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Mary L. Dawson


Sunrise: July 18, 1936

Sunset: November 24, 2020
On November 24, 2020, God sent his angels down and called home Mary Lee Dawson “Ree”. Mary was born July 18, 1936 to the late Marcus Forman and Marcella Artis. Preceding her in death are two sons, Dennis Harvey, Jr. and Home J. Dawson; daughter, Dorothy Elizabeth Hambric; cousins, George A. Williams, Bettie Simmons and Marvin E. Woods (BooBoo).]
Mary worked for Hill Haven nursing home over twenty-five years where she retired, August 1998. She was well known and loved by everyone who knew her. She was a hard worker and loved her family dearly. Her children, grandchildren – great-grandchildren, Mary enjoyed trips to the casino and long trips to NC, she loved to gather with family and friends. She was the life of the party. Mary was an excellent cook and would give you her last.
Left to cherish her precious memories are her sons, Percell Dawson, Sr., Lynwood E. Dawson (Joyce), and Willie Harvey; ten grandchildren; fifteen great grand- children; three great-great grandchildren; cousins, Alvin and Elywoods; a special friend, Kasean Davis (Beanie); and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Viewing Monday, November 30, 2020 2:00pm - 6:00pm Metropolitan Funeral Service 7246 Granby Street Norfolk, VA 23505 Service WATCH SERVICE LIVE ONLINE Tuesday, December 1, 2020 4:30pm Metropolitan Funeral Service Granby Chapel The family is following the CDC and State of Virginia guidelines for funeral attendance

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    Felecia says

    To the family of Ms. Mary I’m sorry for your loss. She was like family to us. Her and my grandma Ms. Mary Covington were really good friends. They would often go to the grocery store together or she would ride with my grandma to run an errand just to get out the house sometimes. Got but never forgotten. Hold on to the sweet memories that you shared with your mother.

    Love the Hall and Covington Family

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    Evelyn sharpe says

    We were saddened to hear that Rea had passed. What I am feeling right now is hard to put in words. We go way back . She was one of my favorite customers. I use to do her hair when curls were out. I always admired her and will remember her fondly. We will keep you in our prayers

    Love Marvin and Evelyn Sharpe

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    loretta jones says

    Condolences To the Dawson Family. May the Soul of your Love one REST IN PEACE!!! Ms Mary was a sweetie. Loretta Jones

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    Jacqueline Skinner says

    My Condolences to the Dawson family, my other mother and best friend will be truly miss I love you Ms. Mary to the moon and back,RIH

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    Alberta (Bert) Wells says

    To the Dawson family. My condolences and prayers are with you. I will certainly miss our bench conversations on any topic. She had a real sense of humor. Mary is in a better place, R.I.H.

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    JoAnn Skinner says

    What a beautiful service for gramps.. you will be truly missed as we all know you were the life of any party… thank you for loving my family like your own .. we love you Mrs Mary and you will be in our hearts forever NayNay and Justin

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    Pamela Grant says

    My condolences to the family, Ms Mary will truly be missed, Always giving me advice and kept me smiling . She was such a beautiful lady

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    Joyce Skinner-Dawson says

    Words can’t express how I feel right now you will truly be missed by ALL, Take your Rest and just know you will forever be in my heart. I love you! Your Daughter in Law Mookie.

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