Houston Mourns Civil Rights Icon Rev. William Lawson

The founder of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church and close ally of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. leaves a lasting legacy at age 95.

Rev. William Lawson passed away at 95, having led Houston's civil rights movement for over six decades.
He founded Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church in 1962, growing it from 13 members to over 12,000.
Lawson worked closely with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and was instrumental in desegregating Houston.
Houston City Hall will be lit in Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church's colors in his honor until May 24.
Community services and a funeral will be held to commemorate Lawson's contributions and impact.