Navy Korea LAWSONMerle, Jr. Loving husband of 56 years to Alvena Lawson. Devoted father of Linda (Daryl) Lawson-Brown and Buddy (Jane) Lawson. Grandfather of Melanie, Bradley, Bryan, Samuel, Eric, Beth, Emily, and Jake. Great grandfather of Kaden and Jillian. Passed away Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at the age of 75 years. Friends may call at Vorhis & Ryan Funeral Home, 11365 Springfield Pike, Springdale, Saturday, October 10, 2009 from 1:00 PM until time of service at 3:00 PM. Memorials to Spina Bifida Association of Cincinnati, 3245 Deborah Lane, Cincinnati, OH 45239 or Susan G. Komen Foundation, 522 Cincinnati Mills Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45240.