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George Mason Obituary
Evansville, Ind.
George "Trackman" Mason, 74, of Evansville, went to the heavens Monday, October 6, 2014, after a year battle with cancer, with family at his side. He spent the past 26 years battling Parkinson's disease. He was born June 14, 1940, in Dixon, Ky., to the late Reno L. and Jerusha (McCormick) Mason.
He began working at St. Joe Race Track, which led to his love of motorsports. He raced the local dirt tracks many years. Known to many as "Trackman" he was the caretaker of Burdette Park BMX, where he was considered a passionate, caring man and had volunteered for 26 years, helping kids and touching lives. The track is now named after him. He retired from Whirlpool after 37 years and also worked as a shoe repair man in the evenings at Ralph Cleaners in North Park. After retirement, George enjoyed working in his garage helping to fix anything for his friends and family, or even a neighborhood child with a broken bicycle. Though a fan of NASCAR, he was a true fan of the King Richard Petty, and recently fulfilled his dream of having the King take him for a drive.
George was preceded in death by his wife, Judith (Barton) Mason; grandson, Nicholas Mason; parents; and brother, John Mason.
He is survived by his son, Bryan Mason; daughter, Virginia "Jenny" Mason (Tommy); son, Edward Mason (Michelle); longtime companion, Ruth Colvin, and her children, Wendy DeCorrevont (Gary), Jeff Colvin (Brandi) and Melinda DeCorrevont; 12 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Martha Friday (Doyle) and Margie Richardson (Don).
Funeral Services will be 2 p.m. Monday, October 13, 2014, at Alexander West Chapel, officiated by Rev. Karl Crowe, with burial in Alexander Memorial Park. Friends may visit Sunday from noon until 7 p.m. and Monday from noon until service time at the funeral home.
The family would like to give special thanks to the Petty family for making dreams come true; and also to Hospice for the loving care they provided George.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Petty Family Foundation, 311 Branson Mill Road, Randleman, NC 27317. Condolences may be made online at www.AlexanderWestChapel.com.
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for George Mason
Chris Bisesi
October 13, 2014
Ruthie and everybody, I am so sorry to hear about George's passing this evening. George helped everyone he met and was an amazing person. My sincerest condolances and may peace be with you.
October 13, 2014
I was sorry to read about George. My sympathy to Jenny,Ruth,Bryan,Edward,Patrick,and Jessica Carolyn Callis Fort Branch
Betty, Clark & Chris Isaacs
October 12, 2014
Sorry for your loss. Our prays are with you.
Phyllis Hyneman
October 12, 2014
My prayers and thoughts are going out to the family in this difficult time
Bunny Vowels
October 10, 2014
Deep sympathy to Mr Masons children & family. So sorry for your loss. And also my dear friend Ruth & children. I worked with Ruth for several years at Deaconess. Bunny Vowels
Evansville Indiana
October 10, 2014
Bryan & Byran, So very sorry to hear about the passing of your dad/grandfather. Praying for peace and comfort. Dwayne, Tracy & Isaak Jones
October 9, 2014
Deepest sympathy to the family of George Mason with a special condolence to my dear friend Ruth Colvin for her loss.
Danny and Dottie Horton
Michele Wallace
October 9, 2014
So very sorry for your loss. George was a great example for me, and our youth. He will be missed.
Buddy Higgins
October 9, 2014
Condolences to the George Mason Family. What a fine example he was and is to many.
The Buddy Higgins Family
Tammy Banfield
October 9, 2014
My prayers are with Jeff, Brandi, Ruth and the entire family of Mr Mason. So very sorry for your loss.
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