[Chuck Norton]

John Mason was a Stock/Super Stock drag racer in the truest sense of the word. He competed neither for money nor ego but for the love of the sport. He seemed to enjoy every aspect of every day at the track. He was the kind of guy who put on no airs and offered no excuses. This moment brings to mind a phrase that, to me, epitomizes John's style: "Put on your helmet and get in the car, let's race!"

Going to the races these days is reminscent of going to a class reunion. No matter who shows up, we count on there being enough familiar faces to make that event memorable and worth the effort. John's passing will create a void that will affect us all. We have lost a valued friend and a tough opponent.