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William Mason Obituary

(Courier News)

WILLIAM J. MASON SR.
AGE: 87 READINGTON TOWNSHIP
William J. Mason Sr., age 87 years, of Readington Township, died Friday (Oct. 17, 2008) in St. Clare's Hospice, Dover.
Born in Mt. Horeb, Aug. 3, 1921, he was the son of the late William and Mabel Nelson Mason. He had resided in Three Bridges for most of his life.
He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, serving in Europe and the Pacific as a combat engineer.
He was a farmer and worked for Loft's Seed Company, formerly of Martinsville, for 57 years.
He was an active member of the Mt. Horeb United Methodist Church and the Cemetery Association there. He was also a member of the Three Bridges Fire Department Fire Brigade.
Bill, along with his son, enjoyed stock car racing every Saturday night at the former Flemington Speedway. He was always there to help in the pits.
He was predeceased by his first wife, Shirley Adriene Dilts Mason in 1979; a son, John Carmen Mason in 1976; a granddaughter, Samantha Heater in 1992; five sisters, Florence Rustic Derwitz, Esther "Et" Kingman, Helen Closter Parr, Alice Cramer, Doris "Dotty" Dilts; and two brothers, Albert and Robert Mason.
He is survived by his wife of 16 years, Cathy Mason; a son and daughter-in-law, William Joseph Jr. and Pat Mason of Allentown; two daughters and sons-in-law, Marilyn and Wayne Heater of Flemington, and Terry and Charlie Amerman of Englewood, Tenn.; a sister, Elsa Engelhardt Calaway of Bonnell, Fla.; a sister-in-law, Doris Mason of Columbia Cross Roads, Pa.; a daughter-in-law, Kathy Mason of Milford; a stepson, Stanley Jankowski and his wife, Tracey, of Phillipsburg; a stepdaughter, Carol Snook of Three Bridges; nine grandsons, Danny, Eddie, Justun, Kyle, Charlie, Robert, Michael, Joseph, and Andrew; five granddaughters, Michelle, Jody, Amber, Kimberly, and Marybeth; a stepgranddaughter, Breanna; three stepgrandsons, Douglas, Casey, and Bryan; six great-grandsons; seven great-granddaughters; many nieces, nephews, and good friends; and his loyal dog, Blackie.
Bill mostly enjoyed his time with his family and friends, but also enjoyed working on his farm, gardening, enjoying NASCAR, restoring benches, and helping his fellow neighbors and friends.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22, at Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main St., Flemington. Interment will be in Mt. Horeb Cemetery, Warren. Calling hours will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21, at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Mt. Horeb United Methodist Church, 42 Liberty Corner Road, Warren, NJ 07059, the Three Bridges Volunteer Fire Company, 467 Main Street, Three Bridges, NJ 08887, or the Three Bridges Reformed Church, PO Box 235, Three Bridges, NJ 08887.
Please visit www.holcombefisher.com for further information, or to send condolences.

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Published by Courier News on Oct. 19, 2008.

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Love, Judd, Leane & Cody Walters

October 19, 2008

Pops,

I know we had our good days & bad days, but you will be deeply missed. We have been through so much together, and saw each other everyday of my life. You will not be forgotten. Rest in Peace. Grandpa.

Laurie Brown

October 19, 2008

Eddie & Cindy, So sorry to hear of the passing of your Grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I only met Grandpa a few times, but I’ll always remember his smile and enthusiasm for life. Cherish all the memories. Love and Prayers.
~Laurie & Stephen

Janet Moore

October 19, 2008

you will be deeply missed uncle Billy, you were a wonderful person,may you rest in peace. Love Janet

Marilyn & Wayne Heater & Family

October 19, 2008

We will miss you deeply. Your smile especially will be missed because you always had one on and your love and compassion for everything.

Love,
Marilyn & Wayne
Mike, Joe, Andrew & Marybeth

Eddie Walters

October 19, 2008

Always in our hearts. You will be missed deeply. We will celebrate you as we enjoy our view of the farm. We love you so much Grandpa!
Eddie, Cindy, Justin & Jenna

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