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Carl Mason Obituary
Carl "Gene" Mason of Argyle, TX, died Dec. 17 at the age of 86. He was born in Waco, TX on July 5, 1932, to Carl E. and Marion (Sloan) Mason, who preceded him in death. After graduating from Waco High School, Gene attended Arlington State College and later, Baylor University.
Aviation became his profession through charter flights, crop dusting, and flight instruction. Gene worked for Frank Price Aviation in Waco, Flight Proficiency and Jet Fleet at Love Field, Dallas, and his own company, Gene Mason Associates, Inc. at Addison, TX from which he retired in 2004. He was a life member of the Masonic Lodge, Waco Commandery No. 10, Knights Templar, the N.R.A., and joined AA Chapter Shalom of Denton in 1988. He served the DFW area as an FFA examiner for many years. Gene's friendships formed through his work and activities were extensive and long-lasting.
Gene is survived by his wife, Martha, of Argyle; sister Frances Gant of Dallas; sons Shawn (Karen) of Waco, Stuart (Michele) of Denton, Preston (Jennifer) of Ponder; daughters Kim (Paul) Robinson of Austin, Marie Mason of Hewitt, TX; nephew Jim (Teri) Gant of Plano; niece Susan Gant of Dallas; 6 grandchildren Herman T., Melissa, Laura, Walt, Mallory and Travis; 3 step grandchildren Ansley, Christopher (Crystal) and Chase; numerous great grandchildren ; and faithful companions Buddy and Sheba.
Gene donated his body to Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas. Memorial services are pending. Donations may be given to Knights Templar Eye Foundation or an animal rescue organization of one's choice.
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Gloria Glass
January 4, 2019
My Sympathy To Martha And Family On The Loss Of Gene. I Lived Down The Street From The Masons In Argyle On Charyl Lynn Dr And Got To Know Martha Right Away. You Were Such A Loving Neighbor And Made Me And My Family Feel Very Welcome. Thank You For All You Did And For Your Friendship. GOD BLESS!
Linda Miller
December 23, 2018
I have been friends with the Mason family since I was a little girl....Frannie and I played together, and Gene worked at my Dads drugstore in Waco.. Then our children played together as young children..Many fond memories with all the Masons and his Mom was such a beautiful, gracious person...So sorry to read of his death....Fondly Linda Hollingsworth Miller.
Robert Kellen
December 22, 2018
I have known Gene since around 1950, We rode motor cycles together in Waco. He had a Harley & later a Matchless, I had Matchless & AJS. We rode a lot of trails in Cameron Park. I also remember him playing trombone in the Waco High School band.
He has gone for that last trail ride in the sky.
Robert Kellen
December 22, 2018
I have known Gene since around 1950. We were teenagers then, riding motor cycles together in Waco. He rode a Harley and also a Matchless, I rode Matchless & AJS. We rode trails in Cameron Park. Lots of fun. So he has gone to that great trail ride in the sky.
Robert Kellen
Sarah Nordstrom
December 22, 2018
I had the privilege of taking care of Gene for several years. He could always make you laugh with his comments and his crooked smile. We watched many hours of in the Heat of the Night and talked about all the interesting things he has done. We shared a love for dogs and he became buddies with my dog. She looked forward to seeing him in the nursing home and at his house. He will be missed.
December 20, 2018
I worked for Gene at Jet Fleet in Dallas back in 79-80.
I credit Gene for giving me my big break into jets, which proved to be my gateway to a great aviation career. But without his care, confidence, and mentoring, it would have never happened. His personality exuded a gentle kindness, with a Texas kick. Will always miss you Gene. God Bless.
Dennis Kaskovich
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