Shirley H. (Thomas) Mason, 86, of Indianapolis, In. passed away from complications of pneumonia on May 24, 2019 with her family by her side.
Shirley was born in Terre Haute, IN on March 29, 1933 to Mabel and Reuben Thomas. She graduated from John Garfield High School in 1952 and two days later, she married the love of her life, Raymond O. Mason.
They moved to Joliet, IL when Ray returned from the army and started their family. In 1956, they moved to Channahon, IL where they were very involved in their children’s activities, sports and scouting. In 1982, they moved to their log cabin in Putnam, IL and lived there until Ray’s death in 1995, then Shirley moved to Morris, IL to be closer to her children and became a member of the Minooka United Methodist Church. In 2017 she moved Robin Run Village in Indianapolis, In. until her death.
Shirley loved hand making greeting cards and was a champ at playing bingo. She was the “bingo queen “ of the Robin Run Village Health Care Center.
Shirley was preceded in death by her husband Raymond of 43 years, her parents Mabel and Reuben Thomas, brother Jack Thomas and sister Marjorie (Thomas) Hyde.
She is survived by her loving children; Pamela (George) Coley of Box Elder, SD, Ray (Sherri) Mason of Minooka, IL, Danny (Melinda) Mason of Ooltewah, TN and Greg (Kathy) Mason of Plainfield, IN. Also survived by her beloved grandchildren; George (Nina), Abbie (Michael), Clifton (Paige), Rachel (Jeremy), Katie (Justin), Sarah, Kirk, Trebor and Trent, her great-grandchildren; Marissa, Rhiannon and Cooper, her sisters; Carolyn (Thomas) Willan, Charlotte (Thomas) (Jack) Smith, her cousin; Ruth (Thomas) Gallion, her sister-in-law; Bette (Jack) Thomas and brother and sister-in-law; John (Phyllis) Mason, plus numerous nieces and nephews.
As it was her request, cremation rights were accorded. Family will receive friends and relatives at a brief celebration of her life at Indiana Funeral Care, Harry W. Moore Chapel located at 8151 Allisonville Rd. Indianapolis, In. 46250 on June 7, 2019. Visitation with family and friends will be from 12:00 until 3:00. A brief Celebration of Life service will begin at 2:00 with the Reverend Patty Jones of Robin Run Village officiating.
Shirley’s family sincerely thanks the wonderful staff at Robin Run Village Health Care Center and the nurses at St. Vincent Hospital for their exceptional care.
Flowers and cards may be sent to Indiana Funeral Care, Harry W. Moore Chapel located at 8151 Allisonville Rd. Indianapolis, In. 46250. In lieu of flowers, Shirley asked for donations to the Minooka United Methodist Church, “Ridge Road Development Memorial Fund”.
Family and friends are also invited for a brief grave site memorial at Woodlawn Memorial Park located at 23060 W Jefferson St. Joliet, Illinois 60431 on July 10, 2019 at 10:00 am.
Janet Mason says
Aunt Shirley you will certainly be missed by Alvin and myself….you were such great joy to be around! You are now gone, but will never be forgotten! With all of our love, go and RIP, we know you are united with all of your loved ones that went before you, but we are sure that you are rejoicing being back in your true loves (Uncle Ray) arms! Family it goes without saying but, we are always here for you! Hugs to all!
William Mason Sr. says
You and uncle Raymond will be missed go and rest in peace with the rest of a wonderful family
Kristy Pierce says
Squirrelly was one of a kind! I’ll miss her smile and silly sense of humor. It was always so evident how much she loved her family, especially her grandkids. My deepest sympathy to all who loved her.
Megan Lennon says
It was so nice to know you Shirley! We were Birthday Buddies & fellow basketball fans for a time. I loved your quick wit & sense of humor. I admired your perseverance and creativity. May you rest In peace my friend. My heartfelt condolences to your family ♥️
Bette Thomas says
Shirley, I have so many memories, Going way back , I will miss getting your so special greeting cards. Even the envelope was special, Yo & Ray are together again. Maybe you were ready but we weren’t. Be at peace. Love you
Brittany says
Dear Mason family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my sincere sympathies. The death of a loved one is such a challenging time for the entire family. I hope that you can find some comfort in God’s Word the Bible. Acts 24:15 says, “I have hope toward God…that there is going to be a resurrection…” Here the Bible is assuring us that in the near future we have the hope of being reunited with our loved ones we have lost. May this promise be a comfort to you during this difficult time.❤
Janet Naliborski says
Aunt Shirley you will be missed. Rest in peace. Sending our prayers and love to the family.