Dale E. Mason, 82, of Dennison, IL passed away 3:15 AM Friday, Jan. 25, 2019 in the Burnsides Community Care Center at Marshall, IL. He had been employed by CSX Railroad for 30 years and later worked for Indiana Railroad for an additional 12 years. Following working for the railways he was employed by the Clark-Edgar Water District. Dale was born in rural Edgar Co., IL on Nov. 29, 1936, the son of Elmer and Grace Taylor Mason. He married Janet Sue Myers on June 26, 1954. Surviving are his wife, Janet Sue; children, Terry (Cindy) Mason, Steve Mason, Dennis (Carla) Mason, Vera (Robert) Hackney, Debbie (Roger) Edwards, Brian (Connie) Mason and Brad Mason all of Marshall, IL; a sister, Susie Parsons of Marshall, IL: 29 grandchildren, 43 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. He was preceded in death by siblings, Dean Mason, Eleanor Wilt, Frances Tharp and Pauline Fisher. He was always known for his work ethic and his kindness he extended to others and was a wonderful provider for his family. He enjoyed collecting items pertaining to the railroad, collecting coins and especially Bicentenial Quarters. Services in honor of his life will be 2:00 PM Tuesday at Pearce Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Marshall Cemetery. Visitation will be after 12 Noon on Tuesday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Marshall Cemetery Association. Online condolences are being accepted at pearcefuneralservices.com.