(MSC News)--Flags are to be lowered to half-staff immediately across Kansas, following an executive order by Governor Laura Kelly, who says flags will remain in that formation until sundown on the day of interment for a former state representative who died unexpectedly.
A release from Kelly's office says the flags are flown in honor of Les Mason, 10-year Representative of Kansas House District 73, and House Assistant Majority Leader, who died unexpectedly following his hospitalization late last week for what Ad Astra Radio reports was due to a brain aneurysm. The McPherson Republican, who the Kansas Reflector reports had intended to seek reelection this year, later died.
Kelly, in the release, calls Mason "a devoted public servant" who "represented his constituents and the McPherson community with honor."
This flag order will be updated when the date of Mason's interment is determined.
U.S. Senator Jerry Moran, Tuesday morning, released the following statement on the passing Mason, with the KS Republican saying, “Les was a businessman, volunteer, leader and friend. He was a strong advocate for central Kansas and was committed to helping his community and state succeed by serving in the Kansas State Legislature and local organizations. Through his entrepreneurial spirit and willingness to serve others, Les created job opportunities and contributed to the success of McPherson. He was loved by many and will be missed.
“Robba and I are saddened by the news of his passing and are praying for his wife, Victoria, his three children and the entire Mason family.”
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