Edward Lewis Lawton was born on September 25, 1929 and passed away on October 17, 2016. Edward is preceded in death by his parents: Lewis and Margie Lawton; brother-in-law, Jack Ramsey and sister, Marion Ramsey. Edward is survived by his wife of 58 years, Janet Holcombe Lawton; children: Mark Lawton and wife Elizabeth, Scott Lawton and wife Sandy; grandchildren, Jeff Lawton, Samantha Amendson, Drew Lawton, Mary Claire Lawton and numerous nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held for Edward on October 20, 2016 at 11:00 AM at First Presbyterian Church of Forney.Family will receive friends an hour prior to service at 10:00am.