Curtis Lee Lawson, (1946 - 2017) - ForeverMissed.com Online Memorials

Let the memory of Curtis be with us forever

70 years old
Born on March 17, 1946
Passed away on January 19, 2017

Curtis (Curt) Lee Lawson, peacefully passed away at his home surrounded by family. He was born in Appalachia, Virginia to loving parents Bascom (Curtis) Lawson, a coal miner and Eileen Lawson, a homemaker. He spent his childhood in Wyoming County, West Virginia and moved to Chicago, Il as a young adult, before entering the Army. Curt was proud to be an Army Vietnam Veteran. He moved to California after the Service. Curt married the love of his life, Lucy in October of 1999. He was the owner of Concord Termite Control for over 30 years, however never boasting, he only referred to himself as a termite inspector when asked what he did for a living.

Curt was a long time member and Lay Pastor of Christ Community Church of the Nazarene in Concord. He was a respected leader in his Church and a devout Christian. He considered the Nazarene Church his second home and the congregation his extended family. When he wasn’t working, volunteering at his church, going to the gym or taking weekend trips, he was with his family. Curt was always a country boy at heart, from his love of country music, horses, playing the guitar, hunting, fishing, making ammunition and forever adding to his avid gun collection. He always looked forward to his road trips with his brother and meeting up with his sisters to visit their childhood stomping grounds. He also loved traveling to his homes in the Philippines to visit family and celebrate his birthdays.

Curt is survived by his loving wife, Lucy B. Lawson and proud children; son, Curtis Lee Lawson, Jr.(Cristie) of Sioux Falls, SD; daughters, Carmen Jean Jones (John) of Discovery Bay, CA and Christle Lynn Mastro (Joe) of Concord, CA along with his Brother, Joe Carl Lawson (Carol) of Schaumburg, Il, Sister, Joyce Ann Holbert (Robert) of Fredricksburg, VA, Sister, Patricia Faye Houldson of Palm Springs, CA., as well as survived by his twelve wonderful grandchildren, 3 nephews, 4 nieces and many friends he treated like family.

Curt was admired by his friends, colleagues and community for his honesty, humility, strong morals, faith, generosity and kindness. He was adored, respected and loved by his wife, children and grandchildren. Curt's devotion, advice, unconditional love, laughter and smile will be dearly missed by his family, friends and everyone that was blessed to know him.

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March 17

Hello
My dear sweet brother. I sure do miss you & when your Birthday comes around, I celebrate you. We all miss you so very much. I’m sure you are happy and reunited with many family and friends. Lots of Love ❤️ your little Sistet.

March 17, 2023

Dear "Curdles,"
Your life was an inspiration to all who knew you. You will always be loved and missed ❤️☘️
Gina

January 20, 2023

Always thinking of you and miss you so very much dear brother. Can’t believe it’s been 6 years since God called you home. I feel like a part of me went with you. By the way, I’m still waiting for you to pull my ear.
Love you always. ❤️

January 19, 2023

Dear Curt,
You are still so loved and missed. We aren't related by blood, but you always made me feel like I was part of your family. And thanks for helping me get the job at First American Termite. Those were the days, my friend.
Love always,
Gina

March 17, 2022

So glad Joan and I got to visit with you in Chicago. You are loved and missed. Your cousins Shirley and Joan

March 17, 2022

Dear Curt, I hope you know that your light has never dimmed in the lives of those you touched. And there were so many, including mine. You stepped in and became my "other" brother when I was just a teenager. Thank you for all of the loving truths you taught. And Happy Birthday, dear Curdles!

March 17, 2022

Your presents are missed every day my dear brother. I’m sure you’re happy there in Heaven and the Lord is pleased with a special Angel. as you. We love you. ❤️ Happy Happy Birthday ☘️

January 19, 2022

Dear Curt, you will always be my 'other' big brother and I'll never forget the fun we all had together. From the times at the Red Door apartments in Oakland to the times we worked together at First American Termite Co. You and I were usually the first ones in the office in the morning and would sit and chat for a while over a cup of coffee. Thank you for your wisdom, friendship and being a bright light in all of our lives. We love and miss you!

January 19, 2022

Missing you so much Uncle Curt and praying you continue to guide us to be as Godly as you and show us signs that you are a guardian angel to all of whom you left behind. We need your encouragement more than ever. Hopefully our family/angels above are all seeing this crazy world we live in and are prayerfully seeking change for our country. We love you all and miss you tons!

March 18, 2018

The Year went fast Curt, and hope you are having a Blast up in Heaven! Down here it's challenging "Deals", Termites of ALL kinds, politics all screwed up, but our home prices still heading up. I miss your judgement on some difficult inspection situations, and your steady, friendly way of doing Biz! - We'll all be up to see you again one of these days!- PETE & I'm sure most Realtors that had used you for many years!

June 12, 2017

Somehow I missed the passing of Curt, who I've known and respected as a Realtor for over 25 years!. He was the best. Reliable, honest and to the point. I heard from a fellow Realtor who also had learned just recently. We used to have an online newsletter where I'm sure Curt's passing should have gone at the Contra Costa Assn. of Realtor. We all loved him. Condolences to his family and co-workers.

March 26, 2017

Curt, you were my big brother when I needed one and mine was living in another state. You treated me like a sister and my children like they were family, too. You were such a shining light in this world and we will never forget your love and kindness. Now you're shining your light from Heaven and that makes us all smile to know we have you as our newest guardian Angel. Love always from this side.

February 28, 2017

It saddened me deeply when I heard of the passing of my childhood friend "Curt" Lawson...although I am a few years older, in the West Virginia coal-camps where we grew up age was not much of a factor when making friends …we all melded together like one big family. I remember Curt running around the Glover, West Virginia coal camp, along the Guyandotte River, in the summer covered with "bug-dust" (coal dust) we kicked up from running and playing tag and such most usually barefoot or in a pair of well-worn U.S. Keds . Curt comes from good stock, his father Bascom was a hard working coal miner and his mother Eileen worked along with my mother at a Keystone Gas Station pumping gas to help pay the bills. Honesty and an outstanding work ethic were instilled in Curt and his siblings from an early age. Although I got to see Curt only once or twice after leaving the coalfields and joining the Navy, many times my thoughts and memories returned to those glorious days back then and to the Lawson family in particular. It saddens my heart at his passing; it gladdens my heart to learn he was so active in his church and ministered there. In a short while we will be running around again together on the streets of paradise…no more pain, no more worry, only happiness…You will be sorely missed here Curtis Lee Lawson, my friend.

February 25, 2017

I only got a couple of years with Curt, but his impact on my life was huge. With the love of Jesus, he welcomed my family into his family. I will never forget his kindness. Be at peace my friend. You are home now, resting in the shekhinah.

February 20, 2017

My heart is heavy for the family that loved Curt so much. But I celebrate his new eternal life. HIs beautiful smile, his sweet spirit and his caring ways will be missed. I remember the green camp days, the Glover days and the memories made. I am so glad that Curt shared a part of life with me and my family. My Mom adored him and treated him like another son. He was my brother and my friend.

February 14, 2017

Love You To The Moon and back. You are my shinning star.Sis. Feb 14 20 -17

February 14, 2017

Curtis i love you so much. I Am so glad we had some time together. I Will miss you so much.Look down at me and smile your pretty smile All My Love To You Joyce Ann Lawson Holbeert

February 12, 2017

I had little time with cousin Curt, but I will remember his great smile and how he genuinely listened. So glad to share time with him and family last summer. My thoughts and prayers are with all his loved ones.

February 7, 2017

Forever remembered and loved.

February 3, 2017

You will always remain close to my Heart❤️

January 31, 2017

As a long time Realtor and also a Vietnam veteran, Curt and I got along very well. He'd call me his "favorite Realtor" but he probably said that to about all of us!!! He was friendly, honest, dedicated to his business & Family, and just a Super guy. He will indeed be missed by all who knew him! - Pete at ReMax WC.

January 28, 2017

So thankful for the time I had with Curt and his family this past summer. Love all of you and my prayers are with each of you.

January 26, 2017

Some of my best memories were at our house in Clayton where my dad taught me how to ride a horse, fly a kite and ride my Strawberry Shortcake bike with a huge banana seat . I would often sit in his lap while he drove a mini tractor while landscaping the back yard and eat all of his sugar cubes out of his office on our property where he had started Concord Termite Control. As I grew older and had a family of my own, he was still very much involved. I will deeply miss his Wednesday afternoon visits, Saturday morning donut drop offs and Sunday morning quick " Hi" and " Goodbyes" with Lucy to pick my kids up for church. I already feel a huge void and will learn to readjust but was and am still so proud and truly lucky to be able to call him my Dad.