James Albert Mason

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Dear Lynne,
We were shocked to learn of Jim's death and dismayed that we missed the obituary. Ann had total ankle replacement surgery in April and presented me with a 24/7 caretaker role--in May we were both absorbed by this; consequently, days passed without taking time to read the paper. Jim (whom we called Bert in our college days) was a close and valued colleague, as well as a giant in his field; we consider you both to be dear friends (and...

Dear Lynne, Julie, and family,

So very sorry to hear of Dr. Mason's passing. He was a kind and wonderful man. I enjoyed our travels together in Europe and getting to know each of you on a personal level. I lost my father on May 20th and understand your great loss. Our love and respect to each of you. Our prayers will be with you .

Love,
Layne & Kristine Westover

I just learned of the passing of James A. Mason (unfortunately too late to attend the memorial service) and suddenly find myself reflecting on my years at BY High where I had the good fortune of playing under him in the band. He was a wonderful mentor--imbuing us with an appreciation for not only music, but the arts in general (I remember Picasso's "The Musicians" in his office). He always had us playing the best of literature and to a very high standard (often using recordings of the...

Dear Lynne & Family, We are very sorry to learn of your loss. Jim was a wonderful person & will be missed. Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this sad time. Joyce & Tom Sawyer

I had the privilege of studying and taking french horn lessons from James Albert Mason in the mid 1950's. He was assisting our Band teacher, George Puckett in our band program at Springville High School at that time. I was in either the 9th or 10th grade. He was an excellent teacher, encouraged me to work hard and taught me a lot. He was kind, thoughtful and thorough in his teaching. He taught my lessons at his parents home in Springville, Utah which was just across the street, west of the...

Chris -
On behalf of Minnesota Life and myself we wish to extend our condolences for the loss of you father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Sincerely -
Nancy Cooke

I knew James A. Mason as a member of the BY High School concert band and marching band. He made such an impression on me that I have never forgotten his great love for music and his kind, gentle personality. Completion of the fine arts museum and his directorship will remain a lasting achievement and memorial to a great man. Hundreds of thousands will continue to benefit from the achievement of his dream. Thank you, Brother Mason!