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Douglas Mason, ’69 DVM, Chippewa Falls, Wis., died on May 9 at age 75. Mason entered private practice following his graduation from veterinary school but went on to spend most of his veterinary career working for the USDA as an inspector for meat processing plants. Additionally, he served in the U.S. Army and the Wisconsin Army National Guard, retiring with a rank of colonel. Mason is survived by his wife, Cheryl; three children; nine grandchildren; two brothers; and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives.