Viola was preceded in death by her husband, Drayton Mason; son, Richard Mason, and daughter, Theresa Mason.
She is survived by her daughters, Bonnie Wright and husband, Bobby and Telesha Mason; sister, Merle Revia; grandchildren, Tammy, Brandy, Tara, Shane, Emery Jr. and numerous great grandchildren.
Visitation will take place Thursday, February 17, 2011, from 5:00 p.m., until 8:00 p.m., at Forest Lawn Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Friday, February 18, 2011, at 11:00 a.m., in the Forest Lawn Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
Those unable to attend may sign the "Guest Book" at: www.forestlawnmpfh.com.