Paul F. Lawson, 79, of Plainfield, passed away August 20, 2013. He was born March 30, 1934 to the late Irvin and Nannie Lawson in Lee County, VA. He was a machinist for Diamond Chain Co. for 39 years retiring in 1995. He is survived by his wife Sarah E. (Jackson) Lawson; a son, Michael L. (Denise) Lawson; two daughters, Melda J. Sexton and Kim K. Alexander; three brothers, Calvin, Arnold and Bill Lawson; 7 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandson. Funeral services will be at 10:30 am Saturday, August 24, 2013 in the Hampton-Gentry Funeral Home, Plainfield, where friends may call on Friday, August 23 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm. Burial will be in Center Valley Cemetery, Belleville.