Terry Lawrence Mason

Terry Lawrence Mason, 73, passed away October 14th. Terry was born and raised in Vermont, a farm grown country boy with a love for real maple syrup and country music. Terry served his country in the United States Army for 15 years, deploying to the Vietnam and Korean theatres where he earned an Army Commendation Medal, Airborne Wings, and Air Assault Badge. He served as an Arctic Paratrooper in the 172nd Brigade, and an Air Assault Infantryman in the 101st Airborne Division. Following an honorable discharge, he worked for the Alaska Department of Corrections for over 20 years.

Throughout his life, Terry was the hardest worker and kindest man around. He always offered a helping hand to strangers and friends alike. If anyone was ever in a tough situation, he was always the go to guy to help them out. An outdoor enthusiast, Terry loved fishing and hunting, and in his spare time he would sight in his rifles and reload his ammunition. He also was the ultimate BBQ host, known for his roasts and potato salad, Terry would invite everyone to his home to enjoy freshly made food, ice cold beers, and always entertaining conversation. Terry was an honest man who made an impact on every person he met.

He is survived by his siblings Rebecca Lemieux (Armand), Virginia Anderson (Roy), Craig Mason (Stephanie), and Edmond Mason (Laurie), his children Adam, Aaron, and Michelle Mason (Jacob Korinko), his grandchildren Theresa, Cherish, Chelsea, Aurora, and Aries Mason, and his dog Whiskey, all whom he went above and beyond for. Terry is also survived by friends and family all over the world, who will honor and cherish his memory in a world that is a lesser place without him.