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Lowell Mason-- The Early YearsLowell Mason was born on August 14, 1937 in Knoxville, Tennessee. His father was Lewis Mason, who would graduate from Johnson Bible College and become a preacher. His mother was Delia, who also attended Johnson Bible College and would become a Music Teacher, as well as a pianist. Lowell was born with Achonroplasia (congenital dwarfism). He would only reach 46" tall.
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Early Childhood |
In 1942, Lewis (Lowell's dad), took a position as the Preaching Minister at the Pine Run Church of Christ, in Clio, Michigan. Lowell moved here at the age of 4. Lowell would attend the local elementary school where he would form friendships that would last decades. Some of these friends attended the church where his dad preached. His dad would also run a Cleaners in the area.
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Growing Up |
Lowell would have fun with his friends and found that there were times when his size was an advantage. He could hide in other places, and get his hand in spots, that his friends couldn't. He was a member of the choir at school and was popular with his peers. even being hoisted an passed above their heads at football games (as told by a student from a rival school!). He would graduate from Clio High School with his friends and move on; yet never forgetting where he came from.
Lewis Mason (Lowell's dad), went to be with the Lord in 1972 and three years later was followed by Delia (Lowell's mom). |