Robert Lawson was born in Perry, Georgia, on October 20, 1951 to the late George Jay and Annie (Walker) Lawson. In 1994 he was joined in marriage to his beloved Vanessa Little. He became a dad in 1999 when our precious daughter Kapryse RacQuele was born. Robert died in his sleep on July 15, 2026, at the age of 74.

Robert was educated in the public school system in Perry and graduated from Houston County High School.He enjoyed playing cards, taking pictures, checking out fancy cars, tinkering with electronic devices. Some of Robert’s favorite activities were listening to music, traveling, gathering with family/friends, exercising at the gym, watching all kinds of sports: football, basketball, track & field, and watching Star Trek movies. He worked at Holiday Inn in Perry until 1994 in various positions, including Front Desk Manager. He continued his career working with Northrop Grumman until retiring in 2011. Robert believed in God and prayed to Him and he respected the Bible as the Word of God.

He was preceded in death by his sister Annie Hudson and brothers Willie George, Earl, and Eric Lawson.

His memory will be cherished by Vanessa his loving wife of 32 years, his precious daughter Kapryse, his brothers Wallace (Glenda) Lawson of Warner Robins, GA, and Sidney (Sharlene) Lawson of Springfield, MA, In addition, he leaves behind Brother-in-Laws: Joe Hudson of Macon, GA; James L Rackley of Perry, GA; Marvin (Chucky) Davis of Warner Robins, GA; Albert (Debbie) Smith of Eustis, FL; Jerry Smith of Port Salerno, FL; Jimmy (Connie) Smith of Stuart, FL; Gregory (Kathy) Smith and Lorenza(Wade) Howard both of Fort Valley, GA; as well as Sister-in Laws: Beth Ann Lawson of Warner Robins, GA; Linda Little Rogers of Oglethorpe, GA; Sheryl Rackley Jenkins and Sheila Rackley both of Macon, GA; Wendy (Alex) Farrie of Tifton, GA; Jeanette Lee of Fort Pierce, FL; Linda Robinson of Warner Robins, GA; Rose (James) Fate of Chuluota, FL; Elaine Ages of Port St. Lucie, FL; Kassandra (Marco) Candidate, Diana Dotson, and Cecelia Smith all of Port Salerno, FL.

He will also be remembered by a host of caring cousins, nephews, nieces and good close long-time friends.