Joseph Fawson

Joe, our beloved son, brother, uncle and friend passed away on Monday, February 26, in Provo, Utah due to complications from surgery.  Joe was born November 7, 1957 in Salt Lake City as the 2nd of 13 children to Ken and Pat Fawson. He graduated from Highland High School in 1976.
Joe had a tremendous love for his family and for our Savior. He taught us all how to live better through his example of unconditional love. He was a loving friend to all.
He is survived by his devoted parents, Kennith and Patricia Fawson, and siblings Kennith (Zenaida) Fawson Jr., David (Linda) Fawson, Patty (David) Williamsen, Debbie (Steve) Wayman, Shawndra (Scott) Gwilliam, Mark (Michelle) Fawson, Kristine (Jason) Wilkins, Janet (Steven) Draper, James (Keri) Fawson, John (Monica) Fawson, Matthew (Kim) Fawson, Jennifer Fawson, and many loving nieces and nephews.
A viewing will be held on Saturday morning, March 3, from 8:30-10:00am at Memorial Mountain View Mortuary, 3115 East 7800 South, Cottonwood Heights. Interment will follow at the same location. Friends may leave condolences by going to www.memorialutah.com
 
Life Sketch of Joe Fawson
On November 7, 1957 Joseph Kevin Fawson came into this world – a gift – our gentle warrior. He came as such a light. A sensitive, innocent, tender, loving, eager to please, obedient, amazing soul, destined for greatness!
Joe spent most of his childhood growing up in Cottonwood, where life was good. His time was spent climbing apple trees (with salt shaker in hand), swinging in the willow trees, skipping rocks in the nearby pond, and rolling downhill in the chocolate barrels.  He loved summer, with it’s watermelon busts and swimming. He was always giving and sharing everything he had. That was Joe, kind!
Most of his teenage years were spent in the Sugar House area, where he excelled in sports, math, and dabbled in chemistry. J  He especially loved to play basketball. He was a typical good-looking teenager, who loved working on cars. He had an MG that always needed fixing and a Suzuki truck that was later made into a trailer. He was a hard-worker and enjoyed life.
His family meant everything to Joe. He mostly hung out with his brothers and cousins.  He had nicknames for everyone and a wonderful sense of humor.
He was given a patriarchal blessing at a young age and had most of it memorized. During times of trial, Joe held on to those precious words that told of his true greatness.  He developed, over the years, a strong love of our Savior. He showed unconditional love, giving even when he was being taken advantage of. If you needed the coat off his back, he would insist you take his shoes too!  This remarkable ability to give to others became the hallmark of Joe’s life.
Joe loved family, working and making money, eating out, licorice, Deb’s chocolate, Dr. Pepper, Mtn. Dew, junk food, movies, music, long drives, and the mountains. Joe loved life, even with its ups and downs. Joe loved living!
On Monday, February 26th Joseph left this world as he had come- a light. A sensitive, innocent, tender, loving, eager to please, obedient, amazing soul, destined for greatness.
He made it! Our Gentle Warrior is now the greatest of us all!
Service Information
Viewing March 3, 2018 at 8:30 am - 10:00 am
Memorial Mountain View, 3115 East 7800 South, Cottonwood Heights, Utah 84121





Graveside Service
March 3, 2018 at 10:00 am
Memorial Mountain View, 3115 East 7800 South, Cottonwood Heights, Utah 84121