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WHEREAS, The family and many friends of Otto A. Lawson were deeply saddened by the passing of this esteemed gentleman on January 9, 1997, at the age of 94; and

WHEREAS, A native of Bell County, Mr. Lawson was born May 9, 1902; he married the former Leota Jones on June 8, 1924, and the couple enjoyed a happy and fulfilling marriage for more than six decades; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Lawson and his wife were longtime residents of Knox City, where they owned and operated City Hardware for many years; Mr. Lawson further contributed to the community as a Shriner and as a member of First United Methodist Church; and

WHEREAS, In addition, Mr. Lawson was a 32nd degree Mason, and he treasured the many friendships he formed as a valued member of Orient Lodge #905; a charter member of the Knox City Lions Club as well, he was awarded that organization's prestigious Melvin D. Jones Award for his exceptional service; and

WHEREAS, Both as a businessman and as a devoted civic leader, Otto Lawson left an indelible mark on the community he was proud to call home, and it is fitting he be remembered for his many contributions; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 75th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Otto A. Lawson and extend sincere sympathy to the members of his family: to his son and daughter-in-law, Kenneth and Elsie Lawson; to his grandsons, Kenneth A. Lawson, Jr., and James Eiland; to his five great-grandchildren; and to all the relatives and many friends of this eminent Texan; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the members of his family and that when the Texas House of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Otto A. Lawson.
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 425 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on April 11, 1997.
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Chief Clerk of the House