Robert Benjamin Lawson, Jr. 78, passed away at his home on Sunday, February 26, 2017. He was born in Hampton and was a retired waterman. He is survived by his loving wife Susan C. Lawson, his children Robert J. Lawson, Kevin Lawson, Michelle Lawson Ramsey, Sherry Lawson, Melody Haury, half brother Donald Lawson, half sister Cathy Lester, and five grandchildren. Funeral services will be private. Andrews Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of arrangements.