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Leslie Mason Obituary
BROOKLINE -- Lt. Col. Leslie P. Mason Jr. (U.S. Army retired), 74, died Nov. 23, 2009.
He was born Nov. 2, 1935, in Iron River, Mich., to Leslie P. Mason Sr. and Martha (Kumkoski) Mason.
A 1960 West Point graduate, he was commissioned to the 82nd Airborne Division at Ft. Bragg, N.C. He earned a master's degree in psychology from the University of North Carolina and was both an instructor and course director in the Department of Military Psychology and Leadership at West Point. He served in the 5th, 7th and 10th Special Forces Groups (Airborne) and Special Forces (Vietnam).
He was an avid fly fisherman and an active member in the Christ Presbyterian Church in America in Nashua.
Family members include his loving wife, Linda (Stevens) Mason; children, Dwayne Mason, Martin Mason, Peter Mason, and Jennifer Foley; stepchildren, Jeff Burgess, Steve Burgess, and Roann Rubin; six grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
IN HIS LIFE: During his service, he earned many commendations, including a Bronze Star, and served as both a battalion and group executive officer and as post inspector general. He retired from the Army in 1980 and served as the business administrator to the New Hampshire Adjutant General. After retirement, he served as a bailiff in Nashua Superior Court.
SERVICES: Calling hours are Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. in the George R. Rivet Funeral Home, 425 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack.
The funeral is Thursday at 10 a.m. in First Congregational Church, 7 Baboosic Lake Road, Merrimack, followed by burial at 1 p.m. with full military honors in the N.H. State Veterans Cemetery, Boscawen.
In lieu of flowers, consider a donation to the Christ Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 336, Nashua 03061; Brookline Ambulance Department, 1 Post Office Road, Brookline 03033; or a charity affiliated with Veteran's Affairs.
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Doug & Dorothy Huisenga
December 2, 2009
Linda & family:
During our childhood years Les and I were almost inseperable.We shared many good times together, and I will miss him greatly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Robert Parodi
December 2, 2009
I had the utmost respect and admiration for Les. A quiet hero who always had a smile and kind words. My condolesnces to his family and to all who knew him. Bob Parodi
Thomas Felch
December 1, 2009
So saddened to hear of Les's passing. I worked with him at the court a few years ago. He was a super guy and I really enjoyed working with him. He will be truly missed.. Tom Felch
Joanna Bailey
November 30, 2009
My deepest condolences for your loss. Les was a wonderful man to work with, always kind and funny, and just a joy to be around. My thoughts are with you all.
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November 30, 2009
So sorry for your and our loss. I spent four years in Company B-2 at West Point with him. Les an I played on the plebe ice hockey team, me briefly and Les for the whole season. Tough as nails.He was deceptively nicknamed "Sparrow", due to weighing about 127lbs, but one didn't dare go into the boxing ring with him or provoke him albeit he had a great mid West sense of humor. A special forces super hero and a credit to his family , his Army and his Alma Mater. I and others were very much looking forward to seeing him at our 50th reunion next year. Again condolences from a long time friend and classmate. Ed Handler/e3 class of 1960
Jennifer Cahill
November 30, 2009
To the Mason family
My sincere condolences on your loss. I worked with Les at the court house, and enjoyed his company, habits and antics. He always had positive advice with a smile for me. He will be missed dearly, and never, ever forgotten.
Mary Seymour
November 30, 2009
I worked as a Court Monitor in Nashua for six years and became acquainted with Les. He was a real gentleman with a sense of humor, a pleasure to work with. He will be missed.
Herbert H. Hutchinson
November 30, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Rick Nicosia
November 29, 2009
My sincerest sympathy to Les’ wife Linda, his children and grandchildren. I had the honor to work with Les at the court for many years. In that time a respect and friendship developed from our time working together. I will always remember him as a good family man who had a strong belief in our country and his faith. I'll miss my running partner on the treadmills at the gym and our conversations there. Rest in Peace my friend.
Krista Robertson
November 29, 2009
The Mason family:
I am sorry for your loss. I have worked with Les for the past two years and have enjoyed every moment of it. He always had a positive attitude and a kind word. He will be greatly missed and forever loved by all of us.
Bob Fish
November 29, 2009
Linda & Family:
Our sincere condelences to you and your family. We got to know Les at the church in Brookline and had many fellowship times with Les. He was the type of person you would not forget and now we can rejoice that he is with the Lord.
Bob & Diane Fish
The Staff of George R. Rivet Funeral Home
November 29, 2009
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
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