Age 60, of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 2, 2018. Son of the late John and Doris Dawson; beloved father of John D. (Theresa) Dawson, Jr., Jennifer L. Dawson, Morgan H. (Termain Woodson, Sr.) Dawson, and Julian D. Dawson; loving grandfather to seven grandsons; devoted brother of Eric Dawson and Deborah (Sheron) Dawson-Davis; grandson of Cora Reynolds. Friends received Saturday 6-8 p.m. and Sunday 2-4, 6-8 p.m. at ROSE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 10940 Frankstown Rd., Pgh., PA 15235 where services will be held Monday at 11 a.m.