Harmon Roy Lawson


Mr. H.R. Lawson served in numerous leadership roles in the National Watermelon Association for over 40 years. He operated the H.R. Lawson Farm Supply Company in Morven, Georgia for many years as his commitment to the association grew.

He served as President of the National Watermelon Association from 1966-1967 and was a member of the Executive Committee for 25 years. H.R. Lawson served as Executive Secretary-Treasurer for the Association from 1968-1991, and was bestowed the title of Executive Secretary Emeritus upon his retirement.