Asheville, North Carolina – Philip Jason Laws, 40, passed away on March 26, 2025, at his home in Asheville. His life journey began on June 12, 1984, in Wilkes County, where he spent his early years in Traphill.
Laws moved to St. Augustine, Florida, during his teenage years, later returning to North Carolina. He was known for his deep attachment to family and friends and had a passion for helping others in his community.
His parents, Nathan and Leesa Love Laws, survive him. He was also preceded in death by his stepmother, Kimberly Laws, along with his maternal grandparents and paternal grandparents, Don and Naomi Laws. Additionally, he mourned the loss of his best friend, Michael Davenport.
Laws is remembered by his sister, Samantha Laws, of St. Augustine, Florida. Other family members include his uncle Don Earl Laws of North Wilkesboro, and a number of aunts: Patsy Roberts (Elbert) from Luray, Virginia, Vanessa Laws (Ronnie) from Lenoir, and Ethel Brown (Tod) from Jacksonville, North Carolina. A cherished family friend, De-etta Brown (Chris), from North Wilkesboro, also mourns his loss, alongside numerous other friends and family members.
Funeral services were held privately, managed by Penland Family Funeral Home in Swannanoa. In honor of Laws’ memory, donations can be made to Ronald McDonald House Charities, located at 26345 Network Place, Chicago, Illinois, or through their website.
Philip Laws’ legacy lives on through those who knew him and loved him. For those wishing to create a living tribute, planting a tree in his memory is available through the Tribute Store.
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