Fred Mason

MASON, Frederick James - (Retired York Regional Police; POW Hong Kong; Member of the Sutton Legion Branch 356) On December 22, 2008 in his 89th year, at Southlake Regional Health Centre. Predeceased by his wife Irene (Smith) of 64 years. Loving father of Elaine and son-in-law Gerald Geniole and Norman and daughter- in-law Norma; grandfather to Keith Geniole (Sharon); Kristine (James Reynolds); CarrieAnne and the late Jody. Great-grandfather to Jack and Sam. Special uncle to Sylvia Mason. Fred will be fondly remembered by nieces and nephews and his many friends, veteran family, and card players. Fred's life was of service to this country. After enduring 4 years of captivity in Japan during WWII, he came home to join the Toronto Police Force. He became Chief in Southampton and Whitchurh- Stouffville and retired from York Regional Police.

Visitation from M.W. Becker Funeral Home, 490 The Queensway South, Keswick 18888844486, on Saturday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at the Keswick United Church, 177 Church Street, Keswick on Sunday, December 28, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. Cremation to follow. Donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. www.mwbeckerfuneralhome.com