25/04/2026
It is not surprising that there was a wonderful turnout for the Thanksgiving Service to mark the life of Tom Mason. He was such a great character of the Coquet Valley and a true kind gentleman, one who will never be forgotten. His lovely wife Hazel, son Richard and daughters Janet, Nicola, Rosie and Louisa gave such heartfelt readings and read out their poems. They will miss him terribly. Andrew Charleton also gave a wonderful and funny speech which summed up Tom perfectly. Tom loved the Rothbury Pipe Band and they played at the end of the service. And, of course, his digger was there.
RIP lovely Tom.