Larry R. Mason

October 24, 1944 - January 14, 2017

Larry R. Mason, 72, passed away at his home on Saturday January 14, 2017 with his family and longtime nurse and friend Merced Wright by his side He was born on October 24, 1944, in Rolfe, Iowa to the late Velma and Lester Mason. He was a 50 year resident of Lake Villa, IL. Larry was an avid outdoorsman and a founding father of Deerpath Sportman Club. He was a proud member of IBEW Local 150 Electrician’s Union for 51 years. He lived his life as a dedicated family man, loved having the company of his family around him, and was always willing to lend a hand when needed. He is survived by his loving son David Lee (Andrea), grandchildren Olivia, Brandon (fiance Grace Leider) Sanchez and Nathan Sanchez; great granddaughter Madeline Sanchez; sister Shirley (Bruce) Meriwether; sister-in-law Judi Mason; brother-in-law John Chenelle and many nieces, nephews, and cousins who loved him dearly . He was preceded in death by his wife Nancy, brother Gerald Mason, and sister Joye Chenelle. A visitation will take place on Wednesday January 18, 2017 from 4 – 7 pm at Ringa Funeral Home, 122 S. Milwaukee Ave. Lake Villa, IL 60046. Additional visitation will take place on Thursday January 19, 2017 from 11 am until time of service at 12:30 pm. Burial will follow at Milburn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Save-A-Pet 31664 N Fairfield Rd, Grayslake, IL 60030 in Larry’s name.