"A Man Called Chris"

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Oct 22, 2007 9:24 PM
Mr. Mason
I hope you are doing well. Not a day goes by that we do not think of you and your wife. I try to come to your site often just to read about Chris and look at the new photos you post. I miss him so much.
I wanted to let you know that our new addition is expected Christmas Day. We are having a boy and his name is Walter Mason Pugh. He will grow up hearing stories of Chris and the Mason family. We will bring him to meet you as soon as possible.
Please let us know how you are doing and keep in touch.
We love and miss you all.
God bless,
The Pughs Oct 22, 2007 5:06 PM
I'm moved to tears, thank you for adding me, and sharing this wonderful human being with me, and with all my friends on my site. Words can't even express how moved I am, that this HERO, has changed our lives forever....I truly will cherish his note, that is beautiful..I'll place it in my bible..
I would like to place Chris on my slides..with his other brothers, that have fallen...to pay tribute to them, where others who serve and have lost a loved one..may sit in honor. Please let me know if that would be ok.
..Take care, your baby boy, was raised to be a HERO...x Oct 22, 2007 2:46 PM
DEAR GARLAND,
I PREACHED ABOUT CHRIS AGAIN IN A CHURCH OF GOD IN CHARLESTON,WVA.IT WENT VERY WELL.THE CONGREGATION WAS A LITTLE OLDER SO I WASN'T SURE HOW IT WOULD GO BUT THERE WASN'T A DRY EYE IN THE CHURCH WHEN I FINISHED.ONE LADY ACTUALLY ASKED FOR A COPY OF MY SERMON.JUST WANTED TO LET YOU KNOW I'M STILL SPREADING THE WORD ABOUT CHRIS.IT'S STILL MY WIFES' FAVORITE SERMON.GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY.
YOUR FRIEND,
REV. THOMPSON BURNSIDE "Your Grandfather ;s would be so proud of you Chris. You are in Heaven with them now and I am sure you and them are having a great time together.You are missed by me and others. thanks for the freedom that you gave to us .".
-MONZAL MASON STIGERS Oct 20, 2007
Hi,
I am not sure who is running this site but I want to send my deepest sympathies to you and your family. My husband was in Alpha Company with Chris and he came over to our apartment a few times to hang out and bbq. He was so funny as I loved his accent. I wish I could say I didnt know how you were feeling and what you were going through but unfortunately my husband was killed in Action in Iraq on September 24th just 4 weeks before all our boys in 1-505 were due home. I will be praying for you and your family and I am hoping the pain is getting easier to handle.
- God Bless.
Colleen Bento wife of Cpl Anthony Bento Oct 18 2007 I will never forget this "man called Chris". When we were young and I was an outcast, he was my friend. As I can see was a precursor to what he would become, a true hero. Without Chris Mason, I would have become everything I dislike,.. prejudice.Like Christ, he was all giving, honorable, and kind. Until we meet again, my good friend! ! - Andy (MySpace) Hey there. Just wanted to drop you guys a line to let you know I have been thinking about you all and continuously praying for Garland. I was driving home this evening and Ed was weighing heavy on my mind (as he had been all day). Today was an unusual day as I just couldn't get him out of my mind. Then I realized why! If my memory serves me correctly, it was exactly one year ago tonight that I last saw him. This was the night I gave him the blue bracelet to wear back to Iraq (the one to remind him that "Someone who works at Atlantic Marine" loved him. When it was time for him to go, he walked to the door we hugged and I said, "bye." He looked at me and said "I don't say bye, I say see ya later." He walked to his truck and came half way back and looked at me and told me how proud he was of me and said, "girl, you know you got it goin' on, don't you? You should be very proud of what you have accomplished, don't ever let anyone tell you any different." I thanked him for his compliment and for being so sweet and told him to call me before he left Mobile. Not knowing that would be the last time I would see him face to face on this earth, I yelled, "I am praying for you and I love you, see you when you get home!" I just want you all to know how very much I miss him! I know you all do, too! I know we will see him again one day at our real home, Heaven! I love you guys! Jenn October 15, 2007 Chris.......I miss you brother and I pray every day that you watch over the boys and families like I know you watch over me. I will never forget you and I am proud to have served with you. I will always carry you in my heart like a brother should. God bless you Chris. Rudy, Oct 15, 2007 Mr. Mason, My husband is a soldier and we had the pleasure of meeting Chris at a friend's wedding in May 2006. Chris was a groomsman and spent the night charming the hearts of all the women in the room. I kept cracking up at this soldier who kept asking all the mommas to dance. There were plenty of young single girls and Chris danced with the moms all night long. I thought to myself, this boy must love his mom because of how he was charming all the older ladies in the room. It was an honor to meet him. I am even more pleased to know we have a shared faith in Christ. He is in the presence of the Holy One and is sure to be in awe of our Glorious King. Blessings. - Kelly Robinson,14 Oct 2007 Chris, No greater sacrifice can a human give. As a Baker alumni, I feel very unfortunate not to have known you during your time on this earth. I sit here at Fort Hood, Tx, waiting for a plane to take me on my second trip to the desert, and my sides shack and eyes water as I read about the awesome impact you made on those who were blessed to know you. When our Lord calls me home, I can only hope I have done his work as it appears you have. - WO1 Jeff Dolan,Army 13 Oct 2007 Chris, thank you for defending our great country...I am the mom of a soldier...I am proud of you...and your life goes on to witness to everyone who passes by........your life is a living testimony.......of the difference Christ can make in a life...In life or in death...VICTORY...your life was lived to the fullest...you completed the race...you received the prize...I love you and look forward one day to that family reunion...Thank you little brother, sincerely the mom of another soldier, Betty Snyder-www.myspace.com/me4jc ,7 Oct 2007 Chris, I come here as often as I can. How do I say thank you? For giving your life for me? The love you showed in life is still here I feel it. Christ soldier now .Some one I never knew, but love.Gave his life for me, for so many. Following Christ example . Champion , soldier, hero.It is as though you are still fighting the fight for us even now . One day in that heavenly place I will be able to say Thank you. And hug you. God bless you Garland and Susie. lOVE lIBBY - Libby | WWW.MYSPACE/lIBBYSME, Sun, 7 Oct 2007 9:11AM Another sky trooper reports... I don't know you or Chris, had some friends in the 82nd long time ago when I first started out in the military. good people... I am deeply sorry for his passing, but I am sure that he's on watch upstairs now doing his best to look after those who are driving on in this madness. I've spent the last hour looking over the page... and I think I've finaly let the walls down and let out alot of emotions from my own personal time in iraq and other places remembering those men i loved and still do love. I wish I could have met chris.. just but what I've read he was one of those special people, I'll get the chance when I make final muster. anyways.. I've rambled enough. Outstanding page for Chris Respectfull and Humble Chris DH RLTW Hi Mr. Mason, I was listening to the radio the other day and heard a song, and it reminded me of Chris. I cried! and always do everytime I hear it. Its the song by Tim Mcgraw called "I'm Already Home"(?) I think thats the title. You may or may not have heard it. At first I hated it because it was sad and made me cry thinking of Chris, but in a way its comforting to listen to it. I truly believe its 'Chris' all the way in that song. I just thought I'd share that. And to let you know, watching the videos and looking at the profile, i find helping the healing process! I wasn't dealing with it very well at first, but its getting better and better each day! I just miss him and still love him very much! as I'm sure you all do as well! Well, God bless and take care! Joshua 1:9 - Tiffany Moore It was indeed an honor to have met the family at the Airborne & Special Operations Museum yesterday, of this fine young man, who so represented our country in such a fine manor, through his devotion in serving it, honoring it & giving his life for it. Thanks for sharing his web page & I shall share it with those Patriots that I know will appreciate it as well. I shall continue to honor him & those that fought before him & continue to do so, by volunteering at a very special place, a cathedral to so many, the Airborne & Special Operations Museum, THE LEGEND LIVES ON. Cynthia Burnham, Mon, 1 Oct 2007 Chris and i were friends in high school. words can never express my gratitude for the sacrifice he made. I miss you and i pray for your family everyday. see you in heaven buddy - your friend always - katrina willard cooley, Wed, 26 Sep 2007 This man is amazing. he did a fine job for his country and for the people of iraq. a Godly person. it's sad that he was taken, but it was for a greater cause. people have come to know the Lord because of chris. he's a special person. Paratroopers never die, we just slip away. see you on the DZ brother. AA ALL THE WAY!! smiles187 Mr. Garland & Mrs. Suzie, I think of you all everyday, and I miss Chris terribly. I love you dearly, Shana Sep 23 2007 Hey thanks for the add, I believe what he said with my whole being. I think it stems back to all the people that started this country, and what they believed in. Thats God. eldon Sep 23 2007 Chris must have been a remarkable person. Only people with a great understanding of life and the meaning of that life could have uttered those words. I know you treasure your memories. Rest well this evening. I am honored to be apart of your friends. salt Sep 23 2007 I just wanted you to know that I visit this page every day because I am so moved by what you have done for your son. I would feel honored if you could email me the lyrics to the song for Chris. It is a beautiful song. My email address is ******@yahoo.com. Thank you so much for sharing. I would have loved to have known your son. Thank you again. MiMi Sep 23, 2007 CHRIS, I THANK U FOR ALL U DO. AS I READ UR PAGE I CAN TELL U ARE A WONDERFUL PERSON MY PRAYERS ARE WITH U AND UR FAMILY AND FRIENDS shelly Sep 22 2007 7:22P Chris is with me in my heart...I miss him but the memories awlays make me smile. I'm praying for his family and fellow soldiers as well as the rest of us. Thank you Mr. Garland for keeping this sit going. nikki Sep 22 2007 Hello, I just wanted to "introduce" myself! I met Chris back in 1998 when he was traveling with the Barnes' Rodeo Co. I live in PA. and our farm was a stopping place for the stock, so Chris and the other guys would stay at our place for a night or so. They loved coming here and getting a homecooked meal and swimming in our pool! I remember one time, Chris was sick and had a fever, and STILL went swimming.(He was crazy like that). After 1999, he didn't travel back here with the Barnes', and we never saw him since. I didn't find out about Chris' death until March 2007, when a mutual friend, Jesse Knudsen, told me after I asked how Chris' had been doing. I was devastated when I heard the news, wishing that I had tried to keep better contact with him through the years. My sister and Chris had actually gone out a time or two. So we both miss him very much! We went to see the Barnes this past August, and during the Grand Entry of the performance, they did a tribute to Chris. It was beautiful. And I loved watching the videos of Chris that you posted. Well, I just wanted to extend my sympathy and let you know that even way up here in PA. Chris E. Mason was TRULY LOVED and will ALWAYS be remembered! Sep 17, 2007 - Tiffany Moore Although I Never Met You, You've lived within my heart; The moment you chose to take your stand, To make a difference and take part. You put on a uniform You wore it proud and true; The fabric of our Country Wasn't completed without you. You made sure I'd sleep and dream. Under the protection of your hand, With respect, honor and loyalty, While you stood on foreign land. This poem may not be the greatest gift for all you've done, you see; But it's my way of saying "Thank You, Chris, For loving and keeping me free.:::You Will Forever Live In My Heart::: For CPL Chris Mason KIA IRAQ November 28, 2006.. Written By Tammie M. Corbett - September 14, 2007 "Cpl. Chris Mason" - Before you were even a glisten in your mom, or daddy’s eye - God held you tightly in his hands - Beyond the earth, and sky - When God gave you this earth - to grow upon this land - you allowed us to hear our Freedom ring - and United we would stand. - Because of your courage - I have the strength to go on everyday. - To live life to the fullest, and to bow my head to pray. - Before I say goodbye my friend - I just want you to know - That you are missed by everyone, and we still love you so. June 13, 2007 - Ashleigh** To My Dear Friend You Will NEVER Be Forgotten. I met Chris back in 1994 where he was one of my students in the Truck Driving School at Bishop State Community College. Chris was very funny and polite person. You could tell he had a very good up-bringing. Chris was also VERY good behind the wheel of an 18 wheeler. Chris was a NATURAL, and in the end Chris was probably as good with a truck as I am. I watched Chris grow as a Driver and I learned a hell of a lot from him. The way he was with people and how he could make his fellow students laugh and even taught them a thing or too. Chris went to work driving and was great at it. So in 2001 I asked Chris to come back to Bishop State Community College as a teacher in the Truck Driving Program but it was only part time. Chris did and was great at it. Students loved him and the times they spent with him. They still come back and brag about the things Chris taught them and the things that happened while they where in school. Chris asked me how he could become a full time instructor. I told him that he needed to get a degree and he started right away working on that. Going back to school at Bishop State Community College. Chris and I also worked part-time for another trucking company A.S.A.P. Transportation and Horizon Freight services. We teamed loads all over the country together when we had time off from Bishop State Community College. We had a lot of fun together doing this and Chris loved it. Chris told me one day at work that there was something he had to do while he still could. He was getting older and time was running out. Chris loved what he was doing at Bishop State Community College but there was something he had to do. That was Join the Army that’s where his heart was, in the military. He told me that his Father and his brother where both in the Army and he felt a strong need to follow in there foot steps. Chris looked up to his Father and talked about him quiet often even brought me stuff from his Father. I never met the man in person until after Chris passed away. But I felt I new him. Chris’s father would send me stuff that he put together off the internet and CD’s he made. I could tell Chris loved his dad very much.. Brad They say that time makes it easier and the coping gets better, but honestly I don't see it happening any time soon. I miss you more and more each day. I know you're with me everywhere I go and I know you see the good moments. I know you'll be there in spirit on May 3rd when I get married. A candle will be lit in honor and memory of you. You are the best friend anyone could have and that's why you are loved so very much. - Jennifer Farmer, Mon, 10 Sep 2007 I didn't even know Chris, but Thank You for fighting for us. You were a true soldier. I will praying for the family and friends and fellow soldiers still fighting the war. THANK YOU Chris...for fighting for our freedom. - Denise Dunn, Sun, 2 Sep 2007 It's tough praying for our enemies, Lord. What would you have us do with people who would rather cut off our children's heads than suffer our liberty of conscience? - Earl Joseph Testy www.spaces.live.msn.com/testymoni, Wed, 15 Aug 2007 Thank you, Chris. - Homer Wentz Jr., Sat, 11 Aug 2007 My heart can only express my feelings toward your family. My mind cannot convey to my fingers the words to say. I have three sons and a daughter who i pray show the courage your son beheld. My families prayers are with you and we send our love. Remember dear Mason family. "Be not weary in well doing for in due season you shall reap if ye faint not." I look forward to meeting your son Chris one day. God bless and keep you and comfort you. love barry & Family - Barry Honeycutt, Wed, 18 Jul 2007 Memorial Day and the 4th of July have a new meaning for me this year. Thank you for fighting for our freedom, Ed. I miss you and love you always. Jenny - jenny, Thu, 5 Jul 2007 I never met Chris but I am touched and moved by his words and his faith. I thank god for placing him here. I thank his family for raising him to be such an outstanding man. I will stay in the fight for as long as needed to help make his vison for Iraq true. I only hope to live up to the standard he set for us as paratroopers. God bless you Chris and god bless America! STRIKE HOLD! - SSG Seanessey O'Dowd, Fri, 29 Jun 2007 Today is the day that we all celebrate the day our Lord and Savior brought you into this world. Today is a day filled with wonderful memories, filled with tears of joy because you are in heaven and filled with tears of sadness because we all miss you so much. You made my world a brighter and more positive place. You have made an indescribable impact on my life and for that I thank you and celebrate you on this day - the day you were born.
Happy Birthday to my Handsome Cowboy, my Favorite Clown, my Hero and my Angel!
I'll see you at the Gates! Love ~ Your Boo Boo - Jennifer Farmer, Wed, 13 Jun 2007 Remembering you Christopher on your birthday and every day. I miss you so much! Thank you for the times we shared. I will forever hold you close to my heart. Until we meet again... - Jennifer, Wed, 13 Jun 2007 I love and miss you so much! - Carla, Tue, 12 Jun 2007 Mr. and Mrs. Mason, I served with Chris in A co. 1/505 PIR for 12 months before I was assigned to 10th Mountain. He was close to me like me own brothers. I still remember how excited he was to meet Pres. Bush. For several days he said he was going to tell him "To go ahead and send us on over, that way we can get this war done and over. I'm ready to go and I'm taking my platoon with me." He is a great man, an amazing soldier. Chris' memory will always live "All the way". H-Minus -Sgt. Jeremy Ziegler, Sat, 26 May 2007 Chris, Each day when I awake, I am greeted with a smile in my thoughts from you. I cherish every moment you and I had together. When you gave me your dog tags in July of 2006 you asked me to keep them close to my heart. Chris, I still keep them close to my heart each and every moment. I rub my fingers across them so many times a day as I see your beautiful smile in my mind. I thank the sweet Lord above each day for allowing me to make such perfect memories with you. I feel you with me wherever I go and I never have fear, for I know that you are my guardian angel watching over me. I love you with all of me heart and I miss you so terribly. - Sincerely, Tammy Sue (Bratt, FL)- Tammy Amerson, Fri, 25 May 2007 I just wanted to say how sorry that I was to hear about Chris. I never got the chance to really know Chris as well as some others but what I did know of him he was a wonderful person. We went to Baker together during the 7-9 grade. He was a special person. Once again I am so sorry for your loss. - Lisa Powers Johnson, Thu, 24 May 2007 Hi Garland - This is Kelly from Opration Celebration on MySpace. Thanks again for sharing your memories of Chris with us. I wanted to share with you a poem that I wrote for my friend Karen...in memory of her son Gavin who is also one of our fallen heroes. I hope you find the comfort that I found when I wrote it: Gone But Not Forgotten - Written In Loving Memory of Gavin Reinke -By Kelly DeBardelaben, 24 March 07 - Gone but not forgotten - He leaves behind a hole - Gone but not forgotten - He lives deep inside our souls - Gone but not forgotten - His flame will never die - Gone but not forgotten - Because we keep the memories alive - (((((((((GARLAND))))))))))) - Love in Christ - Kelly DeBardelaben Sat, 28 Apr 2007 Dear Sir, I first wanted to tell you that Im sorry about your loss. I remember a couple days after it happened my husband called me and was really upset about what had happened. He and Mason were good friends. Mason was the only one that didnt give Tanner to much crap about me. He was happy for us. Tanner was actaully going to ask mason to be a groomsman in our big wedding but now we will be lighting a memorial candle for Mason. From what Tanner told me about him he seemed like a wonderiful man. Its a ashame that I never got to meet him. Tanner said I would have really like Mason. He said he always knew how to make him laugh when he needed. I hope you dont mind that i am sending the link to this site to my husband. I know he would like this website because he doesnt have many pictures of mason. Once again Im sorry for your loss. - Diane Edgecomb, Fri, 27 Apr 2007 Dear Sir,
I sit here not believing how I found this beautiful tribute to a Hero for all of us. I live in Hurley MS my husband works off of Schillinger Rd in Mobile, when I read and heard about Chris's death I cried, I read the story to my son hes 20 years old. I cried for a young life so dedicated and gone, for a parents worst nightmare come true, I cried because the day is not as bright when the world loses someone like your son.
God Bless you and your family I know God lead me to this site it had to be His will there is no other way I would have found it while on Christianforms.com I can still say thank you to Chris for being my hero for standing for everything I belive in for giving it all just so I can be free, I do not take this forgranted. My nephew is in Iraq right now this is his third time he has seven weeks left.
God Bless you my prayers go up for you. I will never forget Chris or your tribute. - Betty, Tue, 10 Apr 2007 This Easter Sunday has held more meaning to me than those of the past. Why you might ask? Because this Easter was the first of many that I will have without Ed. Knowing that Jesus Christ died so that we may accept him into our lives for salvation and eternal life in Heaven has taken on a new and profound meaning to me. It means that I am much more grateful now than I have ever been in the past. Although I hurt daily and yearn to see Ed, hug him and talk to him; knowing that he accepted Christ's salvation and is now with our Lord and Savior gives me peace. This peace still does not take away the tears and the pain; but I can say this....it makes me much more thankful to God for sending his only son to die for our sins. I am also thankful that my friend (Ed) was raised by such wonderful, Christian parents who raised him in a loving, Christian home and instilled Christian morals and values in him. I thank the Lord for my salvation and long to see Jesus' face. I remember the many times Ed called me and was singing the song "I Can Only Imagine."
That was one of his favorite songs.
We owe a debt to the United States military for their courageous service. The greatest thing a person can give is his life. There have been millions of soldiers like Ed who have laid down their lives for the freedom and safety of our country. Just as soldiers have given their lives for America, Christ laid down his life for the world.Every day soldiers put their lives in danger for our freedom. Yet, more dangerous than losing a life is losing a soul. I am thankful that Ed's soul was not lost. I know Ed is now an Angel in Heaven and long for the day that I see him standing at the gates along side Jesus to welcome me in! - Jennifer Farmer, Sun, 8 Apr 2007 10:13PM "All the Way!" God has formed his ranks of Guardian Angels, and he has asked Cpl. Mason to lead a squad. God Bless your family. Sincerely, - (formerly) Spc. Escobar D co. 3/505 PIR 82nd Airborne Div. '86-'89 Infantry - John Escobar, Sun, 8 Apr 2007 8:44AM I woke up on Easter morning and came across this page (from a question you had posted about Orthodoxy). Wow. What more meaningful gift could God have handed to me on Easter morning, than to have found this amazing page featuring your beautiful and precious boy, who is now a true American martyr and saint. May God assure you minute by minute that this boy is a saint in heaven, and that you will spend eternity smiling and laughing with him in the presence of the Lord he died for. - Beth Drennan | www.chilidogma.com, Sun, 8 Apr 2007 I am absolutely in awe of your son and would like to thank you for raising such a fine young man. He is a true inspiration to us all, and I know you are very proud of him. I "happened" upon his info while doing a google search for Romans 8:38-39 "For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor present things, nor future things, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord." There is no such thing as coincidence. God is so good, and I know that one day I will get to meet your son in Heaven. Thank you again for sharing his story. - Sandy J. Ledbetter, Thu, 5 Apr 2007 9:54PM I just want to say how Chris was an example to all,I only wish I had known him.Thankyou for sharing with us those videos and photos.He is an inspiration to all and that will never end.God bless you and comfort you with his everlasting arms underneath you.All my love to you. - Helen Roweth, Mon, 2 Apr 2007 10:24AM Mr Mason, Thank you for raising such a fantastic young man. Chris understood what he was fightig for. I especially found his quote, "Where Freedom goes the Gospel is soon to follow". That is why the Islamic Terrorists are fighting so hard to keep Iraq in chaos to prevent Freedom from growing in Iraq. I also enjoyed watching Chris compete in his bull fighting competitions. "The Glory in life shall go to those who enter the arena. If they fail at least they fail while daring to be great. Their place in life will NEVER be among those cold timid souls that know not victory or defeat." "Glory is forever". God Bless Corporal Chris Mason. Thank You for sharing the videos with all of us. - Andy Stewart | http://libertarianamerican.blogspot.com/, Mon, 2 Apr 2007 Mr. and Mrs. Mason, you raised a wonderful son and you must be very proud of him for everything that he did during his life. Thank you for sharing with us this information about Chris. He obviously loved life and had a good time. It had to be a joy for everyone to be around him at the cafe, rodeo, at church and in Iraq. His testimonies about his faith as a Christian and his belief in his country were also quite moving. - Dean Stewart, Sun, 1 Apr 2007 Mr. Mason I saw a thread on the above website about the video posted on YouTube. A belated expression of sympathy for your loss; America needs more brave individuals who will give selflessly of themselves even when life hands them lemons. The fact that you raised such a fine young man is an inspiration to patriots and parents everywhere! FREEDOM'S SOURCE Author unknown It is the soldier, not the reporter, who has given us freedom of the press. It is the soldier, not the poet, who has given us freedom of speech. It is the soldier, not the campus organizer, who has given us the freedom to demonstrate. It is the soldier, not the lawyer, who has given us the right to a fair trial. It is the soldier, who salutes the flag, who serves under the flag, and whose coffin is draped by the flag, who allows the protester to burn the flag. Were it not for the brave, there would be no land of the free. - Dukeofearl | www.eucritic.com, Sun, 1 Apr 2007 I am so sorry about your son.I have 2 teenage boys who wants to join the military when they are older. I am proud of your son and i want to give you thanks for putting these videos on here. There are no words I can say to take away the pain of losing your son. I only hope your lives are filled with all of his memories. Once again I am proud of your son for defending us. - Teresa Carter, Sun, 1 Apr 2007 11:43AM RIP {{{{ CHRIS }}}} To {{{{ THE FAMILY }}}}: Thank You for sharing the story of Chris, his life, his faith, his courage, his love of country, his ( and your ) ultimate sacrifice in the service of the country he volunteered to serve, and protect. Please know that most Americans support the troops in their mission, and KNOW the good they are doing in securing the opportunity for the Iraqis to build a better life, and Nation, than the one they suffered with over the last few decades. I have taken the opportunity to share a link to your page with my readers, in the hope that even more people will know the story of Chris. - Kiril, The Mad Macedonian | http://www.sneakeasysjoint.com, Sun, 1 Apr 2007 May God Bless you and your family, my heart-felt thanks to you all for your loss, thank you for my freedom. A small token of the many American's appreciation for all of the armed forces.. I hope to see you in July! Louise McCloskey: Michigan State Leader for Operation America Rising. - Louise McCloskey | http://www.myspace.com/splashoflight, Sat, 31 Mar 2007 Thank you Cpl Chris Mason and Family for the sacrafice you made for our Great Country, our thoughts and prayers are with you always. - Chuck Burmester, Sat, 31 Mar 2007 My heart goes out to the family and friends of this fine young man. Prayers sent for peace of mind. May you find solace in your memories of his time on earth. Rest in Peace, Cpl. Chris Mason. A man to be proud of. - Dana Schwartz, Sat, 31 Mar 2007 We thank your son for his service and the defense of the free world. We mourn with you at your loss. We have a son who is based at FOB Summerall but I doubt they ever met as my son has come in within the past few weeks. But I know my son will carry on the mission in the spirit of Chris and those who have been before him. It is important we finish the mission. Millions of people depend on the free world because it provides them hope. Our soldiers care deeply about freedom and take our freedom personally. We must thank them every chance we get. God Bless. - PLT, Fri, 30 Mar 2007 Dear Mr. and Mrs. Mason~
Thank you so much for sharing your son with us, and for your pride in his ultimate gift to us. What a testimony both your sons are to you as parents. From watching the videos I see what a remarkable warrior Chris was, on all battlefields, those seen and those unseen. I wept. I cannot imagine your pain or your loss, but I bless your honoring of him, of our country, and of our Great Commission. Abundant blessings, And peace. - AnnaZ, Mon, 26 Mar 2007 I am so sorry to hear that he had died...But at least he is in a good place now and by getting there, He died doing something he loved doing and for also what he stood up for and that would be Standing up for his country...let him rest in peace and let god watch over his friends and loved ones that are still over in Iraq. But most of all his family... - Karen, Sat, 24 Mar 2007 I'm sure chris was a special person because he died fighting for his country. Stay strong Family and know chris does christ work and lives through his families memories. - stawrm, Mon, 19 Mar 2007 Chris,
May you rest in peace and may God give the American people the strength to fight the "evil" you have seen. No words can ever fill the emptiness your family is experiencing but they know you were doing what you truly believed in. Chris, though we never met, I would be proud to call you a son, America's son. You could, when others couldn't, you did, when others didn't. Rest in peace. Darryl Sharratt - Darryl Sharratt | www.justinsharratt.com, Sun, 18 Mar 2007 4:43PM Your Son and every man who has fought and died for his country deserve a special hallowed place in every American's heart. It is their ultimate sacrifice in which our freedom are firmly anchored. God bless your Son, and God bless our soldiers. - Kevin (Reagan_Fanatic), Sat, 17 Mar 2007 1:44PM Chris Mason was a true hero. May we have the strength to carry on in his absence. Evil must not triumph. Condolences to the Mason family on their loss. - Russell Spinner, Fri, 16 Mar 2007 11:15PM Mr. Mason, thank you for sharing your son, Chris, with those of us who will see this tribute. By every measure he is a true hero. God bless him and your family that raised such a fine man who was beautiful inside and out. As an American on whose behalf he sacrificed his life, I am eternally grateful. - Eileen Elgin, Fri, 16 Mar 2007 10:25PM There is honour and there is courage and there is man. Sometimes the three come together in something we call a warrior hero. Such was your son and he has earned his place in history. My heart goes out to you - whatever the cause, there is no pain like the pain of losing a child. God bless and keep you. Jo (aka the flaglady) Josephine Fox www.flagsforworship.co.uk, Sat, 10 Mar 2007 3:55PM Mr. Mason; Words cannot express my sorrow at your loss of your son. I am a former medic and I appreciate your sons service very much. I know that no words from me can help lessen your loss but I will be praying and so will my family for you and your family. May God richly bless you sir. - John Beaver, Sat, 10 Mar 2007 2:25PM I am so sorry to hear about the death of your son. I thank you for his service to this great nation. I will keep your family in my prayers and hope that as each day passes your memories of your beloved son fill the tremendous void you feel in your heart. Much love, Marty | http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=hmarty, Fri, 9 Mar 2007 8:34PM Watching your video tribute to your son overwhelms me. He fills the mind and heart with such rejoicing that he lived. What a miracle for parents, bearing and raising such a child into such a man. What a shining light he gave to all others that his words reached and to all those he shall reach. That shining light is for the Children of Light, for each soul beloved by God. Loving him for all that his life meant to the world, that is only a tiny emotion compared to the loss felt by so many in his absence. Many may realize that the cross represents love, never death. And when we love others with all our hearts, we carry a cross for each one. And we climb upon that cross to pay the price of such great love when it is lost. In that anguish, for the sake of Love, comes more salvation for our souls. We bow our heads before God, for our Saviour, and for Eternal Love. - Nancy Grace, Fri, 9 Mar 2007 9:47AM It is tragic that our brave boys must go abroad to do what is necessary for the defense of our country and yet, a significant portion of it's citizens can't even make the connection between 9-11 and radical islam. I mourn your loss,I respect your sacrifice and I applaud your patriotism.Chris is busy with God's work now and, judging from what I have seen in the videos, he must be doing an outstanding job! Bless you for allowing me to know this wonderful Christian Hero. - Ronald Farneth, Thu, 8 Mar 2007 10:22AM GOD Bless Our Fallen Brother Patriots - K. Mathews, Mon, 5 Mar 2007 3:37PM What a beautiful tribute for a beautiful person. What a blessing it was to have shared even a moment with Christopher. I am so thankful for all the wonderful memories he left stamped in my heart forever. An amazing man...an amazing friend! Loving and missing him EVERY DAY! - Jennifer Johnson East, Fri, 2 Mar 2007 6:56AM Tue, 13 Feb 2007 5:51AM
As I look at these pictures today for the first time, the overwhelming feelings are the same as they were 3 months ago. That is how touching Ed was to many people in his lifetime including myself. I pray for Ed's family still, but know that they are survivors just as Ed in Christ. In my opinion Ed was too good of a person to be here with us he deserved more, he deserved to be in Heaven with our Father. He had surpassed human existance and understood his place here on Earth and this website, the pictures and the things people say about Ed go to show that. He made a mark, a stamp in this lifetime for himself, his family and most importantly GOD! Way to go brother! Love you and think of you often,
Stephanie Jones Not a day goes by that I don't think about my best friend, Mason. It still doesn't seem real to me. Words cannot describe the emptiness that rests inside me. I would not wish this feeling on anyone. But I do have comfort in knowing that I will see him again someday... but not yet... not yet!! See you when I get there brother!! - Jeremy Wilson Mon, 12 Feb 2007 7:02PM I am a soldier that served right along side of Chris everyday in Iraq. Chris was a shining star in our platoon. He always had a smile on his face, and tried to put one on everybody elses face as well. He is one of the greatest men i have ever had the pleasure of knowing, he will be grately missed. Untill we form again brother, miss you! - Chris Greenough, Thu, 8 Feb 2007 7:12PM As I look at the pictures and videos I remember what a character Mason was. He brought so much joy into my life during the time that we knew each other. January 30, 2007 Though I did not know you, I knew of you. Through the phone calls home every now and then, I would here the name. My prayers go out to your family. Your spirit will live on within the lives you have touched. You are gone, but you will never be forgotten. You will always be remembered. Dawn Russell (Saint Petersburg, FL) To Chris now in Heaven I thank you for all that you did! MY heart is heavy as I look at your pictures such a great man that had so much to offer this world and now is gone. May God Bless you as you now have a place in Heaven. TO CHRIS's FAMILY: Thank you for bringing in to the world a Great son that gave you so much joy! Don't ever let the war or the cost of the war take the joy that you will always have in your heart away! Remembering Chris and his smiles and what he gave up to make this world a better place will honor him forever. Love and Hugs to Chirs and his family May we all remember him! - Dee Neill, Sun, 28 Jan 2007 9:29AM There are still Angels keeping you and your family in our hearts and prayers over your loss of your son. - Kathi,Soldiers Angel, Sat, 27 Jan 2007 5:16PM My condolences on your great loss. - Jacki, Fri, 26 Jan 2007 8:23PM January 26, 2007 Please accept the condolences of this military family. We will honor Christopher and his sacrifice by remembering him in our prayers of thanksgiving, and will keep his loved ones in our prayers that you find peace and comfort in the Lord. Lee Sirotnak (Southington, CT) January 15, 2007 - Mason, I'm so greatful god brought you into my and Robert's life. I had a blast this summer visiting you guys. Thank you for everything and we'll never forget you. ~Laura (Austin, TX) Christopher Mason Authored by: anonymous on Wednesday, January 10 2007 @ 11:15 PM EST Mr. Mason, I just finished watching the news with your interview with NBC 15 on January 10, 2007. I was very touched and very moved by your comments. While I never knew Chris, I know many like him. "If we cannot support the cause, we cannot support our troops..." I could not agree more...You said it very well when you stated that we are not only helping those in Iraq, but we are helping with the survival of the United States of America. You, your son, and your family are excellent Christian roll models for our country and for other countries who keep a close watch on us. When I heard you speak tonight, I saw hope. Because of service men and women like your son and like you I can believe in a safe future for my little boy....thank you for that.... ~Keri Green([email protected]) January 9, 2007 - Chris, Thank you for being such a wonderful man. I will always cherish the time we had together. You are my hero, I LOVE YOU! ~Melissa Covington (Fayetteville, NC) May CPL Mason's live on in the memories of his family and friends and in the stories of his fellow war buddies. May they be the voice of his memory for a lifetime. ~Posted by: Kimberly Doran | January 06, 2007 at 01:58 AM January 5, 2007 - Hello Chris: I love You! Thoughts of you always bring a smile to my face and comfort to my heart. You are my Hero and my Angel! You always picked me up when I was down. You brought sunshine to my darkness. Chris you have given me those sweet memories that we always talked about and most of all you have taught me to be the best person I can be. I thank God for bringing you into my life. I learned to be brave, strong and most of all full of faith. You were the perfect role model. Chris you have left the most wonderful gifts here on Earth for all that knew you and even those who did not know you. You always showed love and faith. Thank you for the strength that your wonderful love for the Lord gave to me. Words can not express the feelings that I have when I think of you. You are a true knight and shining armor. I will always think of you when I look into my little Mason's eyes. I know that you are looking down on us from Heaven with that great big smile and a heart full of Joy! Yeah! Chris! You are a real Hero and now you are a soldier right there with God! I love You! ~Shea Adams (silverhill)January 3, 2007 My heartfelt sympathy to the Mason family in the loss of Christopher. I did not know Christopher, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Christopher you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten. I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart. Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts of those you leave behind is never to die"~Robert Orr~ Tom Gugliuzza-Smith (Springfield, VA) Hi Ya'll!!I wanted to wish you and Mrs.Suzie a Happy New Year... I love this site... I look at it quite often it always brings a smile on my face. Please keep in touch. You and Mrs. Suzie are always in my thoughts and prayers forever. Love Always,Your Friend Jenny Clewis, Tue, 2 Jan 2007 2:22PM December 27, 2006 Hey Mason, I just wanted to drop by and say MERRY CHRISTMAS to you and your family. I know that it must be even harder for your family not to have you around during the holidays but we all know you're in a better place. I will never forget you Mason!! You always had me laughing and I thank God for introducing me to such a great person like you!!! You are a true hero Mason!!! Continue to watch over your family and all your fellow troops! Miss ya lots!!!! Gypsi Perez (SUN CITY, CA) December 23, 2006 My Deepest and most heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family of Cpl Christopher E. Mason. The price this Brave Soldier and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten. There is so much thanks to be given, to these young heroes, for their Courage, Dedication and Service. May Christopher rest safely in God's Care and may God's Loving Peace and Comfort be with the Mason family. I am the sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago. May the Peace of God and the memories of Christopher, remain in your heart always and give you comfort and strength through the difficult days ahead. ~ Softly and slowly, time heals.~ "Wait on the Lord, be of good courage and He shall strengthen your heart" Psalm 27:14 Garnet Jenkins (Grand Junction, CO)