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Dr. Charles Robert Mason

1942 - 2017

Dr.  Charles Robert Mason obituary, 1942-2017, Memphis, TN

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Charles Mason Obituary

Dr. Charles Robert Mason

Memphis, TN

Born in Memphis in 1942 he was the son of Robert "Brick" and Mattie Van Mason. He grew up in Memphis and attended Whitehaven High School, where he excelled in sports. After graduating from Whitehaven in 1960 he married his high school sweetheart, Pat Holdford. He graduated from Memphis State University and from University of Tennessee College of Dentistry. He established his dental practice in the 100 N. Main Building in downtown Memphis where he practiced for 22 years before moving in 1990 to Decaturville, Tennessee, where he finished his dental career before retiring.

He was an avid reader, an outdoorsman, and enjoyed working with his hands. He was especially gifted in woodworking and painting. He also loved to play golf and tennis.

After coming to faith in Christ in 1975, his Christian testimony and service were the most important aspect of his life. He served as deacon at Bellevue Baptist Church and at First Baptist Church of Parsons, TN, where he also served as an Adult Sunday School Teacher.

Many knew Dr. Charles Mason as a friend, fellow student, teammate, colleague, or as family dentist. Some knew him as Sunday School teacher, fellow church member, and community leader. Those of us in his family knew him as our loving Dad, Granddaddy, Brother, or Husband. All who knew him, knew him as a sincere, sold-out disciple of Jesus Christ, a wise, thoughtful, and generous friend, and a consummate gentleman.



He was preceded in death by his parents; Robert "Brick" Mason and Mattie Van Mason. Charles is survived by his loving wife, Patricia Holdford Mason; his children, Kelly Rogers, Phillip Mason, Robbie Mason; one brother, Bobby Mason; one sister, Connie Mason, and nine grandchildren: Jonathan Rogers, Stephen Rogers, Mattie Van Mason, Carlie Mason, Charles Robert Mason IV, Ellis Mason, William Mason, Sarah Mason, and Josie Mason. The family will receive friends from noon until service time at 1:30 p.m., on Sunday, October 8, at Memphis Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens, 3700 North Germantown Road, Bartlett, TN 38133. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be sent to Grace Christian Academy, 3279 Southall Road, Franklin, TN 37064.

Published by The Commercial Appeal on Oct. 7, 2017.
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My Dear Pat and Family: This message is from a long ago Memphis friend (Paula Leonard). It was with extreme sadness that I heard of Charles' passing. As I read his obituary, I saw he didn't change over the years as he remained a faithful, committed disciple of Christ. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers for God's comfort and peace to surround you. I am hoping that someday soon we an meet again and spend time together. I love you,

Paula Lineback

October 21, 2017

Pat
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family
Dixie Moore Woody

October 11, 2017

Dear Masons,
I'm so sorry l missed Dr Mason's funeral. It's hard for me to articulate how much l thought and appreciated your husband/father. My time hunting with him will never fade my memory. Whether he knew it or not, he mentored me in many ways.......Christ first. He was always such a gentleman.....l enjoyed just stopping by the house just to see doc. l'm sorry l never got to tell him how much l appreciated him and how much i respected him. We had some great talks........not just hunting. l remember yall's house having a warmth of family love. he was so proud of the boys and Kelly. l'm a richer man because of doc. Everytime l go down Kirby and see yall's house i think of all the great memories..........he has a new home today........l will see him again..........that'll be Heavenly. The Bells love yall.

Sammy Bell

October 8, 2017

Pat and family, his legacy will live on for the clear testimony he consistently gave, influencing patients, church folks, sports buddies, family and the hundreds of young lives in Grace Christian Academy.

Allan and Phyllis Fish

October 8, 2017

Pat so sorry for your loss Lisa and I thought the world of Dr Mason. He was and remains a blessing
for us.
ST

STEVE Tolley

October 8, 2017

To Charles' family,

L Biscette

Neighbor

October 8, 2017

Loved him like a brother. Will surely go on the hunt for him when I get home!

Malcolm (Gene ) Casey

October 7, 2017

My friend, my mentor, my Sunday School teacher, my brother in Christ, a blessing from God in my life.... Mrs. Pat, I morn and shed tears for you and your family (and I) for the pain of this temporary separation and in my next thoughts, I smile thinking about Dr. Mason's joy at beholding Jesus. May God bless you all.

October 7, 2017

So sorry for your loss. We loved Dr. Mason he was a great man. Rev.Welvon and Shelia Mayo, Decaturville TN.

October 7, 2017

Pat, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family

Florence Samuels

October 7, 2017

Oh, Pat, I'm so very sorry. God bless you and your family with comfort and peace now and strength and courage in the months to come. All of us at WHS will never forget him. Sending all my love and prayers to you and yours.

Ann Moyers Syfert

October 7, 2017

Pat, so sorry to hear about Charlie. Even though its been a long time we thought of him often

Jack & Barbara Buzard

October 7, 2017

Jack & Barbara Buzard

October 7, 2017

Pat so sorry for your loss. I know that you and your kids will have many wonderful memories of Charles.

October 7, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

October 7, 2017

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