Robert "Robbie, Rome" Lee Dawson Jr.

Robert “Robbie, Rome” Lee Dawson, Jr., age 26, passed away on Wednesday, May 28, 2014. Robbie was born in Muskegon on July 31, 1987 to parents Robert Lee Dawson, Sr. and Julie Marie Gierzak. He enjoyed many things like music, fishing, eating (especially his mom’s cooking), playing video games with his brother, and collecting shoes and baseball caps. Robbie always had a smile on his face and he loved to crack jokes, make people laugh, and give great big hugs. He loved his family, especially his nephew and brother. Caring in nature, Robbie loved being around children, which was perfect because they all flocked to him. Robbie has had a difficult past, but he was determined to change. He will be lovingly remembered by his parents: Robert Lee Dawson, Sr. and Julie Marie Gierzak; siblings: Ryan Gierzak, Pierre Dawson, Alvin Thompson, Lamora Shawboose; nieces and nephews: Damyan Gierzak, Calvin O’Leary, Nieasjah O’Leary, Dalante Phillips, Jr., Little Alvin; grandparents: Jane Leckrone, Lewis Burris, Tom (Irene) Gierzak; an abundance of aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by sister, Fallon Thompson; grandmother, Flora Kitts; step-mother, Letta Shawboose. A visitation will take place on Friday, June 6, 2014 from 4:00-6:00pm at Ever Rest Funeral Home & Chapel (1783 E. Keating Ave., Muskegon). A memorial gathering will take place on Saturday, June 7, 2014 at 2:00pm until whenever at Ross Park (82 Randall Rd., Norton Shores). All those who knew and loved Robbie are invited to come and celebrate his life. If you would like, please bring a dish to pass but it is not required. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the family to help with funeral expenses, Bethany Christian Services or Webster House Youth Services, Noah Project, or a local anti-violence campaign.

Arrangements under the direction of Ever Rest Funeral Home and Cremation Chapel, Muskegon, MI.