Obituary
Harold L. Mason, 88, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2024. Father of William, Robert and Richard (Diana); cherished “Grandpa Mason” of Samantha (fiancé Jordan Angel), Jordyn (significant other Elijah Zack), Arin (Stephen) Clifford and Allen Mason; much loved brother of Leonard (Phyllis), Lee Daskal and the late Wallace (the late Ruth); dear uncle, great uncle and friend. Preceded in death by his parents Percy and Pauline. Harold was a graduate of the University of Illinois Chicago School of Pharmacy, class of 1958. With a lifelong passion for knowledge, particularly the subject of Chemistry, Harold was a dedicated Pharmacist and Drug Store Manager for over 40 years in Illinois and New Jersey. Harold was an elegant gentleman with a great affinity for the arts. Harold was an expert on Broadway musicals and show tunes and enjoyed playing classical songs on his piano. Donations in his honor may be made to the Lyric Opera of Chicago,www.lyricopera.org/donate. Interment Shalom Memorial Park. Chapel service, Monday, November 18, 2024; 2:30 PM at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. For the link to view the service and to leave condolences: www.shalommemorial.org or (847) 255-3520.