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ORVILLE MASON
LIMA — Orville C. Mason, 88, of Lima, passed away 9:30 p.m. Friday evening, June 16, 2017 at his residence. He was born on October 4, 1928 in Pineville, Kentucky to Leonard F and Mary (Money) Mason and they precede him in death. On October 29, 1988 he married Carol Smith and she survives him.
He is also survived by three stepchildren, four step grandchildren and three step great grandchildren. He is survived by a brother, H.L. (Faye) Mason of Ada and a sister, Rowena (Wallace) Neal of Alger. He had been preceded in death by ten brothers and sisters.
Orville had been employed at Clark Equipment/Lima Locomotive Works as a welder for twenty-eight and a half years. He retired from General Dynamics after tens years of service. He had been a Korean Conflict Army veteran. He was a member of the Lima Missionary Baptist Church and he used to bowl at the 20th Century Lanes.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, June 22, 2017 at the Lima Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Terry Brock, officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery where Post VFW 1275 and the U.S. Army Honor Guard will conduct Military Graveside Rites.
Family and friends may call Wednesday, June 21, 2017 from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at SIFERD-ORIANS FUNERAL HOME. Memorial contributions can be made to the Putnam County Hospice. Online condolences can be made at www.siferd-oriansfuneralhome.com.
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for Orville Mason
Marc Tschuor
June 22, 2017
Our sincere condolences to the family.
-The family of Wesley Money
Rodney Mason
June 21, 2017
H.L., Rowena and other surviving family, my heart goes out to you. I grew up around your large precious family and it seems impossible that so many are now gone. Love and Prayers.
Rod V. Mason, Richmond, VA
Jerry and Norma Money
June 20, 2017
H. L. and Rowena, So sorry to hear about Orville's passing. Love both of you and offer our condolences to the Family.
Roni Freels oneal
June 20, 2017
H.L. and family, so sorry to hear about your brother's passing. May he rest in peace in the arms of Jesus. My sympathy to y'all.
June 20, 2017
We are sad to hear of cousin Orville's passing. Love to all his family and especially Rowena.
Everett Money and Gale
Mike Melvin
June 19, 2017
Orville, for years we've been great "buddies". You'll be greatly missed. You fought one hell of a fight. Love you. Until we meet again, Rest Easy! I'm sure you're already back bowling in the heavenly skies!!
June 19, 2017
We are going to miss you very much. We are going to miss all of your stories and enjoyed being part of your life. You were always so easy to talk to and enjoyed your company. Heaven definitely gained an Angel with you. Lots of Love from Charmaine and Gary. R.I.P. Orvy
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