In Remembrance Of
Danny Lawson
Danny Lawson, 67, of Gower, MO passed away April 26, 2025.
He was born on November 21, 1957 to Gordon “Pop” and Joan (Winans) Lawson in St. Joseph, MO. Danny grew up in Gower and graduated from East Buchanan High School in 1976.
On June 12, 1976 he was united in marriage to Debbie Greer. After their marriage they lived in Gower where they made their home.
Danny worked for Johnson Controls and retired after 40 years. He was a member of the Gower Christian Church. Danny served on the Gower Fire Department and coached girls softball for many years. He was a lifelong fan of the Royals, the Chiefs, MU and the East Buchanan Bulldogs. Most of all, Danny enjoyed following his grandson Austin’s activities. He loved hosting their annual 4th of July celebration.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Debra Musser; and brothers-in-law and sister-in-law, Leonard Musser, Danny Cavin and Judy Greer.
Danny is survived by his wife, Debbie; daughters, Carmen Inman and Rhonda Lawson; grandson, Austin; sister-in-law, Linda Cavin; brother-in-law, Gary Greer; nieces and nephews, Rachael (Paul) Smith, David Cavin, Sherri (Jason) Cavin, Gary D. (Cosette) Greer, Dyana (Chris) Kubiak; other relatives and many friends.
Funeral Services: 11:00 a.m. Thursday, May 1st at the Gower Christian Church AFC Building in Gower.
Visitation: 6:00-8:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 30th at the Gower Christian Church AFC Building in Gower.
Burial: Allen Cemetery, Gower, MO.
Donations may be made to Gower Christian Church AFC.
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21 comments
William S Christman
I worked with Dan for many years. He was a great man who will be missed. My sincere condolences to his family.
Mark and Robin Greer
Our deepest sympathies to Aunt Debbie, Carmen, Rhonda and Austin.
We have fond memories of meeting Uncle Danny on our visits to the US. He was welcoming, kind and showed his love of his family.
Our thoughts and love are with you all.
molly hampton
I am so deeply sorry for your loss.
Darrell Christian
I worked with Dan at Johnson Controls for many years and I got to know him as a coworker and a friend. Dan had a great sense of humor, showed great Gower community pride and, a love for his family. I feel I am a better person having known Dan and having a friendship with him over the years. My wife and I offer our deepest condolences to his family. Dan you will be missed my friend!
Eric Inman
Danny was such a good person he always put other people first. He was always willing to help out people when they needed help. I am very sorry for your families loss he will be missed.
Jill (Roasa) Lockard
Danny was such a big part of my childhood and I feel like he raised so many of us through coaching us girls all those years. My thoughts are with you, Debbie, Carmen and Rhonda.
Margaret Huff
I am so sorry for your loss Carmen. Sending you and your family love and strength during this time.
John Horn
Sorry for the families loss.
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Jack and Maria Lawson
We were devastated to get the news of Danny’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family there. Along with our deepest heartfelt condolences.
Paula Bendure
Rhonda, my heart goes out to you and your family. I’ll keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers..
Terry Alder
Rest in peace my friend, enjoyed many years of working together and playing softball with and against each other.🙏
Mike Bullimore
So sorry to hear this!! Danny was a wonderful man and his support for East Buch sports was unmatched. Danny always had a smile when he saw you. We played softball and basketball together and he always had that big smile on his face no matter how things went. He will be greatly missed.
I will pray for Debbie and the girls!! God Bless!!
Joshua Pohl
My deepest condolences to Carmen and Family. May his spirit live on in each and everyone of you.
Jeff and Jennifer Pohl
My wife Jennifer and I would like to say how sorry we are for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your entire family at this time. God Bless you all. RIP🤓🙏
Jennifer Reed Voltmer
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and always.
Alice Stagner
Dan will not be forgotten! He’s one of the people, who make me most proud of growing up in our nice little town, of Gower!
Rest in peace, Dan.
Paula Fleming Glenn
It is our deepest prayers and thoughts to the family of Danny Lawson. May the Lord be with all of you at this time.
From the Glenn Family, Paula, Timothy, Jason (Heather), Amanda (Shannon) Nelson and our grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Jacqueline Cousin
Each time I had the opportunity to speak with Danny he was so kind. I am truly sorry for your loss. Prayers to all that love him so.
Gary Greer
Danny was such a great person. He was a wonderful example to me about how to treat others and how to be an outstsnding husband, father, sibling and uncle. He also set such a high standard of work ethic that is rarely seen. He will be missed.
Trina Szuba
Rest well my friend. My sincerest condolences to Debbie and family. Dan was a good man, I worked with him for many years. He will be missed by many.
Mike and Jo and Tawnya Roady
we will all miss Danny he was a heck of a guy. we really enjoyed our days when the girls played softball.Now he will be with pop and Jo again.