John L. Mason

John L. Mason age 78 of Ensley Township, Sand Lake went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, November 20, 2020. John was born March 9, 1942 in Walker, MI the son of Orval and Ethel (Mapes) Mason. He served in the U.S. Navy and retired from Steelcase. John was an amateur and professional boxer and went on to coach amateur boxing for 40 years. He impacted hundreds of lives as a coach. He was true American Patriot and also enjoyed hobby farming. His faith in God and trusting Jesus Christ as his Savior was very important to him. Surviving are his wife, Carolyn; children, John (Shelly) Mason, Ron (Elizabeth) Mason, Brian (Lisa) Mason, Angela (Barry) Remlinger, Jennifer (Todd) Magoon; 17 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two sisters and one brother. The family will greet friends Tuesday from 12:00 – 1:00 pm at the Bliss-Witters & Pike Funeral Home, Cedar Springs. A private family funeral will follow the visitation. Pastor Arthur Barton from Harvest Baptist Church, Grant will officiate. Interment North Ensley Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Harvest Baptist Church.