John Brian Mason

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John Mason Obituary

John Brian Mason 1965 ~ 2008 Our loving Father, Brother, Son and Friend passed away peacefully surrounded by his family September 1, 2008.John was born June 15, 1965 to Corinne Larsen and J. Lyle Mason. He graduated from Roy High School as the Sterling Scholar in Drama. He earned his Bachelor's Degree in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Utah in 1991. John had a great sense of humor. He was funny and made everyone around him laugh. He loved his son and his family and cherished the times they went racing and traveling together. He had the opportunity to travel to other countries such as Europe, Canada, Mexico and Peru. He also enjoyed several trips to Hawaii. He loved music and could play by ear. He played the piano and guitar. He had a passion for football and basketball and could be found watching the Utes, Wildcats or Jazz anytime they were playing. He is survived by his son Tyler J. Hover of Roy, father and stepmother Lyle and Donie Mason of Bountiful; brother Scott Mason (Holly) of Syracuse; sister Brenda Wheelwright (Paul) of Ogden; step sister Christine Brown (Jeff) of Bountiful; and step brother Terry Maxfield (McKensie) of, Lyman, WY; Aunt Gayla Doucet (Charles) of Scottsdale, AZ; many nieces and nephews, and longtime friend Debbie Hover. John was preceded in death by his beloved mother Corinne and grandparents whom he loved dearly. Graveside services will be held Saturday, September 6, 2008 at 11 a.m. at Memorial Gardens of the Wasatch Cemetery, 1718 Combe Road, South Ogden. Friends and family may gather on Friday September 5, 2008 from 6-8 p.m. at Myers Roy Mortuary, 5865 South 1900 West. Send condolences to family at www.myers-mortuary.com

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Sep. 4 to Sep. 5, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for John Mason

11 Entries

Gayla Doucet

September 10, 2008

It is so wonderful to read John's guestbook and understand what the people who knew and worked with him feel about his passing. I knew he had many friends, but living in Arizona I didn't know many personally. He was so entertaining and had an irreverent humor that obviously we all loved. He loved his home, sports, music, photography, plants & flowers, cooking, his family, his friends, joking around, and a good time. As his aunt, I treasure the memories of him from the time he was my sister's little baby to the last time I saw him in SLC with his sister for lunch, and the last time I spoke with him on the phone in June this year for his birthday. Blessings to you all for being part of his life. To John with love - you are permanently in my heart.

Jay Thomas

September 6, 2008

To John's family. I am very sorry for your loss. I know what an impact its had on me. From first meeting him I thought, that guy has alot going for him. After getting to know him better I found he really did! John is in my thoughts often. John is in my everything for, John touched my life. One of his good qualities was being a very good listener. We shared many stories and good times. Not to many of my friends would go on adventures such as back-packing,skiing, mountain biking, etc. John was always up for the challenge.Here's hoping his next adventure is just as eventful. So long my good friend. I'll meet you in the lift line!

Lynda Lopez

September 5, 2008

Not funny John!!!!!

When I got the news of John's passing, it hit me immediately. My heart was heavy and before I knew it.... the tears came along.

I met John @ IHG, where he fast became the guy that "everyone" knew. He was not only funny, he had a personality that was non-stop.

John ~ Who's going to remind me now that it's payday, walk by my desk and call me a new nickname or stop and give me a hug - just because. You always seemed to know just when someone needed a laugh.... these are things that I will remember about you.

Thanks for always taking that extra minute of your day to stop and make me smile, to see how I was doing, to sing me a song that I had never heard and more than that.... for always being such a great spirited guy!!

I'm going to miss you John ~ thanks for toughing my life and being yourself.

John, RIP buddy!!!

To the family and friends of John ~
May the memories that each of you have of John ~ live on...

Kent Fox

September 5, 2008

To John’s son, Tyler, and to John’s family, I am so truly sorry to hear of your loss. I would like to express my deepest sympathies.

Please allow me to share some memories of John that I have. John was the kind of man who would help you as much as he could, the time of day or night didn’t matter. There was the time he changed out my thermostat in my old car, in five minutes, and he just smiled when I said I had attempted this for an hour and had broken my socket wrench. He explained it was just that you needed good tools, still smiling. This is just one example, and time after time, he treated all of his friends and family, people he had just met through work, or a friend of a friend, in the same manner. Absolutely passionate about his beliefs, he would discuss these with you, and whether or not you agreed, his passion remained intact. Inventive in the ways to entertain, make you laugh, playing cut-throat casino – a card game he learned from his grandmother - cooking delicious dinners from scratch, and he loved doing these things, just so he could see you laugh and enjoy life. You will be missed, my friend.

Carrie Dayley

September 5, 2008

I worked with John for many years. He was a great friend and always made me laugh. He will be missed.

Amy Kohler

September 5, 2008

I went to school with John and we had some fun times together in Art and Drama class. I sang in a concert once while he played the piano for me.
John was a fun great guy , who will be greatly missed.

Rosalind Fielding

September 4, 2008

I had some time to get to know John while I worked with him at IHG. I am sad to hear of his passing and know that he had a wonderfull spirit. He always had a smile on his face, and I loved to see his wild hair after he had rode his motorcycle to work! I will never forget the time they were handing out freebies, and he wanted to make sure a friend that was in the hospital got one, no matter what! It was that kindness that I will remember......RIP

Adam Bashore

September 4, 2008

I had the priviledge of working with John at UPS. I enjoyed talking with him about his brother Scott's dragster. He always had a smile on his face that lit up our office.
Good bye, friend.

Jeri Elliott

September 4, 2008

I am deeply sad and shocked in the loss of John. He was always so witty, charming and made everyone he met feel like family. My thoughts and prayers are with his son and family at this difficult time. I will miss him at the Bakersfield races and family annual Christmas Eve parties, but most of all I will just miss him.

Love Always.

Tami Thomas

September 4, 2008

Your smile and humor will be missed by all of us who had the privilege to know and love you. I always admired your way with people and your ability to confidently speak your mind. I hope you have found some peace. Goodbye :(

Guy Thomas

September 3, 2008

My wounderful, fun memories of all the great times we shared together. What a beautiful, thoughtful, loving person John Mason. I have always cared and thought of you so very much. Your fun loving personality and humor will be missed so very much. God Bless You John and see you later.

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