Betty Jean Mason
June 19, 2019
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Betty Jean Mason
West Des Moines, IA formerly of Fort Madison
Betty Jean Mason, 87, passed away June 19, 2019. Betty was born August 30, 1931 to William and Maude Johnson in Burlington, IA.
She married Kenneth Mason on February 19, 1949 and the couple raised four daughters. Betty volunteered for several community organizations including Member of the Kings Daughter’s and Welcome Wagon to name a few. She enjoyed playing bingo and bridge with her friends, and was an avid reader. She had an interest in politics and in 1980, was a delegate for the Iowa Democratic Convention.
Survivors include her daughters, Cristine McDonnell, Sandy (John) Owen, Dianne (Scott) Pickford, and Paula (George) Davey; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Betty was preceded in death by her husband, parents, four brothers, one sister and two grandchildren.
A graveside service at Aspen Grove Cemetery in Burlington will be held on July 6, 2019 at 11:00 am.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Steve Mason
07/01/2019
Cousins, Im so sorry to hear the news of your mom. I remember at family gatherings aunt Betty always seemed to have a smile, a great sense of humor, never taking herself too seriously. Sorry again for your loss.
Steve
Kelly Beckert
06/29/2019
So many good memories with all the Masons, we grew up together. Love all in the family . Maybe Betty and my MOM Sara will get together and visit like in the old days . Thoughts and prayers are with you all . Kelly
Daniel and Kathy Judy
06/27/2019
We were so sorry to hear of Betty's passing.We hope the love of family and friends will comfort and strengthen you all in the days ahead.
Kelley McDonnell Fiore
06/26/2019
Grandma Betty was such a special person and will be missed, dearly! Hope she's in a better place winning lots of BINGO games with grandpa, Kenny! XOXO
Eb & Donna Neff
06/26/2019
Our condolences to all the girls and their families. We were close friends with Betty and Kenny as Kenny and I worked many years together at Sheaffers.We enjoyed many good times with them years ago. So sorry to hear this.