Christine A. Mason, 68, a resident of Webb St. in Bennington died Thursday January 30, 2020 at the Center for Living and Rehabilitation in Bennington following a very long arduous journey with multiple illnesses.
She was born in Bennington, Vermont March 12, 1951. She was the daughter of the late Clifton Tyrell and Lucene (Shearer) Peirce. Christine received her education in Bennington and was a 1970 graduate of Mount Anthony Union High School. She attended St. Joseph's College and Community College of VT.
Christine had been employed at Cumberland Farms, Dunkin Donuts and had also worked with her brother James Peirce at Gimme Pizza in North Bennington. She also provided Early Care and Education with her sister Cynthia Thomayer in East Arlington. Prior to her retirement, she worked at Price Chopper in Bennington as a Super Sampler for 12 years.
She was a member of Saint Peters Episcopal Church in Bennington. Christine enjoyed dancing, playing computer games, art, reading, going to the ocean and lighthouses. As a child she appeared in the Freddie Friehoffer Show. Her family, grandchildren and friends were her love in life.
Survivors include her children, Amanda Mason, Katie Mason, Dwight Mason Jr. and Joshua Mason all of Bennington. Six grandchildren, Grace, Isabelle, Amelia, Amina, Cora and Emmelynn. A sister Cynthia Thomayer (Henry) along with several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was pre-deceased by a grandson, Dylan and a brother James Peirce.
Her big brown eyes, contagious smile, and big heart will be missed.
Friends may call at the Mahar and Son Funeral Home on Monday February 3, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
A memorial service will be held on Monday at 7:00 p.m.
The graveside service will be held at the family lot at Park Lawn Cemetery on Tuesday February 4, at 2:00 p.m.
If friends desire contributions in memory of Christine A. Mason may be made to either the Lupus Foundation or Saint Peters Episcopal Church in Bennington through the office of the Mahar and Son Funeral Home 628 Main St. Bennington, VT 05201. Guestbook condolences may be made at www.maharandsonfuneralhome.net