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Ellis Lawson

July 25, 1959 — April 11, 2024

In Loving Memory of Mr. Ellis Lawson III

Mr. Ellis Lawson III, 64, of Albemarle, passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at Atrium Health-Cabarrus.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Wilkinson Funeral Home chapel, officiated by Rev. Evelyn Lawson.

The service will be livestreamed at the following link: https://www.facebook.com/wilkinsonfuneralhome/

Ellis was born on July 25, 1959 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Geraldine Jones Lawson and Ellis Lawson, Jr.

Ellis was renowned as the king of the grill at his house. BBQ'ing ribs, chicken, and anything else tasty was his specialty. His culinary skills brought joy and satisfaction to many gatherings.

He is survived by his wife, Gloria J. Scruggs Lawson; daughters, Cherell Orr, Sharia Turner; son, Ellis Lawson IV; sisters, Kathy Rice, Leslie Lawson; brothers, Vernon Lawson, Terrance Lawson; 9 grandchildren.

May Ellis's memory be a source of comfort and strength to all who knew and loved him. May he rest in eternal peace.
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