Lara Kennedy Lawson Kinston, North Carolina Obituary

Lara Kennedy Lawson

Snow Hill - Lara Kennedy Lawson, 40, passed away Saturday, June 25, 2022. A graveside service will be conducted Thursday, June 30, at 3pm in Westview Cemetery. Lara Kennedy Lawson was born on May 11, 1982, to Betty Bruce Lawson and the late Olin Thomas Lawson Jr. of Kinston, NC. Kennedy lived life boldly and fully, inspiring those around her to love unconditionally and live life to the fullest. She had a passion for art, theatre, and literature. Kennedy grew up thriving in the spotlight of her many theatrical performances in her church, Gordon Street Christian Church, and local theater. She continued her love of the arts in achieving a degree in philosophy from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2004. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by grandmother, Agnes Elizabeth Ricks Kennedy of Kinston. Kennedy is survived by her fiancé, David Harrell of Snow Hill; mother, Betty Bruce Lawson; sister, Luan Lawson and her husband Kenneth Lee Johnson II; nieces, Kaitlyn Johnson and Avery Johnson; and nephew, Aidan Johnson, all of Kinston. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Gordon Street Christian Church, 118 E. Gordon St. Kinston, NC 28501.
May 11, 1982 - June 25, 202205/11/198206/25/2022
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Anonymous
June 29, 2022
With heartfelt condolences,
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Tierra Hamilton
August 7, 2022
Wow Kennedy such a beautiful soul this world needed more people like you♥️♥️♥️
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A candle was posted for Lara Kennedy Lawson.
Brandon C. Moore
June 30, 2022
Kennedy, you were such a bright light, always greeting everyone with your beautiful smile. You never had a negative word and were a natural performer; the world was your stage, and the stage was your home. You will be greatly missed. To the family, I offer my most since... Continue Reading
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Joel Glassman
June 29, 2022
We are sorry to hear that the beautiful voice of Kennedy has left us. She was a true child star who brightened up every show that she participated in. Our condolences to the family and to her fiance'. Joel & Harriet Glassman, Cary, NC
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Angel
June 28, 2022
Thinking of you all and praying for you. I remember Kennedy from school days at Bethel. When I think of her I see her beautiful smile. With my deepest sympathy, Angel Wade Webster
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Melvin Pritchard ( buddy )
June 28, 2022
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David Harrell
June 28, 2022
We are thinking of you during this difficult time. From The Harrells (Bobby and Anne)
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Margaret Wood Hodges
June 28, 2022
Dear Betty Bruce and family, I am so deeply saddened to learn of Kennedy What a bright shining star she has been and that light will forever shine My. heart so aches for you With deepest sympathy, love, and comfort Margaret Wood Hodges
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Anonymous
June 28, 2022

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Laura Monroe
June 27, 2022
I am deeply sorry to hear about Kennedy. She was such a vivacious and beautiful person. Your family is in my prayers.
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Kennedy was a beautiful child: I am very sad to hear this.
June 26, 2022
A candle was posted for Lara Kennedy Lawson.
A candle was posted for Lara Kennedy Lawson.