Betty H. Lawson

Betty H. Lawson, age 73, of New Paris, Ohio died Friday, December 16, 2005 at Reid Hospital in Richmond, IN. Born on October 28, 1932 in Clarksville, Ohio the daughter of the late Wilbur & Daisy (Mullins) Kearns. She had lived in the New Paris area all of her life and was a member of First Gospel Baptist Church of New Paris. Preceded in death by Grandson: Joey Lawson in 1989; Husband: Garvin E. Lawson in 2004.

Survived by Sons & Daughters-in-law: Garvin E. & Theresa Lawson, Jr. and Jack L. & Rena Lawson both of New Paris, Ohio, Steve C. & Nancy Lawson of Eldorado, Ohio; Daughter & Son-in-law: Margaret J. & David Kelly of West Manchester, Ohio; 10 Grandchildren, 12 Great Grandchildren, Nieces and Nephews.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 20, 2005 - 1:00 PM at Barnes Funeral Home - 109 West Main Street - New Paris, Ohio with Rev. Gilmer Smith officiating. Entombment will be in Royal Oak Memorial Gardens - Brookville, Ohio. Family will receive friends Monday, December 19, 2005 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Northwestern Emergency Squad - 135 North Washington Street - New Paris, Ohio 45347. Condolences may be sent to the family via the guest book at www.barnesfuneralhome.com