Mason Dr. James F. Mason, age 85, of Upper Arlington, died Friday, April 17, 2015 at Friendship Village of Dublin. He was born January 19, 1930 in Wadsworth, OH to the late W. Horace and Frances (Deshler) Mason. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 65 years, Shirley Strickland Mason, on March 15, 2015. He was an "old school" physician practicing in Upper Arlington for over 60 years. He founded Northwest Family Physicians and concluded his career developing Worthington Industries Medical and Wellness Center. Survived by children, Bill (Kris) Mason, of Upper Arlington and their children, Jim, Mike and Mary; Tom (Donna) Mason, of Upper Arlington, and their children, Jackie, Kelly, Will, and Lauren; Jayne (Cleve) Coldwater, of Clarks Summit, PA, and their children, Mason, Connor, Dalton and Hollis; Bob (Laurie) Mason, of Upper Arlington, and their children, Brooks and Mitch. He was a graduate of Denison University, where he was a member of the Alpha Eta Chapter of Beta Theta Pi fraternity and a graduate of The Ohio State University College of Medicine. A longtime member of First Community Church; past President and devoted member of Scioto Country Club; one of the founders of the Upper Arlington Rotary Club and a Paul Harris Fellow. He was the Upper Arlington High School football team physician for over 40 years; past President and member of UA Boosters Club and member of Upper Arlington Civic Association. Inaugural recipient of the UA Chamber of Commerce Golden Gala Award and a Board member of Ohio Health. Above all else, he was a kind and caring gentlemen and a devoted physician, husband, father and grandfather. Private entombment at Union Cemetery. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, April 24, 2015 at First Community Church, 1320 Cambridge Blvd. Rev. James M. Long officiating. Reception at Scioto Country Club following the service. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.schoedinger.com. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Ohio Health Foundation, 180 E. Broad St., 31st Floor, Columbus, OH 43215-3707 or to Upper Arlington Rotary Club, P.O. Box 12013, Columbus, OH 43212, in his memory. ARRANGEMENTS BY SCHOEDINGER NORTHWEST CHAPEL, 1740 Zollinger Road. (614) 457-5481.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Apr. 18 to Apr. 22, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for James Mason

22 Entries

June 19, 2015

I remember cousin Jim fondly. He was such a kind individual. He took such good care of mom and dad (Gordon/Betty Leonard) throughout the years, and was really helpful to dad when he was will. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
Kristine (Leonard) Stroud

Laura Moorehead

April 26, 2015

Such a wonderful man & physician. His kindness & compassion toward others touched all those who knew him. My deepest sympathy.

April 25, 2015

I remember "Dr. Jim" as one of the nicest men I ever knew. When I was very young I hit my chin on the basement stairs and Dr. Jim came to our house to give me stitches. I was so little that he had to wrap my hands to I wouldn't try and physically stop him. The day I got my stitches out, I hit my chin on the coffee table and reopened the wound. When Dr. Jim came out yet again to stitch me up, I remember vividly asking him to "please not wrap me up in those rags". He very calmly told me that if I would sit on my hands and not let them go, he wouldn't. I did as I was told, and he hugged me after he was done. I must have been about 3, but I will never forget that specific gesture of kindness. He remained my family doctor until I left Columbus in 1976.
Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss.
Jane Allison Dunkel

Jerry and Pamela Davis

April 24, 2015

To the Mason family, our sincere condolences on the loss of your father and mother. While we worked together, your parents would stop in and they were always so friendly and kind. When I was facing my 1st hip replacement surgery, Bill - you gave your father my phone number and he called me at home to offer his expert advice and kind words which gave me tremendous comfort. Jerry always looked forward to your dad's visits. Your father was such a gentleman. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.

Ann Wollett Snyder

April 24, 2015

There was no one like Jim Mason.He truly was one of a kind.I am forever grateful that my son practically grew up in their home..as I know, many did..Thanks for all you did,Dr. Jim..you will be forever missed.

Matt snd Fran Kelly

April 23, 2015

It is hard to put into words what the Mason family has meant to the Kelly family. Starting with the friendship of our parents' to the life saving medical expertise of Dr.Mason who took our father under his wing and extended his life by 25 yrs. I personally cannot thank the entire Mason family enough. There are no words.

Joe Buck

April 23, 2015

Mason Family, I'm sorry to hear of Doc's passing, especially so close to Shirley's. You were blessed with such great parents/grandparents. They are together again. May they rest in peace.

Bonnie Bowen

April 23, 2015

I am so sorry for the loss of your wonderful parents. Jim and Shirley were both "top drawer". Your father was our family Doctor and was always there for us. My deepest sympathy to all of you.

Tom Dingus

April 21, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to Dr. Mason's family. He was a great physician and very kind man. It was a honor to have known him.
Tom/Donna Dingus Sunbury, Ohio

Susie Young

April 20, 2015

To the family of Jim and Shirley Mason........Please accept my sincerest condolences on the passing of your parents and grandparents. I had the honor of being their hairstylist the past several years, and always looked forward to seeing Jim and his "sweetie pie"...... They will be greatly missed, and Thursday's at 10:30 will never be the same. May God keep you all close to His heart and in the palm of His hand during this most difficult time.

Jim Mosier

April 20, 2015

Dr. Mason was a kind, wonderful man and a great physician. He was our family doctor for decades and decades. I first met him when he gave the team physicals for our 8th grade football team at Jones Junior High -- must have been 1960 or 1961.

I will always remember his caring and compassion for my parents in their final years. A truly wonderful man and physician.

Jim Mosier

Betsy Bowen Hampton

April 20, 2015

I wanted to let you know what an impact your father had on my life. He became my Doctor when I was five years old, and remained my primary Doctor until he retired. He always had a kind word. He remembered everything you told him. He was what every Doctor should be...kind, gentle and caring. I am sorry for your loss, it is truly a loss for every person who ever came in to contact with him. I am honored to have known him.

April 20, 2015

We enjoyed many happy times with Jim and Shirley. They will certainly be missed by many in the Columbus area. Our thoughts will be with all of the family and sorry that we are out of state and will not be there for the celebration of Jim's life. Walt and Candy Chambers

PAUL & EVELYN BURRIER

April 20, 2015

DR.& MRS. MASON WERE BOTH ANGELS WALKING HERE ON EARTH DISGUISED AS PEOPLE. ALWAYS A GENTLEMAN AND A LADY. THE GENEROSITY AND THE LOVE CAME STRAIGHT FROM THEIR HEARTS. WHENEVER WE ENJOY A PEACH WE THINK OF THE MASONS'
OUR CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY.

PAUL & EVELYN BURRIER
SUN CITY WEST, AZ.

April 20, 2015

Your Father, touched not only many peoples individual lives but an entire community. His kind and gentle spirit had an important and profound impact. My deepest condolences. - Mark Moorehead

George and Christy Grimstad

April 19, 2015

I have a lot of great memories of Jim throughout my childhood and later in life. I remember he made house calls to care for our family. Mostly, I remember a kind person we considered to be our uncle. Shirley and Jim will really be missed. We will cherish all the great times and meals we shared. Our prayers are with Bill, Tom, Jayne, Bob, and their families. Love, George and Christy Grimstad

Tom McIsaac

April 19, 2015

Tammy and I were so sorry to hear of Dr. And Mrs. Masons deaths. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jane Michael

April 19, 2015

Dr Mason was the kindest understanding man I knew. He will be greatly missed along with the love of his life Shirley! The Mason's have always been like a second family and I will true ly miss this. Love to ALL THE MASONS!!!

Ellen Isaly Clark

April 19, 2015

I became Dr. Mason's patient when he joined Dr. Rardin's practice back in the 1950's. He was the dreamy young Dr. Kildare of our day, and all the girls my age made up illnesses so they could go visit him! I lived with my grandmother, who didn't drive, and Dr. Mason made several house calls to our home to take care of me. He had a special quality that instilled trust, and I knew that he honestly cared about our whole family. I have always considered him to be the ideal image of a doctor: knowledgeable, kind, gentle and wise. I am sending my condolences to the entire Mason Family on both of your recent losses. It is a sad time for all of us who have thought so highly of the Masons for all these decades.

Jim Maher

April 19, 2015

My family began with Dr. Mason when he joined the practice of Dr. Tom Rardin in Old Arlington on the Mall. Fond memories of a good man and Doctor!
Jim Maher

April 18, 2015

Dr. Mason became our family doctor in 1959 and was like a family member. My three children had no other doctor growing up to adult hood. What a wonderful friend he became. After 2 trips back to see him in 1975, he told me I had to get a doctor in CA, so I finally did, but none compared to him. Gloria Morrow Ridgecrest, CA

The staff at Chapel Hill Florist

April 18, 2015

We have loved Dr. Mason for many years and will always remember his compassion and kindness. He will be greatly missed.

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