SPENCER- John P. Mason, 44, passed into the night on September 10,2017 after a brief courageous battle with cancer. "Johnny May" was born on October 31,1972 the son of Mary D. (Chakuas) Mason of Spencer and the late Everett "Bill" Mason. He leaves his step mother Sherrill "Sher" Morse of Spencer; a son Brandon A. Mason and Brandon's mother Melissa Chicoine both of Warren; a brother James A. Mason of North Carolina; a sister Billy-Jo Mason of Webster; aunts,uncles,cousins, nieces & nephews. He also leaves his beloved girlfriend, nurturer and caregiver Celeste Nichols with whom he lived. God Bless You Celeste. John will be missed by his close friends Lance & Robin, Tony and Brian who helped him immensely thru his battle. John lived life to the fullest and was a happy go lucky friend to all. He was the manager at Redi-Lube until he had to face another battle with CMT, a form of muscular dystrophy , which he fought with a passion never letting it hold him back. He loved nature and the outdoors. He was an avid fisherman, snowmobiler and enjoyed riding his motorcycle. He also loved music and was a devote fan of the Grateful Dead and Bob Marley. He will be missed dearly by all who knew him. A celebration of Life will be held on September 23,2017 1PM -closing at Time Out in North Brookfield. John would rather have a good party than a funeral any day. In lieu flowers donations will be accepted at Time out to assist his family and son. Burial will be private in Worcester County Memorial Park in Paxton. Pillsbury Funeral Home 163 Main St. Spencer is directing arrangements.