She was employed at the Department of Work Force Services in Monticello and was Church of Christ faith. She was a graduate of UAM, having taught 2nd grade at City Park Elementary School for two years before moving to Florida and teaching third and fourth grades there for two years.
Survivors include one son, Marcus Lawson of Monticello; two brothers, Bob Lawson of GA and Steve Lawson and wife Bea of Bryant; aunt and uncle, Verna and Reg Conway of Waldron; aunt, Evelyn Lawson of Monticello; uncles and aunts, Tommy and Sybil McHan of Heber Springs and Paul and MaryJo McHan of Columbia, TN; numerous nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.
Memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 3, 2018 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with Paul Mowrer officiating. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(13)
Margaret A Beaucage
Star City, AR Saturday, November 3, 2018 Thoughts and prayers for the family.Angie Hurt Quarles
Las Vegas, NV Friday, November 2, 2018 My deepest sympathy for the loss of Dear Martha. I grew up with her and was so sorry to hear of her passing. My Love and prayers to you all in your time of sorrow. Sincerely, Angie Hurt QuarlesSharon smith
Conway, AR Friday, November 2, 2018 So sorry to hear of martha’s Passing, was a sweet girl, Sindy called to let me know, I will be praying for you all now and in the days ahead, for a peace that only God can give, pat is so sad and unable to come, but is thinking of you all. Love to each of you ,Sharon, Sonny smith and family and pat, Theresa and family.
Lindsay Crawford
Monticello, AR Friday, November 2, 2018 Marcus,Your mother always spoke about you with utmost love and affection. You meant the world to her. She was truly a splendid woman and will be deeply missed. I also enjoyed working with her at DWS. My heartfelt sympathies to you.
Kay Worbington
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 31, 2018 Marcus, You have my prayers and sympathy at this very sad time. I am so sorry about the loss of your mom!Ron and Stephanie Goza
, TX Wednesday, October 31, 2018 Marcus,You are in our hearts and prayers.
Ron and Steph
Sheryl Shelby Thomas
Plain Dealing, LA Tuesday, October 30, 2018 So sorry for your loss... praying strength and comfort during this difficult time...Peggy Everett
Monticello, AR Monday, October 29, 2018 Marcus, I am so sorry for your loss. Martha was a wonderful person, co-worker, and friend. I will truly miss her especially her laughter and smile. Praying that God wrap his loving arms around you and comfort you in your time of need.Audrey L Dintelman
Monticello, AR Sunday, October 28, 2018 Son.May the Lord be with you and yours, in this time suffering and confusion. Much Love and Prayers to you from your Mother's friends and family of the Class of 79', she has now joined many dear people such as Ricky Hally, Jeff Lednecky, Jamie Kellum, Wade Thompson, Janice Jones, Nicki Long Morgon Barnes, Judy Bostian, Kieth Ridgell, David Thompson and Becky Thompson. She will always be missed and never forgotten. Audrey Young DintelmanBeverly and Larry Stevenson
St Charles, MO Sunday, October 28, 2018 Marcus, you are in our prayers. We are so sorry for the loss of Martha. She was a precious cousin. We have a lot of good memories of us all growing up together when we were much younger. I pray that God gives you the strength to get through the days ahead.AUNT JO
COLUMBIA, TN Friday, October 26, 2018 MKARCUS I LOVE YOU SO VERY MUCH, I PRAY GOD WILL COMFORT YOU AS HE ONLY CAN. MARTHA WAS VERY SPECIAL TO ME, I LOVED HER SO VERY MUCH. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.Tammi NowlinTa
Monticello, AR Thursday, October 25, 2018 Marcus, I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom loved you so very, very much and was proud of the man that you've become. I'm so thankful for having the opportunity to work with Martha at ADWS, and for the opportunity to have become her friend. She will be missed. I pray for peace and comfort for you. TammiMarianne Zeno
Maumelle, AR Thursday, October 25, 2018 Praying your soul is at peace and that you are now in the presence of our Lord..🙏♥️