Roger Duane Mason

Roger Duane Mason (78) passed away on March 16, 2024,in Des Moines, Iowa. A public visitation will be held on Friday, March 22, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory (8201 Hickman Rd. Urbandale, Iowa, 50322). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory.

Roger Mason was born to Floyd and Joy (Baker) Mason on December 23, 1945, in Centerville, Iowa. He was raised and educated in the area and graduated with the class of 1963 with honors, alongside the love of his life, Sherry Gail Stevens. Roger would go on to continue his education Simpson College, where he would receive his bachelor's degree in business. Following graduation, Roger started work with Bankers Trust and then went to form many of his own Businesses.

On July 23rd, 1966, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Roger and Sherry were united in marriage. Together the two would settle in Des Moines to raise their family; Michael being born in Des Moines and Kristina being born in Martin, South Dakota.

Roger spent his free time in his younger days riding horses, taking vacations to Disneyland and many other places with his beautiful bride, kids, and grandkids. He loved Watching NASCAR, playing his guitar and writing songs. The vacation that meant the most to Roger and Sherry was their 25th wedding anniversary.

Roger is preceded in death by his parents, Floyd and Joy Mason; and brother Ronald.

Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife, Sherry Mason; children, Michael and Kristina; grandchildren, Ashton (Kasey) Mason, CeLena (Tony) Mason and Dawson as well as one great-grandchild, Elianna.

Memorial contributions can be made to https://gofund.me/c308de72 to help Sherry and the family.