Gary L. Mason Obituary (1934

February 11, 1934 - June 26, 2021 Gary L. Mason, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully in the early hours of the morning on June 26, 2021 at the age of 87. His last days were spent with his family by his side. Gary was born on February 11, 1934 in Ogden, Utah to parents Lola and Joseph Mason. He moved to Sacramento at a young age where he lived for over 60 years before moving to El Dorado Hills. Gary left C. K. McClatchy High School in 1952 at the age of 17 to serve honorably in the United States Navy. He treasured his time in the Navy. Upon his return, he enrolled at Sacramento City College where he was president of his fraternity and well liked by anyone who had the pleasure of meeting him. It was there that he met his beloved wife, Janey. He married his beautiful bride in 1957, and they spent the next 63 years together. Gary had immeasurable love for good friends and the outdoors. He spent years playing golf, hunting, and fishing with his close friends. He enjoyed countless summers at Wright's Lake, where he instilled in his children a great appreciation for nature. Gary never missed a special event in his granddaughter's life and made his love for his children and grandchildren known. Gary will be remembered as a hardworking, dedicated man who was fiercely loyal to his family. His love of reading, ball games, gardening and barbecuing his famous spare ribs lives on in his family members. He is survived by his wife Janey, his son Richard (Carolyn), and his daughter Lori (Michael), as well as his brothers Bob and Doug Mason. He is also survived by his two grandsons, Brian and Steven, his "favorite granddaughter" Mary, and one great-grandson. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Gary's name to Shriners Hospital. A celebration of life will be held for Gary's close friends and family at a future date.