Lawson Gerald Ford Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Lawson Gerald Ford of Shafter, California, born in Greenville, Mississippi, who passed away on November 2, 2025 at the age of 81. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Lawson Gerald Ford to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Lawson Ford and Lidia Ford; his brother Clinton Ford; and his grandson Bodie Ford. He is survived by: his wife Stella Ford; his children, Tammy Whittington and Jerry Ford; his grandchildren, Jessica Whittington-Rogers (Derek Rogers), Josh Whittington, Brandi Ford, Samantha Walkley (Korie Walkley), Devon Ford, Sara Ford, Angel Tripp (Steven Tripp) and Steven Whittington (Erica Whittington); his great grandchildren, Payton, Ashton, Emerson, Zack, Kaylee, Elliana, Westin, Kayden, Connor, Leighton, Brayden, Liam, Hallie, Carter, Aiden, Sylas, Skylar, Emmit and Elliot; Charlie Whittington.