John P. Mason, age 82, lifelong resident of Defiance, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 1, 2024 in Cincinnati, Ohio with his family by his side.

He was born on July 15, 1941 to the late William and Mary (Hay) Mason in Defiance, Ohio. On September 29, 1962 he married Saundra Niec, who preceded him in death. John was a member of St. John Catholic Church. He worked at General Motors. After retiring, he worked as an electrician in South Carolina with his son, William. He enjoyed reading, traveling to Myrtle Beach during the winter month, and spending time with family. He treasured his time with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

John will be greatly missed by his children: Delsa Fisher of Cincinnati, OH, William Mason of Lyman, SC and Sarah (Brian) Barratt of Midland, MI, seven grandchildren: Payne (Lauren) Fisher, Bryce Fisher, Cole Mason, Joshua (Shelbie) Barratt, Jessica Barratt, Caleb Barratt, and Ethan Barratt, three great-grandchildren: Bailey Fisher, Michael Barratt and Mason Barratt, his brother, Jim (Betty) Mason of Athens, OH and sister Julie Butler of Columbus, OH.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 60 years, his parents and his son, John Mason II.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, June 7, 2024 at St. John Catholic Church in Defiance, with Fr. Jason D'Souza officiating. Burial will follow the service at Riverside Cemetery.

Schaffer Funeral Home was honored to assist the family with arrangements.

Memorials are suggested to CHP Defiance Hospice Center.

CHP Defiance Area Hospice Inpatient Center
6825 St Rt 66, Defiance, OH 43512,
Tel: 419-782-4131