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Obituary For Troy Lawson
Troy Lawson, 58, of Greensboro, North Carolina, passed away on November 30th, 2020 while undergoing heart surgery.
Troy Lawson was born on July 13th, 1962 to Tellis and Helen Lawson in Roslindale, Massachusetts. He graduated from Jamaica Plain High School in 1980 and went on to earn his bachelor’s degree from Boston College, class of 1984. Most recently Troy earned his MBA from Strayer University in 2018. He had worked in higher education, nonprofit management and consulting.
Troy’s passion for politics began at a young age; as a teenager he volunteered on a political campaign in Boston, Massachusetts. In 2017 he was elected the first African-American Chairman of the Guilford County Republican Party and most recently ran a strong campaign for a seat on the Guilford County Board of Commissioners. Troy also worked tirelessly on several local and statewide political campaigns. He had a passion for education and was a proud member on the board at Gate City Charter Academy in Greensboro, NC.
In his free time, Troy enjoyed spending time with his dogs Oscar (deceased), Winnie, and Kramer, watching his favorite shows Seinfield and The Office, and creating new recipes in the kitchen. He was also an official Kansas City BBQ Judge. He and his wife loved trying new restaurants and spending summers at Carolina Beach, NC. One of his proudest accomplishments was reaching the rank of Eagle Scout in The Boy Scouts of America in 1979.
He is survived by his loving wife Stephanie, two daughters Melissa and Olivia and siblings, Joy Jones (deceased), Tellis Lawson, Jr. (deceased), Kay Lawson, Nan Lawson, Beth Allen, Shelle Maniscalco (Vito), Neil Lawson, Gil Lawson, and many nieces and nephews.
A service to honor his life will be held on Sunday, December 6, 2020 at Mt. Pisgah Church (2600 Pisgah Church Road Greensboro, NC) at 3pm.
In Lieu of flowers, the family is requesting memorial donations in Troy’s name to:
Gate City Charter School Foundation
Attn: Dr. Natasha Robertson
123 Flemingfield Rd, Greensboro,
Greensboro, North Carolina 27405
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Add A CondolenceI wish I would have heard about this earlier I went to high school with Troy and I also now live in North Carolina and was looking forward to meeting up with him after all these years. Mrs. Lawson may the God I know comfort you and the family. This is late because I am just seeing this post and I was on line look him up to try and meet up and talk about old good old times. His bless y'all.
Donearl W. Brown Sr. JP Knights
Troy was such a gentleman and a credit to Greensboro, to the Republican Party, and to all of us who loved him for his leadership and gentleness. We will miss him greatly, Wayne Ford
My dear Stephanie, I'm truly sorry for this tremendous lost in your life. I know how deeply you loved Troy, praying that God will help you and the family heal. May his soul RIP! Mariama NC
My deepest sympathy to you Stephanie and your Family. Please know you're in my thoughts and prayers now and in the days ahead.Sending my love to you. ~ Mindy Stultz Childress
Still so hard to believe I talked to him less than 24 hours before he passed. Will miss you Troy.
My deepest condolences to you and your family Stephanie. Troy was deeply loved and will be deeply missed by all. May you feel the love that surrounds you and trust that God will take care of you now and forever. Love you my sweet friend. Kris Saia
I did not know Mr. Lawson, but he seemed like a truly kind man. I am so sorry for your loss and your family will be in my prayers. With sympathy, Myra Gebbie
Dear Stephanie, Sending you my love and prayers during this difficult time. Dejuanna (Donna)Burrows - Bermuda
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