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James Irwin "Ernie" Lawton

February 13, 2018

May 29, 1934 - Feb 13, 2018
James Irwin (Ernie) Lawton was born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan on May 29th, 1934 and passed away suddenly at his residence in Vernon, B.C. on February 13th, 2018 at the age of 83 years.

Ernie lost his beloved wife and love of his life, Donna (nee Evans) in 1964. He is survived by his children, Debra and Grant (Marcy); five grandchildren, Justin, Amy, Alison, Paige and Hailey; three great- grandchildren, Andon, Jesse and Aaron; and numerous extended family members.

Ernie was a Power Line Technician (Lineman) for BC Hydro and he loved the job, working right up until his death. Being a Lineman for many years allowed Ernie to work in numerous locations in Saskatchewan and the BC Interior.

Cremation preceded a Celebration Of Ernie's Life which will be held in Saskatchewan at a future date.

If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to your local branch of the Canadian Kidney Foundation https://www.kidney. ca/contact-us.

Condolences may be forwarded to the family through bethelchapel@uniserve.com

Cremation arrangements have been made with BETHEL FUNERAL CHAPEL LTD., 5605-27th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 8Z5 250-542-1187 
Bethel Funeral Chapel Ltd.