Sharon Kate Mason

Sharon Kate Mason of Columbia Falls passed away Saturday morning, Jan. 15, 2011.

She was born Aug. 17, 1957 in Glendale, Calif. She was the youngest of four children and was raised by loving parents, Howard and Shirley Knickman.

The most important things in her life was her family. She was blessed with a marriage to Paul Mason II, whom she married on Feb. 1, 1986 in Tremonton, Utah. Together they raised their five children, Jesse, Julie, Ryan, Sarah and Paul.

She had a love for animals, spending time with her friends, doing crafts and collecting beautiful knick-knacks. Most of all she dearly loved having her family to spend time with her. Despite various struggles, she was always able to show love and compassion to others.

Sharon is survived by her husband, Paul Mason; her five children, Jesse, Julie, Ryan, Sarah and Paul; three granchildren, Rowan, Auvie and Nicole. She is also survived by her mother, one sister and two brothers.

Memorial services will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 1780 Talbot Road, Columbia Falls at 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 20.