Garrett E. Lawson

Garrett E. Lawson, born in Whitley County, Kentucky on November 26, 1962, passed away on February 8, 2024 at the age of 61.
He was a hardworking and compassionate man, dedicated to his family and his community. As a retired coal miner, Garrett was committed to his work in the coal industry, embodying the spirit of his favorite quote, “To find joy in work is to discover the fountain of youth.”
Garrett spent his life in Corbin, Kentucky where he was loved and respected by all who knew him.
He was a devoted husband to his wife, Belinda Helton, and a loving father to his children Missy (Scott) Saylor, Heather (Rick) Powers, and Johnny (Valerie) Helton. He was also a cherished grandfather and great-grandfather, adored by his grandchildren Katelynn (Dustin), Blake, Kelsey (Ryan), Emily (Ryland), Michael, Megan, Hunter, Michael (Elizabeth), Rachelle (Aaron) and his great-grandchildren Rylan, Kanden, Ryker, Myrick, Joslynn, Elijah, Elise, Myles, Everleigh, Charleston, Braxton, and Mallory. Garrett is also survived by his brothers Glenn, Justin, and Trenton Lawson, his sister Jennie (Darrell) Mills, his special niece Chara Wynn, and his special friends Archie Carter, Kenneth Mackey, and Curly Adkins.
Garrett was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Pearle Lawson; his brothers, Hershel and David Lawson; and his grandmother, Het Mackey.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at 6:00pm at Croley Funeral Home located at 103 South 2nd Street, Williamsburg, Kentucky. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, February 14, at 11:00am at Croley Funeral Home, followed by the burial at 12:00pm.
Garrett’s life was a testament to the power of compassion and hard work, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him. We invite you to leave memories and upload photos to Garrett’s memorial page as we celebrate his life and legacy together. Special thanks to Bluegrass Care Navigators for their love and compassion during Garrett’s final days. “The best portion of a good man’s life is his little, nameless, unremembered acts of kindness and love.” – William Wordsworth.
Croley Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.