sorry for your loss, I'll miss David and I'm so sorry that I cannot be there for you. Just know that my thoughts are with you guys. Love you and be Bless.

- na

My condolences to the family, humbly submitted from Erica (Taylor) Avery

- na

My sincere condolences to the family

- na

We all will miss Uncle Pops. He is loved by all who knew him.

- na

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

- J.E. Washington Funeral Services, Inc. | Ohio