Claudine Maurita Peace Mason

Claudine Maurita Peace Mason, born on October 19, 1934, in Barbados, West Indies, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2024, at the age of 90 years old, surrounded by her loving family. Claudine was the daughter of Vera Aileen Atkins and Julius Atkins, growing up in Christ Church, Barbados, where she attended the esteemed Foundation School. With a strong ambition and a nurturing heart, she immigrated to Toronto, Canada, in 1960 to pursue a career in nursing. After completing her studies, Claudine joined her family in Brooklyn, New York, where she continued her professional journey while embracing her role as a beloved daughter, and sister. In 1962, Claudine married William Lloyd Peace, and together they raised two daughters, Cicely Peace-Edouard and Sharon M. Peace, Esq. She was a devoted and loving mother, instilling in her children the values of resilience, kindness, and the importance of family. Later in life, Claudine was reunited with her childhood sweetheart, Alfred Mason. Their union was a testament to enduring love and shared history, bringing joy and companionship to her later years. Claudine was a woman of great faith, compassion, and strength. She dedicated her life to serving others, both through her career as a nurse and her involvement in her church and community. She had a passion for cooking, gardening, and she found immense joy in creating warm and welcoming spaces for her loved ones. Claudine is survived by her daughters, Cicely Peace-Edouard and Harold Edouard, son-in-law, and Sharon M. Peace, Esq.; her grandchildren, Khai A. Edouard and Nandi A. Edouard; her sibling, Michael Atkins and a host of nieces, cousins, and dear friends. She is predeceased by Vera A. Atkins, mother, and June P. Atkins, sister. A funeral service will follow at Southern Cremations & Funerals and interment will take place at Cheatham Hill Memorial Park. Claudine’s grace, love, and unwavering spirit will live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered. Due to weather, services for Mrs. Claudine Peace Mason have been rescheduled for Saturday, January 25, 2025. Service times, dates and location are below. Thank you!