James Edward Mason, Jr. Obituary in Gastonia at Costner Funeral Home

Obituary For James Edward Mason, Jr.

On February 11, 2021, God called one of His brightest and most devoted angels home. Mr. James Edward Mason, Jr., 71, of Gastonia, NC, affectionately known as "Ed," transitioned from this life to the next, peacefully at CaroMont Medical Center on Thursday afternoon. He was born on July 13, 1949 in Gastonia, NC, to the late James Edward Mason, Sr. and Bessie Walker Mason. Ed was a loving husband, proud father/grandfather, and a lifetime member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc.

He was also a faithful and lifelong member of Friendship Christian Church in Gastonia, NC. Ed is survived by his lovely wife of 41 years, Mrs. Marveta Reid Mason, of the home; two daughters, Crystal Mason Richardson and her husband Jonas, of Charlotte, NC; Courtnee Mason, and her fiance' Paul Vickers, of Austell, GA; grandchildren, Carson Richardson and Emersyn Richardson; one brother, Horace "Tony" Mason (Annette), of Detroit, Michigan; his beloved dog-son, "Ali" and grand-dog, "Sydney." He also survived by two aunts; Earlene Benton and Cynthia Dunlap of Winston-Salem, NC and six godchildren: Mr. Al Holland, Jr. of Tampa, FL, Mrs. Evette Givens of Austell, GA, Mrs. Ashlee Holland of Atlanta, GA, Mrs. Adrienne Bynum of Fort Mill, SC, Mrs. Mandy Patton of Gastonia, NC, Ms. Victoria Reid of Spring, TX, as well as a host of adoring nieces and nephews.

Ed attended Highland High School and graduated from Ashley High School. He received his Associates in Arts Degree from Gaston College and received his Agricultural and Engineering Degree from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.

A life so beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered.

Arrangement Are As Follow:

Private Funeral Service Place: Friendship Christian Church, 221 W. Bradley Street, Gastonia, North Carolina

Date: Friday, February 19, 2021

Burial: Gaston Memorial Park, 1200 South New Hope Road, Gastonia, North Carolina

Public Viewing at the church Thursday from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M.

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Heartfelt sympathy to the family Ed Mason, I pray God continue to strengthen all of you with His love, peace, and comfort for the days that ahead. Love and prayers always Rev. Clem/Diane McMillan

It is with profound sadness learning of the passing of Ed Mason a friend of mine.My thought are with his Family in this difficult time. May God bless you at this time and look toward God for Comfort and Peace. Rest Easy Ed I will always remember you. Smiley.

My thoughts and prayers to the family of Ed I remember him from Highland High School. He was a cool guy. R.I.P. Ed Mason
Linda Barber Dawkins

My wife and I worked with James and will truly be missed by his family. He was a fine man and disserves much praise and admiration. We enjoyed working with him. Lanny and Diane Hope

so sorry for you last. Praying words of comfort for you and you family. Ann Gaddy

Our prayers are with the Mason family. May God continue to be with you. Terry and Glenda Smith

We will always remember Ed to be a true friend. He will be sorely missed.
JC & Denice Nichols

I'm so sorry to hear of James's passing. He was a good friend and I have many good memories of him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Marveta and family. Barry & karen Baber

So sorry to hear of our Swank brother's passing. Ed Mason was a kind snd friendly gentleman. He will truly be missed by all who knew him. Sincerely, Marcus and Cherie Richardson

It was a great honor to meet and know Mr. Mason. Mr. Mason I will miss you greatly. I looked forward to working with you on 3rd Sunday's because I knew we were going to cut up. I will miss your smile and encouraging words. My 3rd Sunday's will never be the same. Thank you for being a part of my team and more importantly thank you for being the Godly man you were. You will be missed but NEVER forgotten. Love, LeShea C.

Marveta, so sorry to hear of Ed's passing, sending prayers, hugs to you and your family. Love, Jane Lowery

My thoughts and prayers are with the Mason Family in the loss of Ed. He will be remembered as my friend and a great guy.He will be missed. Love, Cheryl O Perkins & Family