Wesley Robert Mason

Wesley Robert Mason, 90, passed away on August 30, 2017. He was born September 6, 1926 in Port Clinton, OH and retired from the United States Navy as a Naval Aviator, having served in three wars: World War II, Korea and Vietnam. All three sons and two grandchildren followed in Lieutenant Commander Mason’s footsteps in the US Navy. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Dorothy; oldest son, Jeffrey; and two siblings: Charles “Bud” Mason and Marlene Corey. Survivors include his three sons: Craig and his wife, Tricia, Kevin and his wife, Debb, and Kurt and his husband, Tim; sister, Shirley Kemp; and numerous nephews and nieces. He was an amazing grandfather to his four loving grandchildren: Kyle, Jessica, Michael and Hannah. He enjoyed every moment that he spent with his family, especially his grandchildren. Armed with a dry sense of humor, he was a prolific collector of uncollectable items.

Graveside services will be held 11:30 AM, (TODAY), September 1st, 2017 at Jacksonville National Cemetery, 4085 Lannie Rd, Jacksonville, FL. In lieu of flowers please make a memorial donation to DAV, VFW or other veteran organization.

Arrangements by HARDAGE-GIDDENS RIVERMEAD FUNERAL HOME, 127 Blanding Blvd, Orange Park, FL. Please post words of comfort to www.hardage-giddensrivermead.com.

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