Gordon B. Mason's Obituary
Gordon B. Mason of North Fort Myers and Cape Coral, Florida passed away following some recent health challenges on Friday, January 23, 2015. He was 87 years old.He was predeceased by his wife Dorothy Mason who was the love of his life and his grandson Shawn Hadsock. Gordon is survived by his children Belinda (Carlton) Hawkins, Steve Mason, Wayne (Joyce) Mason and Rhonda (Steve) Longbrake, 7 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, his brother, Conrad Mason, and many extended family members. The entire family will cherish their memories with Gordon and he remains with them through those memories.Gordon served in the United States Navy and for most of his working career he was the owner/operator of a heating and cooling business in Florida. He enjoyed working with his hands and helping others in need. Known as a quiet man he spent time each summer visiting family and friends in Maine where some of his favorite pastimes were riding his bicycle, spending time at his cabin or on the coast.A visitation will be held from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM on Saturday, January 31, 2015 in the Chapel at Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, 1589 Colonial Boulevard, Fort Myers, Florida 33907, (239) 936-0555. A Memorial Service will be celebrated immediately thereafter at 1:00 PM also in the Chapel. Following the religious service, friends and family will recess to adjacent Memorial Gardens Cemetery where Gordon will be laid to rest in the Prayer Garden alongside his beloved wife Dorothy M. Mason who sadly preceded him in death in 2003.Those who wish to share a story, leave a tribute or offer condolences to the family are urged to visit Gordon’s memorial webpage at www.fortmyersmemorial.com and sign the guestbook.
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