Obituary of William Robert Mason Jr.

     Mr. William Robert Mason, Jr., 43, of Mayfield, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday March 16, 2021 at St. Mary's  Hospital in Amsterdam. 

     Born on April 6, 1977 a son of Alicia Turo and William Mason Sr.  He was a 1995 graduate of Amsterdam High School.  He enlisted in the US Army and served from 1995 to 1997.   

    He was employed as a quality control inspector at ESPEY in Saratoga Springs, NY. 

    Bill Jr. was a member of the Broadalbin Baptist Church.  He was an avid bowler and was involved in many leagues throughout his lifetime.   He currently was a bowler at Kelly's Imperial Lanes in Amsterdam and recently competed in the Amsterdam USBC City Bowling Championships.   

     William married Karen Palmatier-Mason on  November 20, 1999.  In addition to his loving wife he is survived by his parents, loving mother, Alicia Turo Plummer and step-father, Donald Plummer of Florida. His father, William Mason Sr., of Hagaman, NY.   His beloved children, Kobi Mason of Mayfield, Sydney P. Palmatier of Gloversville, NY and Hailey Mason of Mayfield, NY.  One sister, Regina M. Duma of Amsterdam,   Mother-in- law, Cheryl Palmatier of Hagaman, NY.    Aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.       

       Funeral services and military honors will be private and held at the convenience of the family.  The family will receive relatives and friends on Friday March 26, 2021 from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at the Broadalbin Baptist Church, 40 West Main St., Broadalbin, NY 12025.   Arrangements are under the direction of the Betz, Rossi & Bellinger Family Funeral Home, 171 Guy Park Ave, Amsterdam, NY 12010.  Memorial contributions may be made in William's memory to the Broadalbin Baptist Church, 40 West Main St., Broadalbin, NY 12025.  Due to the Covid 19 pandemic,  please wear a mask and observe social distancing guidelines.