Howard Eugene Mason passed away in McKinney, TX on December 10, 2015. He was born April 3, 1928 to Howard and Eathel Mason. Mr. Mason was a World War II Navy Veteran, a world traveler, loved nature and the mountains, and he especially loved feeding the ducks at the Grand Texan. He is preceded in death by his parents; the mother of his daughters, Patsy L. Mason; step son, Jeffrey Verman; and Suzette, Chou Chou and Boomer. Howard is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Beverly Mason; daughters, Tamara L. Littman of Ravensdale, WA and Jenifer L. Mason of Plano, TX; step son, Bradley (Kimberly) Verman of Deland, FL; brother, Michael (Donna) Mason of Jackson, MI; grandchildren, Christopher (Sara Ann) Littman, Aubrey (Wyatt) Straw, Lennon Verman and Avery Verman; great grandchildren, Bethany Paige Littman, Kye Braddick Straw, Edyn Reign Straw, Gabriel Brock and Avery Victoria Littman; and numerous extended family and friends. Private graveside service will be held in Florida at a later date. In lieu of flowers, Howard asks that you do not cast your vote for Hillary Rodham Clinton in the upcoming election.