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Jay Mason Obituary
He lived his life by his own rules, worked hard, gathered friends and loved his family.
He was born March 1, 1940 in Idaho Falls, Idaho to Edgar Jay and Veleta Mason. He married Patricia Ruth Machen, March 26, 1959 in Idaho Falls. Together they had six children.
He is survived by his children: Lori K. Smith, Doug (Gerrilyn) Mason, Steven (Lesley) Mason, Tiffani (Jason) Vriens, Michael (Suni) Mason; 15 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren; his sister, Jolene (Bud) Wright; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Edgar and Veleta, his daughter, Michelle and his son-in-law, Andrew Smith.
Funeral services will be held at 4:00 p.m., Friday, August 24, 2012 at the Wanderwood Ward, 2195 E. Pepperwood Drive (10900 South) in Sandy, Utah where a viewing will be held from 2:00 - 3:45 p.m. prior to services. A BBQ will be held immediately following so bring all your stories of Dad. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com.
At Dad's request, he will be cremated and his remains will be laid to rest in the Bountiful City Cemetery at a later date.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jay Mason
Luann M Alba
August 24, 2012
My heart goes out to Jay's family and friends. I used to babysit for Jay & Pat, a long long time ago. I remember both of them being such wonderful parents and of course, I loved the kids. It's really hard losing a parent but it does get better. Everyone told me that a year ago and I never thought it would, but it really does! I'm sorry I can't be there today to help celebrate his life.
Lisa Babbel
August 24, 2012
Dear family, so sorry for your loss. He loved you all and spoke of you and your goings on to me when I could get ahold of him. Gotta love the man, quintessential gentelman driver, sweet heart of a biker, and a great friend to tell you how it is. I will miss you Jay.
August 24, 2012
I will miss you, my dear friend.All my love, Sharon Gangloff (Shar)
Mary Waldroup
August 23, 2012
Dear Tiff and family,
Boy, I never thought of this day coming when I would be writing in a guest book for my friend "Trucker Jay". He was truly a good friend to me through all the years I have known him and ridden with him. Always a "GENTLE MAN". Never a harsh word from him about anyone.I, for one will miss him dearly.My heartfelt sympathies to you and yours. Love, Mary WAldroup
The Community
August 23, 2012
From the Community of Cottonwood Hills.
We will miss you Jay....
Bob Holloway
August 23, 2012
Our hearts go out to Jay's Family and friends. One thing is for sure he went the way he wanted to, riding his bike. As a friend and next door neighbor, he shared a many stories about his love for family, hauling what most truckers don't have the nerve for and the road trips on his bike with his best buddies.
His patience, kindness and sense of humor will be truly missed. I know he would want us to celebrate his life's memory.
It's your turn to leave the front porch light on for me buddy.
Linda Blowers
August 23, 2012
To ALL of Jay's "family",
A shining light has passed. Jay was always a delight to talk to when he called us. He was/is one of our "favorites", but all of us here at Emerald Equipment Escorts will definately miss him. May you be blessed with all the good memories to strengthen you and your family .
Rona Schmidt
August 22, 2012
Lori,
I am so sorry for your loss. Kevin Wood notified me of your dads passing. It makes me so sad for you and Will, you have had a tough road the past few years. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. May Heavenly Father and his angels attend to you during your grieving and also through the many loving memories of your Dad.
Love,
Chester Avery
August 22, 2012
To all of Jay's familiy,
Your Dad,Grandpa was without a doubt a wonderful man and a great friend. We will all miss him especially thet warm smile. But he is among many friends and will have great pilot cars wherever he goes cloud to cloud doing what he and the rest of us loved looking after our families and driving those dang old trucks. I'll have one for you buddy. Best regards, Chester Avery
Calvin Smith
August 22, 2012
My friend was one of Jay's escort drivers.He always talked about him. I had the pleasure of meeting him a few months ago, while he stayed over for a couple days here in Mo. He was a very nice man, and I wish I had known him better. Sorry for your loss.
August 22, 2012
JOLENE, SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF YOUR BROTHER. I WAS GOOD FRIENDS WITH YOUR FATHER. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME OF SADNESS.
LOUISE HEINER--BOUNTIFUL, UTAH
August 22, 2012
Dear Mike,
We are sad to hear of the passing of you father! We are thinking of you at this difficult time. Bob and Mary Brady
August 21, 2012
WE LOVE JAY AND HE ALWAYS BROUGHT JOY WHENEVER HE WAS AROUND! HE WILL NEVER LEAVE THE HEARTS THAT HE TOUCHED AND WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. WE WANT TO SEND ALL OF OUR LOVE TO THOSE THAT LOVE HIM! WE WILL FOREVER CHERISH THE MEMORIES WE HAVE HAD WITH HIM.
-TRAVIS&BEKAH WALDROUP
Jackie Vila
August 21, 2012
Tiffany and Jason,
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. It hurts so bad when we loose our parents, it's the end of an era. No more memories to make, no more fun times with them. With time it gets easier, but you'll always miss him. You have my deepest sympathy and you remain in my thoughts.
Love you,
Aunt Jackie
Dennis & Bari Blackett
August 21, 2012
We wish the best to the Mason family. Until we meet again JAY will be forever in our Heart's And Rembering the good old days at F B Truck lines.
Paul M
August 21, 2012
My deepest sympathies and best wishes for your family. I am so sorry for your loss.
August 21, 2012
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of Jay. I had the pleasure of working with Jay as a pilot car driver and escorting him on many trips through Missouri, Arkansas and Texas. He was a fine man to work for. He visited my wife and me last Memorial weekend in Southeast Missouri. We enjoyed Jay's company along with some fine BBQ and cold beverages. Jay was always a gentleman. I'm going to miss working with him. I have found some comfort in knowing he died while doing something he loved.
With great sympathy to Jay's family and loving memories of him,
Billy and Monica Rhodes
Advance, Missouri
August 21, 2012
JAY until we ride again JW
August 21, 2012
Dad I love you so much, oh, how I miss you. My heart aches for one more hug. I know I'll see you again it just feels to long.
I imagine your first meal with grandma and grandpa was a joyous one. A homemade dinner of Lamb with mint jelly mashed potatoes and gravy, and of coarse grandma made her hot rolls with lots of butter. I've lost one of my earthly soul mates and in return gained a guardian angel. I'll keep an eye on Brent and Dave they will forever be a part of our family.
Keep on riding with the wind in your hair and don't forget to go past mile maker 319.5 on US93 the other side of the road is beautiful. I love you. Thank you for being you that's what made you the best dad. Love Tiffer
Pete Lewis
August 21, 2012
To the Mason family my condolences, your father,grandfather was a great man he would tell how to do it and then say comon lets go....he will be sorely missed.Jay will be missed by many friends ,coliges many people across the country have dealed with him you won't find a better man.
August 21, 2012
My best wishes go out to Jay's family. I knew Jay when he lived next door to me in Idaho Falls, Idaho (on Royal Avenue). Patricia and Jay were just married and she delivered their first child when I knew him.
I worked for E. Jay Mason in his butcher shop on Yellowstone Highway, just behind their home (which was later moved). Edgar was called "Jay." Jolene Mason married and was living near by in the Idaho Falls 14th Ward.
I often thought about Jay and his parents after my family moved to California in 1960.
Jack V. Albretsen
Hooper, Utah
Adele Pincock
August 21, 2012
Sending lots of love your way, Tiff. I'm so, so sorry to hear about your Dad.
August 21, 2012
Tifinay and Jason are thoughts are with you and your family, your dad was a very
special man who touched many lives,he will be missed-love you both Ben and Marcia Corrales
Doug Mason
August 21, 2012
He seldem smiled for pictures although he had lots to smile about. We spent some time at Lonestar monday. I learned alot about dad and his relationships at work. Thank you to his many life long friend for your love and support. I will miss you dad.
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