issed. James is survived his wife Rosa Lawton, his children 3 daughters, Brenda Hargrow of Middletown, RI, Annette McKinney of Newport, RI and Kathy Ann Lawton of Newport, RI, and his son James H. Lawton and (wife)Tanya Lawton both of Middletown. His sister Betty Martin and her husband James Martin of Jacksonville Fl. and his cousin Hazel Pierce that also a sister to him. His 11 grandchildren 3 great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and cousins. James is preceded in death by his son Juan Lawton. Visiting hours will be held on Friday October 7, 2022 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Memorial Funeral Home, 375 Broadway. A life celebration will be held immediately following the visitation at 12:00 pm. Burial will be private.