Lewis Dale Dawson

Lewis Dale Dawson, 76, of Tunica, Miss. Died Friday, April 22, 2005 at Baptist Desoto Hospital in Southaven, Miss.

Born June 9, 1928 in Lepanto, he was a former member of the U.S. Navy.

Survivors include his wife, Frances Ann Dawson of the home; two daughters: Shelly Ruth Shurden and Mary Frances Edwards, both of Tunica; one son: Lewis Dale "Dusty" Dawson of Tunica; and six grandchildren.

Graveside funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 23 at Oakwood Cemetery with Doug Hardin officiating. Arrangements were handled by Emorial Funeral Home.

Memorials may be made to Tunica Institute of Learning; P.O. Box 966; Tunica, MS 38676.