Rev. William 'Bill' Lawson, a prominent civil rights leader who collaborated with Martin Luther King Jr. and played a key role in desegregating Houston, has passed away at the age of 95. Lawson, known as 'Houston's Pastor,' was a revered figure in the civil rights movement and a founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church. His legacy as a champion of civil, human, and spiritual rights will endure.
The Reverend William Lawson, a beloved preacher and community leader known as “Houston’s pastor” who led efforts to desegregate the city, died Tuesday at the age of 95. More on his legacy: https://t.co/FEtV07L6yk
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Services to celebrate the life of beloved Houston pastor and civil rights leader Rev. William Lawson will take place next week at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church and officials expect a turnout as large as the legacy he leaves behind. https://t.co/h46mZaZp2Y
Rev. Lawson …He was the founder of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church and served as Pastor Emeritus. He was an incredible father, devoted husband until the passing of his wife and legendary leader among leaders! He will truly be missed and his legacy will endure FOREVER! Gone but… https://t.co/rNUkqgmifF
Church welcomes 'entire city' to celebrate life of Rev. William Lawson next week in Houston https://t.co/1PFwYfMwxJ
Rev. Bill Lawson was an icon of the civil rights movement and a true leader for all of Houston. My thoughts go out to all those whose lives he touched. https://t.co/ITjtORk02b
The Rev. William “Bill” Lawson, a longtime pastor and civil rights leader who helped desegregate Houston and worked with the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. during the civil rights movement, has died. https://t.co/23BibteSeb
The Rev. William “Bill” Lawson, a longtime pastor and civil rights leader who helped desegregate Houston and worked with the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. during the civil rights movement, has died. He was 95. https://t.co/23BibteSeb
Rev. Bill Lawson, champion of civil rights, human rights and spiritual rights, has died at 95 https://t.co/4yGuJec8qB
Rep. Ron Reynolds, others reflect on legacy Rev. Bill Lawson leaves behind - MSN - https://t.co/RPOOTUr71V #GoogleAlerts
Rev. William “Bill” Lawson, Houston civil rights icon and founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church, died peacefully at home on Tuesday morning. Here's a look back at Lawson's life in photos: https://t.co/iYeXo0F9GR
Civil Rights Leader Rev. William Lawson, Who Collaborated With Martin Luther King Jr, Dies At Age 95 https://t.co/l7fwEELliD
'Houston's Pastor,' a man of peace and a man of faith, was often a voice of inspiration at times of distress in our lives dating back to the Civil Rights Movement. https://t.co/qLzXGR42oq
The Rev. William 'Bill' Lawson, a longtime pastor and civil rights leader who helped desegregate Houston and worked with the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. during the civil rights movement, has died at age 95. https://t.co/Srn123JgOI