Randy was a gifted musician playing lead guitar for many well-known artists including Willie Nelson. He was a member of Smackover First Assembly of God Church. In addition to his parents, Randy is preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Lawson; his first wife, Medie Frances Jackson Lawson; a brother, James Lawson; and two sisters, Shirley Hillin and Frances Sinclair.
Randy is survived by one brother, Larry ''Ronnie" Lawson and wife Mary of Corrigan, TX; two sons, Randall K. Lawson, Jr. and wife Judy of Spring, TX and Michael D. Lawson and wife Amy of Monticello, AR; two daughters, Vonda K. Walters and husband Brandon of Greenbrier, AR and Melissa Scott of Louisville, KY; grandchildren, Kristopher Lawson, Michelle Lawson, Derrik Lawson, Tristian Lawson, Jordan Lawson, Austin Lawson, Makiah Rodriguez, Kerri Hollingsworth Channing Lawson, Callon Russell, Breyana Walters, Emma Walters, Luke Scott, Allie Scott and Makayla Scott; eleven great grandchildren; his companion, Gloria Irons; nine nieces and nephews; as well as a host of other family and friends.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Sunday, August 30, 2026, at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel with Brother Mark Stratton officiating. Burial will be in Gaster Hill Cemetery. There will be a visitation Saturday evening from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Serving as pallbearers are grandsons, Kristopher Lawson, Tristian Lawson, Austin Lawson, Callon Russell and Luke Scott; and nephew, Brett Lawson. Serving as honorary pallbearers is nephew, Brian Lawson and grandson-in-law, Brendan Hollingsworth.
Condolences(6)
Sherry Ellis O'Neill
Monticello, AR Tuesday, September 1, 2026 Larry, & the rest of Randy's family,I am so sorry to hear of Randy's passing. I wish I had known in time to attend visitation and the funeral.
I haven't thought of y'all in years, then last week you both came across my mind and I wondered whatever happened to y'all.
Randy was a sweet kid when I knew him, & musically gifted. Prayers sent for the family, may you rest in peace, Randy.
Joyce and Jerry amith
Monticello, AR Saturday, August 29, 2026 So sorry for your loss. Praying for all.tina martin butler
conroe, TX Wednesday, August 26, 2026 I have known Randy most of my life, he played music with my dad , Larry Butler, we kept intouch thru fb. Randy was a great man. May he RIP , enjoy your mansion in the sky Randy. You have reached your golden stage. I know my dad , Larry Butler is glad to see you. He loved u dearly. My deepest condolences to the family. God bless ?? ??. Never goodbye but see you again . Love , Tina Martin, Butler.Darrell Taylor
Willis, TX Wednesday, August 26, 2026 Our condolences to all of Randy`s family and friends. Randy and I played a lot of good country music when he lived in the Conroe, Willis, Texas area. He always had a smile on his face and was one of the nicest people I ever new, along with being one of the most top notch lead guitar players I ever knew. R.I.P. Randy.Darrell Taylor
Sharon Shook McIntyre
Monticello, AR Wednesday, August 26, 2026 Family of Randy,I am so sorry for your loss. I had not seen Randy since we were in school many years ago here in Monticello. I remember Randy being quiet, shy, kind, and very polite. I was always fond of him. Please know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Sharon Shook McIntyre
RITA (DAVID) JACKSON
STAR CITY, AR Tuesday, August 25, 2026 Praying for his children.