Russel Edwin Mason

Russel Edwin Mason, 80, of Logan, passed away Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at his residence. He was born March 18, 1931 in Logan, son of the late Casal R. and Ina M. Dicken Mason. Russel was married for 59 years to Leona Mock Mason, who survives.

He owned and operated Mason Excavating, was an Army Veteran of the Korean Conflict and graduated from Logan High School in 1949.

Russel is survived by a son, Larry Dean Mason of Logan; a daughter, Diane Marie Mason of Florence, Kentucky; grandchildren, Ashley E. Mason of Lewis Center and Jesi L. Mason of Logan; a daughter-in-law, Cindy R. Mason of Pataskala and a brother, James Mason.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Donald E. Mason.

Graveside services will be held 10 A.M., Saturday, May 21, 2011 in Knollwood Cemetery, Logan, with Edwin Johnson officiating. No calling hours will be observed. Arrangements are by Cardaras Funeral Home, 183 E. Second St., Logan.

Please sign his online guestbook at www.cardaras.com