Mason Andres, age 91, passed away peacefully at his residence on March 18, 2026.
Born on July 14, 1934, in McAlester, Okla., Mason was the son of Chester and Polly Andres. He graduated from Nashville High School, where he played as a running back for the Scrappers, a team he continued to support with pride throughout his life.
Following high school, Mason attended the United States Naval Academy before completing his education at the University of Arkansas, where he graduated with honors. A lifelong Razorback fan, he remained deeply connected to his alma mater.
Mason built a respected career in accounting as the owner of Thomas and Thomas Certified Public Accountants. His professional excellence was recognized through his service as member of the AICPA Board of Directors, as well as his role as Chairman of the Private Company Practice Executive Committee. A longtime leader within the AICPA, he contributed to numerous committees in the Private Company Practice Section, helping provide valuable guidance and resources to CPA firms across the country. Mason was a lifetime member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Texas Society of CPAs, and the Arkansas Society of CPAs. He was also a longstanding board member of First Federal Bank Texarkana.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Mason was actively involved in civic and social organizations. He served as President of the Texarkana Country Club and was a dedicated member of both the Jaycees and the Rotary Club. He found great enjoyment in golf, tennis, and running.
A man of strong faith, Mason was a devoted Christian and attended Walnut Church of Christ.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and two wives, Virginia Ann Andres and Evelyn Townsend Andres.
He is survived by: his children, Lynn Andres Sullivan and husband Michael of Little Rock, Ark., Jay Barrett Andres and wife Laurie of Dallas, Texas; grandchildren, Barrett Andres, Alexandria Sullivan, Ryann Nava, Rachel Sullivan, Brittan Bitar, Devan Young; great-grandchildren, Callen Bitar, Luca Nava, and Reese Bitar; sister, Paula Mitchell. Mason was also blessed with Evelyn’s children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, Allen Mark Townsend (Jennifer) of Texarkana; Lisa Wright (Edward) of Little Rock, Ark.; and Kristi Floyd (Walter) of Ft. Worth, Texas; grandchildren, A. J. Townsend, JuliAnna Townsend, Katherine Woodson, Ellen Woodson, Walker Floyd (Brittany), and Luke Floyd; two great-granddaughter namesakes, Evelyn Margret Naumann and Lilly Ruth Townsend; along with a host of other relatives and friends.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. at Walnut Church of Christ with Pastor Patrick Cannon officiating. A time of visitation will be held one hour prior, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. A reception will follow the service at the Texarkana Country Club, with a private family burial to follow.
