William Robert (Bill) Lawson
September 1, 1945 to February 8, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bill Lawson in Elliot Lake on Saturday February 8, 2025, at the age of 79. He passed away peacefully with family by his side at St. Josephs Hospital.
Survived by his wife of 18 years, Sarah Lawson (nee Calberry), his brother Henderson (Archie) Lawson (Joanne predeceased) and his in-laws and good friends Tom and Joan Calberry. He is also survived by his sons Graham Lawson (Terri Lynn), Mark Lawson (Cintia), Wayne Lawson and James Godfrey, as well as his step-children John Portelance (Dorothy) and Keitha Portelance. Predeceased by his daughter Lynette Pelow (nee Lawson). He was a grandfather to many and a great grandfather. He was predeceased by his parents Mark and Margaret Lawson of Elliot Lake.
Bill was raised in Elliot Lake and spent his adult life here, proudly serving as a firefighter and Fire Chief for Elliot Lake until he retired in 1997. Bill was an avid boater throughout his life and enjoyed fishing and hunting. He was a friend to many and was often outside helping neighbours or tinkering in his garage. Bill will be missed and fondly remembered.
Thank you to Dr. Stirling and the staff at St. Josephs Hospital for their support and care.
There will be a celebration of life for family and friends at a future time. Funeral Arrangements were entrusted to Alternative Funeral Services.