Barbara Alice Lawson, age 62, died on Wednesday, July 18, 2018 at home with her daughter and son-in-law by her side. She died battling stage 4 lung cancer.
She was born to the late David Lee Lawson and Orpha Lilly of Virginia, and was also the step-daughter of the late Clinton Lilly.
Barbara met her companion (late) Ronald A. Valenza in 1985. They worked together as Public Adjusters for so many years, until he passed away from cancer in April, 2000.
Barbara helped raise her granddaughter Alexis while her daughter worked. Barbara enjoyed going to the Cape May County Zoo and Hershey Park.
She leaves behind her son David, daughter Patricia (nee Scott), 1 son-in-law, her grandchildren, Toni Lynn, Amos (Trey), Alexis (Joey), Angelo, Brady, Isabella, Romello, Tyasia, great grandchildren, Colton, Savanah and Sebastian.
She also leaves behind 5 brothers, 4 sisters and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.
Barbara’s service was held on Wednesday, August 1, 2018 at FERTIG FUNERAL HOME, Mullica Hill, NJ.
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mom
Today marks 1 year you have been gone an It feels like yesterday. I miss you so much! but I know you don't want me being sad all the time, and to move on with my life. and make more good memories. it's just you are a part of my memories, and I feel so lost without you! . But I'm happy that you aren't in anymore pain. an you can enjoy your life with POP! Until we meet again! I miss and love you so much my beautiful butterfly
Miss you
not a day goes by that I don’t think of you , I love and miss you so much!
Mom
hi mom, today marks a month you been taken away, seems like yesterday, I miss you so much it hurts that you aren’t here by my side , but you will forever be in my heart. It’s taking me one day at a time. But I’ll get there . I know u don’t want us cring over you , but that’s easier said than done . I love you so much