LAWSON, Robert G. passed in Boston on Tuesday, June 21, 2016. Loving son to the late Samuel and the late Hattie Lawson. 

Known by many as "Mr. Lawson" of the Lawson Barber Shop in Egleston Square, a long time pilar in the community, a devowed member and deacon at Concord Baptist Church.

Mr. Lawson was the beloved husband to Jennie (Warren) Lawson. He also leaves his son Timothy Perry, and daughters Ursula Vaughn, Ericka Lawson and Vida Lawson. Blessed to have six wonderful grand children and four great grand children. 

His brothers and sisters whom will deeply miss his presence are Herman Lawson, Samuel Lawson, Deadre Lawson, Helen Lawson and Marie McDaniel. To cherish his memories he also leaves a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, long time friends and a devoted church family. 

Visitation will be on Monday, June 27th from 10-11AM at Concord Baptist Church, 180 Blue Hill Avenue, Milton, MA 02186.

Celebration of the Life of Mr. Robert G. Lawson will start at 11AM also from Concord Baptist Church. 

Funeral arrangements entrusted to George Lopes Funeral Home, 821 Cummins Highway, Mattapan, MA 02126.

To leave condolences for the family visit www.georgelopesfuneralhome.com you may also send floral arrangements for funeral services. 

OBITUARY

Robert Glen Lawson, a precious gift, was born on September 9, 1942 at home to the late Hattie (Rouse) Lawson and Samuel Lawson in Kinston, North Carolina. Robert was the tenth child to enter the home and because he was so mischievous everybody loved him. 

Robert was raised in the counrty in a religious home where weekly church service was a must. In NC, Robert attended school, did his chores and assisted his older brothers on th efarm. After loosing his father at an early age, Robert automatically looked to his older brothers for guidance. Imitating his older brothers, Robert possessed and exhibited signs of leadership at an early age. Prior to graduating from high school, Robert purchased a car with money he earned. In the early sixties, for a black youth, under eighteen to own a car was "BOSS". From this investment, his family and all his friends were able to travel to church and school affairs. Everyone admired and respected him for that accomplishment.

Upon graduation in the early "60's" from Woodington High School, Robert and five of his friends left NC in his car and headed to Boston. In his departure, Robert left behind a young son Timothy, whom he loved dearly. Robert knew moving North was necessary to earn a decent living as the farm fields of NC could not provide. In DC, that "BOSS" car broke down and he and the five friends had to stay in Washington, DC a few days. When he left DC over 50 years ago, he and the five friends never lost contact, all of them becoming successful in their fields.

Upon his arrival in Boston, Robert lived with his brothers and was hired at Boston City Hospital where he worked for several years. After completing Barber School, Robert worked with his brothers a few years, but when he saw an old, burned out, hull of a building at Egleston Square, he knew he had to have that building so he could make it on his own. With assistance from his brothers, Robert purchased the building, renovated it while cutting hair and has been at that location for over forty-five years.

Robert was extremely close to his brothers whom were in the barbering busness. They closed every Wednesday and you could find them huddled together in a meeting and discussing future plans on one of their shops.

Over the years Robert has opened other shops, ran Egleston Beauth Salon, operated a beauty supply store and most recently opening and successfully operated a Blade, Clipper Sharpening business.

After working hard and being alone in Boston, Robert was fortunate in 1968 to meet an dmarry Jennie (Warren) Lawson, and to this union they have been blessed with three wonderful daughters; Ursula, Ericka and Vida, all whom has followed him in the hair business.

Over th epast forty years Robert has been affiliated with two churches. Under the leadership of Revrend Braxter, he joined the New Fellowship Baptist Church and served as their trustee and deacon until it was destroyed by fire. Robert joined Concord Baptist Church several years ago and was ordained as a deacon in 2014. He also sung in the Male Chorus and was truly happy at his church.

Many things could be said about Robert, but he is best remembered for: being one of the oldest proprietors at Egleston Square, the many articles written about him, accolade from City of Boston and Barbering Industry and being highly respected by hispeers. He will alwaysbe remembered for his assistance with the plans for the redevelopment of Egleston Square. But mostly; he loved God, was committed to his church, loved his family, had a special place in his heart for his grandchildren, always stayed close to his brothers and sisters, was a mentor to many in the community and was instrumental in training many to open businesses of their own. He really appreciated the dedication of his long time employee, Clarence Wilcox, who has been with him since the beginning, his present and past employees, and the loyalty of all his customers throughout the years.He always made loans and contributions when he saw the need, never missed a Woodington High School Class Reunion in NC< loved his black pick up truck, loved riding his Hrley Davidson (back in the days) with his Social Riders, was always respectful, was always quiet and humble, seriously dedicated to his profession, a hard working man who thought being off work was being disloyal, was honest beyond a fault and forever loyal to his friends.

Robert always said, "for those who believe in me, I proved them right. For those that didn't, I proved them wrong." His life was built around the notion that: You cannot allow what others think of you to control your life. "If you have a dream, pursue it. You have to make your own dreams come true." Robert believed that patience, dedication, humility and affection for what you do will always bring positive results. 

Robert was predeceased by his parents Samuel and Hattie Lawson, three brothers, Henry, Thurman and Willard, three sisters, Doris, Eloise and Mary. 

In passing, Robert leaves to mourn a loving wife, Jennie (Warren) Lawson, a dedicated son Timothy (Mandy) Perry, three devoted daughters: Ursula (Peter) Vaughn, Ericka and Vida LAwson.

Two brothers, Herman Lawson (of NC) and Samuel Lawson (of MA). Three sisters Helen Lawson (MA), Marie McDaniel (NC) and Dierdr Lawson (MA). 

His grandchildren Marcus (Kaitlin), Antwon, Robert, Brittany, Myles, Tayla, five great grand children and numerous neices, nephews, cousins, friends and many others he greatly loved.