Richard Franklin Lawson

Richard Franklin Lawson, 68, of Harrisonville passed away peacefully with his children by his side. Born and raised in Harrisonville, Richard called the community his home for nearly his entire life. He retired more than 10 years ago as a Machinist and Aerospace Worker, working at Honeywell for more than 30 years. A lifelong lover of music, Richard found joy in playing the guitar, filling the lives of those around him with melody and heart. His quiet strength and gentle spirit will be deeply missed.

He is survived by Joshua Taylor Lawson, wife Lyndsay, of Harrisonville, MO, Nicolette Marie Hollingsworth, of Harrisonville, MO, Brandy Elaine, husband Josh Lavelock, of Harrisonville, MO, Georgann Metheny, Raymore, MO, Janet Lea Allbaugh, Harrisonville, MO, his 10 grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his Father, George Taylor Lawson, Mother, Nancy Helen Lawson, Brother, Glenn Metheny, Brother, Steven Allbaugh.

His legacy lives on in the music he loved and the family who loved him.

A Graveside Service will be held 5:00 p.m. Friday, July 11, 2025 at Orient Cemetery, Harrisonville, Missouri.