ETHEL N. MASON

Ms. Ethel Neaves Mason affectionately known as "Sister" entered into eternal rest on Sunday, February 28, 2021 at home with her devoted son by her side.

She was born October 1, 1939, in Sussex County Virginia to the late Charlie and Isabelle Neaves.

She was educated in the Sussex School System. Later in life she chose Nursing as a profession. She received the following certifications: a Certificate of Nursing Skills at Rowanty Vocational Technical Center on November 13, 1979, received a General Education Development Certification from the Commonwealth of Virginia on July 31, 1984, received Competency Certificate Of Nurse Aide on February 15, 2001 and also received her Social Missionary Credentials from The Church of our Lord Jesus Christ of the Apostolic Faith, Inc. on July 21, 2007.

She began attending Highway Church in 1986. During the years she served as President of the Usher Board, a faithful member of the Sunday School, member of Missionary Department, member of the Women's Council, and Missionary Teacher.

She assisted with the Building Fund Raiser, and enjoyed traveling with the Pastor and church family to serve other churches. She was a trusted counselor for women of the church.

Ethel was preceded in death by her loving sister, Suebeth Moore, daughter Alana Mason and son Kenneth Mason.

She leaves to cherish her memory, her devoted sons, Harold Mason(Erica) of Stony Creek, Va.; and Robert Mason(Ann) of Greensboro NC.; one brother Charlie Neaves Jr. (Winnie) of Petersburg Va.; Grandchildren Tameka Mason, Tanee Mason, Akera Mason, Eric Mason, Deon Malone and Kenny Godette. Also numerous nieces, nephews, friends and family.

A Graveside Service will be held on Thursday March 4, 2021 at 12 Noon at the Little Bethel Baptist Church, with District Elder James L. Coleman, officiating. Public viewing will be held on Wednesday March 3, 2021 from 12 Noon to 7 p.m. at the Petersburg Chapel.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Joseph M. Johnson and Son Funeral Home.