Dwight Mason was born in Giles County, Tennessee, on Sunday, June 28, 1959, to Arvie Mason Jr. and Bessie Maude Howard-Mason. On Sunday, October 18th, 2026, he passed away at the age of 67 surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by both parents and his older brother, Early. Dwight leaves behind a lifetime of cherished memories, support, and love.
Dwight was a true pioneer in his community, becoming the first person of color to attend the Campbellsville school system’s Head Start program. He overcame many challenges with resilience, beginning at a very young age. He completed his education in the Giles County school system, graduating from Giles County High School in 1979 as a standout in both football and track & field, earning numerous team and personal records and accolades. Soon after high school, Dwight began a dedicated career with the Giles County Water & Sewer Department, working there for nearly 40 years. Upon retiring, he was honored with a plaque from the city, which remains proudly displayed in Giles County City Hall to this day.
Dwight was a social butterfly who enjoyed life. He was a fiercely faithful friend. He had a deep passion for blues music, dancing, and playing basketball at the local recreation center. A man of strong faith, Dwight was a proud member of Greater Faith Worship Center under the leadership of Pastor Charles E. McElroy Sr., having first been baptized at a young age at Old Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church. He later rededicated his life in his adult years, finding deep comfort in singing hymns and praying even from his hospital bed.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2026 from 11:00am to 11:30am at Greater Faith Worship Center in Pulaski, TN.
A memorial service will follow at 11:30am on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 11:30am at Greater Faith Worship Center in Pulaski, TN.
Dwight leaves behind to cherish his memory, his devoted wife, Daphne Meador-Mason, and his three children: Deanna, Dwight Jr. (Cheyenne), and Dana. He is survived by one granddaughter, McKenna; his siblings, Will Allen (Marie), Robert (Bernice), Beatrice, Mildred, Roetta Bridges, Jane, Ruthie, Evelyn Angus (Dwayne), and Andrew “Jack” Jackson (Renee); as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family members. His laughter, joy, and presence will be deeply missed, and his memory will forever be treasured as a blessing to all whose lives he touched.
