Earnest Lee "Ernie" Lawson

Obituary
Earnest Lee Ernie Lawson Sr., 64, a lifelong resident of Georgetown, TN passed away Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015 at Erlanger Medical Center. Ernie was born on April 26th, 1950 a son of the late Newton & Bula Lawson. He was a gifted auto mechanic that worked for many years at the Volunteer Garage and also after leaving there was a self-employed auto mechanic for the remainder of his life.

In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by one brother Dub Lawson.

Ernie leaves behind to cherish his memory his companion of 15 years Tammy Cofer, two daughters Angie (Keith) Jones and Pam (Terry) Lawson, one son Earnest Lee Lawson Jr. Britches, two step daughters Amber (Wayne) Wilson and Tiffany Huggins, four brothers Dean (Jenell) Lawson, Buck (Wendy) Lawson, Joe Lawson, Richie Lawson, one sister Lois Hixson, thirteen very loved grandchildren and two great children who was the love of his life Morrison and Maddison. He was also survived by his two beloved four legged companions Lucille and Hopper, numerous other extended family members and a host of special friends.

The family will receive friends on Friday night, April 24th, 2015 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the Good Hope Baptist Church located 2601 Armstrong Ferry Road, Decatur, TN 37322.

A celebration of his life is planned for Saturday, April 25th, 2015 at 11:00 AM at the church with Pastor Bill Pearman officiating. Interment will follow in the Good Hope Cemetery with Colby Lawson, Steve Jones, Chris Harris, Tyler Lawson, Addison Carden, Brandon Perry, Shane Lawson and Nick Perry serving as pallbearers.

You are encouraged to share a memory of Ernie and/or your personal condolences with his family by visiting his memorial web page and guestbook at www.companionfunerals.com.

Companion Funeral Home and the Cody family are honored to assist the Lawson family with his arrangements.


Visitation Details
5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Friday, April 24th, 2015
Good Hope Baptist Church
2601 Armstrong Ferry Road
Decatur, TN 37322

Interment
Saturday, April 25th, 2015

Celebration of Life Service Details
11:00 AM
Friday, April 25th, 2015
Good Hope Baptist Church
2601 Armstrong Ferry Road
Decatur, TN 37322

Good Hope Cemetery
following the service