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Nas James Dawson

Passed 02/17/2026

Obituary For Nas James Dawson

Mr. Nas James Dawson of Blountstown, Florida transitioned from life temporal to life eternal on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at his residence surrounded by family.

Mr. Dawson was a member of Saint Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church in Blountstown, Florida. To know him was to love him.

Celebration of Life services will be held on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 11:00 AM from the sanctuary of Saint Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church located at 16076 SE River Street in Blountstown, Florida where the Reverend Dr. Nikki G. Henry-Clemons is the pastor.

Mr. Dawson will lie in repose at the church from 10:00 AM until time for the service.

A public viewing will be held on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 from 5 PM to 7 PM at Vann Funeral Home.

He leaves to cherish his loving memories a loving family: his wife of 55 years, Amanda Dawson; one daughter, Alicia (LaDon) Clemmons;

daughter-in-law, Lydia Dawson; grandchildren, Savannah Clemmons, Olivia Clemmons, Jaelyn Dawson, Hayle Yon, Aijalon Dawson, JaMyon Dawson, and Jaymee Dawson; and one great- grandchild, Ja’mir Dawson.

He is also survived by two sisters, Nedra (Sim) Smith and Maeola Hall; two brothers, Kain (Gladys) Dawson and Willie Dawson; sisters-in-law, Glenda (Reverend Riley) Henderson, Tina Charley, and Connie (Henry) Horton; brothers-in-law, Reverend Hayward (La’Shay) Anderson, Josephus (Eva) Davis, Lewis (Jennifer) Davis, and Jerry (Carrie) Crook; a special aunt, Penny Dudley; a special buddy and caretaker, Chris Jackson; a dedicated caretaker, Malcolm Snowden; and a host of other relatives, loved ones, and dear friends.

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Erika Morgan sent Sweet Moments for Nas James Dawson - February 23, 2026

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In this sorrowful time, sending thoughts of comfort and hope that you find strength to get through the difficult days ahead. We're here for you. Amos Robinson & Family

Amos Robinson & Family

TO ALICIA AND MRS. AMANDA,

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS TIME. GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!!

WITH LOVE, ERIKA, KIM, LISA, and DENISE

Erika Morgan

My deepest sympathy and condolences to Amanda & family. Rest on classmate.

Patricia Lockwood Boone

It is with a heavy heart,to hear of your home going, one of my favorite memories of you was that beautiful smile, and hearing you sing. May the peace of our Lord rest upon your family during this challenging time .The St.Rose Holmes Family

Ruby Hill

TO GOD BE THE GLORY WE SEND OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO MRS.AMANDA AND THE ENTIRE FAMILY MAY THE LORD KEEP HIS LOVING ARMS AROUND YOU OUR PRAYERS CONTINUE TO GO UPPER YONDER FOR YOU ALL GODS BLESSINGS....THE BLUE FAMILY

MR.&MRS.JULIUS & LILLIE BLUE BAKER

Our hearts goes out to you and your family. During this difficult time, and with our deepest sympathy, you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Sending love as we all remember cousin James and his beautiful spirit.

Ira & Catherine Yon Randy & Linda Godwin

Linda Jo Yon-Godwin

It is with sincere condolences that we the Faulk Family are praying for, and with your family in this time of bereavement. In Jesus name 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿!!!

Rev.Kelly Faulk

We send our deepest sympathy to the family. We pray that God grant the family the strength they need at such time as this. We will keep the family in our prayers. We are sorry for the lost of your love one. Elder Floyd Williams & congregation. UnitedBilbleway COGIC Ormond Bch Fla

Debhorah Williams

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

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