John-Alexander Mason Obituary

John-Alex Mason, Colorado Springs native, died on Wednesday, October 19, 2011. He was 35 years old. John-Alex was an artist at heart. Preschool days at Ruth Washburn, school years at the Colorado Springs School, Middlebury College, all stimulated his young mind and nurtured his innate curiosity and exuberance for life. He was an inspired musician and a natural educator, and he was cherished by so many. John-Alex loved life. He loved freshly baked bread, big ocean waves, fresh snow, corny jokes, early morning, the Bones Brigade, Neil Young, Thomas Merton, and scrambling through scrub oak. He was playful and kind, generous with his time and energy, so intelligent and thoughtful, dedicated to his disciplines and his friends, in love with his family. He was an extraordinary man, an adoring husband, an incredible father, a loving son and brother, the perfect playmate uncle, a faithful friend. He was a deeply spiritual person who sought and found God in People and Nature and Music. He believed in the power of individuals within community. He believed in the power of creativity. He was a treasure, authentic in his relationships and devoted to his unique sense of purpose. His thirty-five years were blessed! He lived them fully, one day at a time, with love and laughter. We will miss him every moment of every day. All is well, Johnny, all is well. Services are private. In the coming months, there will be a community musical celebration. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in John-Alex's memory to KRCC, 912 N. Weber Street, Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, or to the CSS John-Alex Mason Scholarship Fund, c/o the Colorado Springs School, 21 Broadmoor Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80906.

Published by The Gazette on Nov. 6, 2011.
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Shake 'em on down John Alex.

david shortt

Friend

March 29, 2021

A whole hearted thank you to Daddy, for our good times together.

Your Daughter

January 12, 2018

Daddy, I sure wish you were still here.

RAM

January 11, 2018

Daddy, I miss you.

RAM

January 10, 2018

Roseanne..I came across this memorial page for John Alex when I was sharing his music with someone on youtube. I had learned of his passing shortly after it occurred and I know some years have passed but I wanted to say I am so very sorry for your and your families loss. I think of you often and hope you are well.

Christina (Borra) Williams

July 22, 2017

Remembering John-Alex and his Family....

Arthur Asbury

October 20, 2015

A truly special person is gone from his family, friends and admirers. Bless his family with strong comfort. I saw him perform for the first time at George Fox College(Oregon) and the setting created a magical evening hearing the gift of his voice and talent. Thoughts of this evening will not be forgotten with John-Alex.

June 28, 2013

Some of my fondest days were spending each and every day with John playing in the sand box as little kids. John reached out to me a few years back and was so great to hear all that he had accomplished. To the entire Mason family my thoughts will always be with you. John was a truly amazing friend and person.

Jeff Bennett

November 19, 2011

We miss you, down-home boy.
A wonderful human being and a great talent.

When you were born you cried and the world rejoiced.
Live your life in a manner that when you die, the world cries and you rejoice. -Native American Proverb

And you did do that John.

Your fans in Oregon and Colorado.

November 10, 2011

To the family,
I weep for your sudden and devastating loss. John-Alex lived more life in his 35 years than most people do in double the lifetime, but it is still unfair that he was taken away too soon. He gave his fans tremendous joy by sharing his musical gifts. He leaves a legacy for his family, friends and Colorado Springs and his spirit lives on. We are grateful for that but it does not lessen our great sadness. May you find some comfort in the belief that there is a heaven and he is there sending his love to you and receiving yours in return.

a music fan, Lee

November 10, 2011

Charlotte and family! I am so very sorry for your loss, I have thought of you many times over the past few weeks! Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers!
Laurie from Dr Anderson's office

November 9, 2011

God bless Charlotte.

Cindy A

November 8, 2011

This is such a huge loss to the blues world. I couldn't count how many times I had the pleasure of catching performances here, in Telluride, in Clarksdale, Helena. Such a wickedly talented yet gentle, sweet and sincere soul. Rest well my friend.
My heartfelt condolences to your family. Godspeed.

Chris

November 7, 2011

I first saw John with his parents at a little place in downtown Colorado Springs. He was an inspiration that night and the passion in his eyes was easy to see. His mother and father beamed with love and pride for their son. May God hold you in the palm of his John and may you jam in heaven!

Kolleen Johnson

November 7, 2011

Not sure where we first saw John Alex but more than likely it was at Jimbo's Take 2. I remember he played there the day after his daughter was born. He will be missed. What I really loved was when he took a group of teenagers to meet the old blues artists in the south to educate them about the blues. My heartfelt sympathy to all of John Alex's family.

Margo

November 7, 2011

The first time I saw John Alex was at Hillside Gardens on a summer eve. I was so captivated by his presence and spellbound by his performance. All I could do was smile and laugh during the entire evening. He forever will be amazing.
Cindy

November 6, 2011

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