Altavista…….James "Jimmy" Ellis Mason, age 78 of Altavista died Tuesday, September 6, 2016 at Chatham Health and Rehab Center.
Born March 4, 1938 in Campbell County he was a son of the late Eugene Thomas Mason and Hattie Pribble Mason. He was also predeceased by three brothers, Eugene Arthur Mason, Charlie Ray Mason and Roy Lee Mason; and two sisters, Ruby Austin and Margaret McDaniel. Mr. Mason retired from the Lane Company. He enjoyed watching car racing and reading magazines.
He is survived by one sister, Marion Mason Swain of Altavista; and nieces and nephews.
Graveside services will be conducted 11:00 a.m. Friday, September 9, 2016 at Green Lawn Cemetery by Pastor Tim Lane and Clayton Noel.
The family will receive friends at the residence of his nephew, Larry Swain, 3589 Grit Road, Hurt.
Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna is assisting the family. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.colbertmoran.com.