Myrtle Louise Lawson, 79, of Cleveland, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026, at home surrounded by her family. She was known to many as “Myrtle at the Bank” for her sunny disposition and long tenure at Benton Banking Company/First Volunteer Bank.

She was born on April 10, 1946, to Johnny and Anzlee Qualls Clayton. Throughout her life, her family was her love of life enjoying every moment spent together.

She is preceded in passing by son Jason Lee Lawson, grandson MaKlain Lawson, and brothers Jr. (Beulah) Clayton, Harold Clayton, & David (Brenda) Clayton.

She is survived by her husband, Charles Lawson; son, Tim ( Tracy ) Lawson; daughter, Nicole Lawson, grandchildren MaKenzie Dale, Jacob Sharp, Jordan Sharp, Kacie Sharp, Whitley Lawson, Parker Lawson; & great grandchildren Mason Jellies, Tatum Jacobs, & MaKlann Dale; Sisters Faye Hooker, Mary Green, & Carolyn ( Dennis ) Waters; sister in law Mary Clayton; and many beloved nephews, nieces, and extended family.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, in the chapel of Higgins Funeral Home, with Pastor Jimmy Parm officiating. A graveside committal service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at Smyrna Baptist Church Cemetery, with Mike Curbow, Phil Ross, Jeremy Ross, Greg Clayton, Dennis Water, and Denny Stafford.

Her family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, prior to the service at the funeral home.

Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.higginsfunerals.com.

Higgins Funeral Home of Benton is in charge of arrangements.