Eric Lawson

Eric V. Lawson, 60, of Walnut Grove, Missouri, passed away Saturday, October 17, 2026. He was born on August 4, 1966, to John and Jolene Lawson in Long Beach, California. 

Eric married the love of his life, Sandy, and they shared over 33 years together before Sandy’s passing in 2022.

Eric loved Jesus and enjoyed going to church. He had a gentle soul and was always willing to help others. He loved music and playing guitar, as well as fishing, going to the lake, and shooting guns. Above all, Eric was very proud of his children and grandchildren, who meant so much to him.

Eric is survived by children, Amanda Dotson and partner, Darrell Thomas; Jessica Fantozzi and husband, Eric Fantozzi; Marcus Burk; Seri Giles; companion, DeeAnn Giles; grandchildren: Nathan Grimes; Carlee Grimes; Emma Dotson and fiancé, Chase Lummis; Samantha Wright; Gage Latiker; Alivia Fantozzi; Anthony Fantozzi; Eric Fantozzi, Jr.; great-grandchildren: Celina Grimes, Evan Wright, Cash Vincent Latiker; sister, Jonel Lawson; other family and friends.

Celebration of Life Services will be 11 a.m., Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Harold Baptist Church.

Services are under the care and direction of Wilson-Griffin Funeral Home, Walnut