Richard Alan Lawson, 62, went to heaven after a courageous battle with ALS on March 4, 2017. Rick was born in Independence, KS to Denny and Kathaleen Lawson. He retired from the United States Navy, as a Lieutenant Commander after 30 years of service.
Rick is predeceased by his mother. Left to cherish his memory is his wife Darla; three sons, Jimmy (Sara), Curtis (Ashley) and Scott; his father; sister Vickie (Bill); brother, David; six grandchildren plus one on the way and a host of extended family and dear friends.
Family will receive guests Thursday, March 9, 2017 at Altmeyer Funeral Home, 929 S. Battlefield Blvd. from 6pm-8pm. A celebration of life will be held for Rick on Friday, March 10, 2017 at 12:00 pm at Apostles Lutheran Church, 370 Johnstown Road, Chesapeake Virginia. Interment will be at Albert G. Horton Veterans Cemetery, 5310 Milners Rd. in Suffolk, Virginia.
Past Services
Visitation
Thursday March 09, 2017
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Altmeyer Funeral Home - Chesapeake Chapel
929 Battlefield Blvd S
Chesapeake, VA 23322
(757) 482-3311 | Directions
929 Battlefield Blvd S
Chesapeake, VA 23322
(757) 482-3311 | Directions
Service
Friday March 10, 2017
12:00 pm
Additional Information:
Celebration of Life
Cemetery
Friday March 10, 2017
1:45 pm
Albert G. Horton Memorial Veteran Cemetery
5310 Milners Rd.
Suffolk, VA 23434
757-255-7217 | Directions
5310 Milners Rd.
Suffolk, VA 23434
757-255-7217 | Directions
Additional Information:
Rendering of Military Honors and Interment
Darla: I am so sorry for your loss. You and Rick were an inspiration, your constant care of him and his always pleasant countenance. Your love was so apparent. I pray that memories of the good, healthy times will comfort you and your family.
With our deepest sympathy and love.
Bobby, Delma, Mika and Ben
We will always have San Diego. It was a joy to have know Rick. In these moments of loss, words are useless. God rest his soul in peace and the angels to always be there with you!
With heartfelt condolences to Ms. Darla and the rest of Mr. Rick’s family and friends.