Thelma L. Mason

Thelma Lanphere Mason, 92, of Newfane, VT., passed away on May 2, 2024. Thelma was born on January 1^st, 1932 to the late Earl and Evelyn (Moody) Lanphere. Thelma graduated from Lamoille Central Academy in 1952. She then attended the Fredico Beauty Institute in Sacramento CA. Thelma married the love of her life, the late Bruce Mason, on October 17^th, 1952 in Pheonix, AZ. Thelma worked at JC Penny’s for over twenty years. When not working, Thelma enjoyed knitting, crocheting and puzzles. She also enjoyed traveling. Thelma was a faithful congregant of Cavalry Chapel Church.
 
In addition to her husband and parents, Thelma was predeceased by her older sister Eleanor Mauthe.

Thelma is survived and will be missed by her two sons Paul and Scott Mason, her grandson Dominick, her sister Linda and her husband Peter and many nieces and nephews. 

Calling hours for Thelma will be held on Friday, May 17^th from 5 to 7 pm, at the Cremation Society of New Hampshire, 57 High Street, Brattleboro, VT 05301. A burial will take place at Jebediah Hyde Cemetery, in Hyde Park, VT, later this spring. The Cremation Society of New Hampshire has been entrusted with arrangements. To view an online tribute, leave a message of condolence or for more information please visit www.csnh.com.