Larry Keith Mason, 68, of West Fork, died Monday, January 4, 2016 in West Fork. He was born January 24, 1947 in Fayetteville.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Phillip and Beatrice Mason; and one sister, Colleen Morriss.
Larry served in the U.S. Army and retired from the Fayetteville Fire Department. He enjoyed riding and working on motorcycles; raising game pigeons; making wooden airplanes and “smiling”.
He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Donna Jean Stroud Mason; two sons, Larry Brent Mason and wife, Julie of West Fork and Matthew William Mason of Fayetteville; a brother, C.G. Mason; a sister, Yvonne Watson; 5 grandchildren, Anthony Rankin Mason, Kristi Bailey Mason, Rebekah Mason, Gavin Mason and Emmett Mason; and one great-grandchild, Mason Buckman.
Funeral services will be 12:00 P.M. on Friday, January 8, 2016 at Beard’s Chapel with Reverend Alex Martin officiating and the Fayetteville Fire Department Honor Guard present for the service. Interment will follow in the Fayetteville National Cemetery under the direction of Beard’s Chapel with military honors.
The family will receive friends from 11:00 A.M until service-time at the funeral home.
So sorry for your loss Donna and boys….love and prayers for all you.
My thoughts and condolences to the Mason family on the loss of Larry. Though I only got to work with him briefly, I remember his mild personality and his friendly smile. Due to a previous commitment, I will be unable to attend the funeral Friday, but I will have the Masons in my thoughts and prayers. May God grant you peace and comfort for the next days of adjustment.
Donna & Family we are so sorry and your all in our prayers
Donna-I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband Larry. He was a good man. May you and your family have peace as you are in our prayers.
Monty
My thoughts and prayers are with the Mason family during this difficult time.
Donna, I was so sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. I have known you two for so many years, graduated with you. I remember our friendship during HS and our husbands working for the FFD. Even though i haven’t seen you for a long time, my heart goes out to you and your family. I will be praying for your and your loved ones.
As a cousin to Larry’s nephews, Burley, Lonnie, and Frank Gayer, I would like to extend my sympathy to all of Larry’s family.
Donna, Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
May our Lord comfort your entire family in this time of grief. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.