Mr. Leonard Otho Lawson

Leonard Otho Lawson, 79, of Avondale Estates, died peacefully, January 9, 2015 following an extended illness. Leonard was born June 23, 1935 in Campblesville, KY to the late Bryant and Floy Lawson. He worked for many years and retired from Ready Rent All as a diesel mechanic. Leonard was also a member of the Atlanta Duplicate Bridge Center in Norcross. In addition to his parents, Leonard is preceded in death by his son, Leonard Franklin Lawson, three brothers and four sisters. Survivors include his loving wife of 32 yrs, Revell M. Lawson of Avondale Estates, son; Edmond Ray Williamson and his wife Faith of Jackson, GA, grandchildren; Jeremy Steven Lawson and his wife Rebecca Cook Lawson of Lexington, KY, Presley Williamson of Jackson, GA, great grandchildren; Kaleb Franklin Lawson, Kelsie Grace Lawson and Kobe Steven Lawson all of Lexington, KY, numerous other relatives and friends. Private memorial services are scheduled for a later date. In lieu of flowers the family asks that you make donations to the Gideon's International at www.gideons.org. Please send on line condolences to: www.southerncremations.com. Southern Cremations & Funerals at Cheatham Hill, 1861 Dallas Highway, Marietta, GA 30064, 770-919-7100.