William J. Mason, Sr.
March 21, 1942 - January 31, 2018
William J. Mason, Sr, age 75, of Wilmington, Delaware, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 31, 2018.
Born in Wilmington on March 21, 1942, he was the son of the late Clyde and Ellen (Demel) Mason. Bill dedicated his career as an auto worker with General Motors and retired after several years.
Bill enjoyed traveling to Florida, especially to Disney World and Daytona Beach. He also loved to fish and relaxing in Ocean City, Maryland. Above all, he was a devoted husband, father and grandfather.
In addition to his parents, Bill is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Ann Marie (Ruggerio) Mason. He is survived by his children, Dawn Moore (Brian) of Elkton and William Mason, Jr. (Kathy) of Newark; and grandchildren, Ryan, Michael and Brandi Moore, Louis and Joseph Mason.
A commital service will be held at 10 am on Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at Cathedral Cemetery, 2400 Lancaster Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bill’s honor to American Cancer Society, 92 Reads Way #205, New Castle, DE 19720.
Ruthann Parsons
Dear Dawn, Billy and family,
I know this is a difficult time for all of you ,please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Ruthann
Regina (Demel) Merced
I only knew you through Aunt Helen. I was only a child. Now there is another Angel in heaven. May God bless your family at this difficult time.
Linda Boulden
My prayers are with all of you. Bill, was a great friend to my late husband, Paul. He, was always very considerate and kind. Please accept my sincere sympathy. God Bless Yous, Linda Boulden
Joe Michael
RIP
Bert Manlove
Dear Dawn, Billy and family, Very sorry to hear about Uncle Billy, did not know he was ill. We always had a good time at the car shows in Ocean City. He will be missed. See you Wednesday at the service.
Fritz & Patti
Sending prayers! RIP Billy we will miss you down here in OC.