Puett Clay Lawing, Jr.
February 18, 1928 ~ May 24, 2010
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Puett C. Lawing, Jr., 82, of Asheville, died Monday, May 24, 2010.
A native of Lincolnton, he was the son of the late Ruth Abernathy and Puett C. Lawing, Sr., and was also preceded in death by a brother, Paul Lawing.
Mr. Lawing was a member of First Baptist Church of Asheville and was a retired terminal manager with Carolina Freight. He was an Army veteran of World War II.
He is survived by his wife, Joann Reep Lawing; five daughters, Beth Lawing and Ronnie Reeves, of Asheville, Barbara Pless and her husband, Paul Laufer, of Santa Cruz, California, Betsy Barnes and her husband, Craig, of Arden, Bonnie Lawing and Brooke Lawing, both of Asheville; four grandchildren, Carah Pless, Austin Pless, Peyton Pless and Haley Barnes; one great grandson, Jacob Fong and two sisters, Elizabeth Auten of Cherryville, NC and Nelda Wilkinson of King, NC.
A service will be held at 2:00 pm Thursday in the chapel of Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian with burial to follow in Shepherd Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 pm Wednesday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Skyland Fire and Rescue, PO Box 640, Skyland, NC 28776.
Dear Joann and family,
I am so sorry for your loss! Please know your family is in our thoughts and prayers! Your dad was always a sweet man and he loved picking on me when we were little! Loved spending time over at your house!
Sincerely, Michelle Tweed Whisenant
Philippians 4:13
My prayers are with your family during this time. Love to you all and wish we were closer. Mr. Lawing was a great man and will be missed
I love you so very much and have always thought of you like a second father-May this day-Your first of many in heaven be blessed as you were on this earth.
Love
Danielle Rorie
Bonnie & Brooke – I’m so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers and I am here for you both if you need me.
-Steph
Love your sweet family and I feel like a sister to Betsy. Thanks so much for being such a loving example of a fine group of ladies. Love and prayers to you at this time. Sandra, Eddie, Cortney and Erik
Beth~
I am so sorry to hear about your dad…. If there is anything I can do, please let me know…You are in my thoughts..
Love you!
Traci
Beth~
I am so sorry to hear about your dad…. If there is anything I can do, please let me know…You are in my thoughts..
Love you!
Traci
Bonnie and Brooke, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Bonnie and Brooke, I am so sorry about the loss of your dad. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lawing Family,
My heart goes out to your family. Mr. Lawing will always be a part of my childhood memories on Oakwilde Drive. He will be missed!
Love and miss!
Adriana
Dearest Family:
My thoughts and prayers will be of you as you go through this sad time. These are the times when I wish I lived closer to my family members. But, I will be with you in spirit. Love to you all. Judi
Dearest Family:
My thoughts and prayers will be of you as you go through this sad time. These are the times when I wish I lived closer to my family members. But, I will be with you in spirit. Love to you all. Judi
I am so sorry for your loss. Puett was a great man. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bonnie, Brooke, and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please let us know if you need anything.
Love,
Suzi,Lance and Madison
Dear Betsy and family, I am sorry for the loss of your Dad. I know he was a gentle, caring man and he will be missed. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Betsy and Family,
Condolences to you all, and our prayer is that you will find peace and comfort through Christ who loves you.
Carol and Tim Shumbera
i am so sadden to hear of puetts’ passing. I remember how kind he was
to us growing up in lincolnton. His
mom and dad, and nelda are a part of the best memories of my childhood. you all are in our prayers. robert stamey
Dear Joann and Family –
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Jane Kramer
Hi – I am Puett’s 1st cousin. I am Ruth’s sister’s (Nora) daughter. On behalf of my sisters, Barbara & Nancy, please accept our sincere sympathy.
We have lovely memories of being neighbors with the Lawings in Hickory, NC. We send our prayers for God’s presence and strength to sustain you in these difficult days. Brenda & Sherrill Austin
Joann, Beth, Barbara, Betsy, Bonnie, and Brooke
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. I have many memories of Puett, laughing like only he could. I can see him in each of his daughters. I came into the Lawing home as Bonnie and Brooke’s college roommate and I came out as family. Puett welcomed me into his home like one of his own and I will always remember him for that. I love your family and I always will. Some of my best memories are of the Lawing family. I love you all!!
Betsy and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sorry for the loss of your dad. I know he will be missed greatly. love always Warean
Dear Brooke and family,
I know this is a difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
With Love,
Jennifer, Sam and Kaiti
Brooke,
You and your family are in our hearts and prayers during this difficult time. Let us know if there is anything you need.
The May Family
To the Lawing Family:
Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God give all of you peace and comfort during the days ahead.
Charles and Jessie Koontz
I also remember all of the children, when I was principal at Roberson High School.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God bless you and keep you in His care.
Diana Smith
Joann, Brooke, Bonnie, and the rest of your family… Our hearts go out to all of you during this difficult time. We are so sorry to hear about Pruett. We have lots of happy memories when we would be lucky to be around him. He always had a peace & kindness about him coupled with a special smile. We send you peace, love, and comfort. All of you are in our thoughts & prayers. Love, Martha Brookshire & family
Bonnie & Brooke,
I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. You are in my thoughts and prayers. If you need anything please let me know.
Lisa, Kenneth, Michelle & Christopher
Joann & family: I do not get the paper a don’t have a computer at home. I am just now seeing this sad news. Please accept my apologies that I was not able to pay my respects to you in person. I pray that God will give you peace and understanding during the difficult days ahead.
Betty Ponder