Rufus Lawson Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Rufus Lawson of London, Kentucky, who passed away on October 21, 2025, at the age of 56, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his father Benny Lee Lawson; and his brother George Lawson. He is survived by: his mother Mae Lawson (Roark); his wife Sherry of London, KY; his children, Felicia Mills of London, KY, Brittany Mills of London, KY, Natasha Smith of London, KY and Tyler Lawson of London, KY; his grandchildren, Gabriell Messer, Bailey Allen, Jayden Allen, Branson May, Makenna May, Cayden May and Kinsley May; his siblings, Martin Lawson (Crystal Baker) of Manchester, KY, Albert Roark (Tracy Eversole) of Manchester, KY and Brenda Lawson of Manchester, KY; his close friend Lonnie Lawson; and his aunt Wilma Nolan.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses.