Ernest Lawson was born December 16, 1945 in McNairy County, TN the son of the late Harmon and Olivia Martin Lawson. He had worked for Kenneth Locke Sawmill for many years and was a farmer before retiring. Mr. Lawson departed this life on July 4, 2017 in Jackson, Tennessee at the age of 71 Years, 6 Months, 18 Days.
He is survived by two sisters, Patsy Martin of Eastview, TN and Sherry Henry of Michie, TN; and a host of other relative and friends.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Lawson was preceded in death by three sisters: Ernestine Johnson, Nettie Gastall and Nancy Jane Hurst; a brother, Robert Lawson.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to donor's choice.