Sign the Guestbook at the following URL: "Link to Chris' Guest Book, other Photos, Videos, and Music"
I will move your entry over to Chris'MySpace. The ABOVE video is "The Video" to the song "Chris Mason Here on this Battlefield (ReMix)"


Chris' mom places her hand upon a photo of Chris displayed at the Alabama state capital – Nov 6 2007 - Montgomery, Alabama.

Chris Mason' Stone (Front)

Chris is FOREVER 32 years of age, single male, US Paratrooper. He had two dogs, a Chevy pickup truck, and a 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. Above all he loved God and reading the Gospel, but he also loved being a PRCA Bullfighter/Cowboy Protection, training folks to drive those big 18 wheel trucks and issuing them a CDL, hard physical training, smart women, fast cars, fishing, hunting, and just being free.
He believed in freedom, and he was willing to give his life to keep this country free from terrorism, and to protect you're freedom as an American.
Chris was ambushed and killed at 12 noon CDT Nov 28 2006 by Al-Qaeda terrorist while he was moving into position to provide fire support for his fellow paratroopers, in the small town of Siniyah Iraq. They had come under heavy small arms fire from Al-Qaeda forces and could not disengage. Chris died soon after being hit by an IED, but DOD has him being killed by small arms fire, during a firefight with Al-Qaeda at the same location.
It does not matter how my son died. Bottom line is "Chris was doing what needed to be done for his country".
The President of the United States, George W. Bush, authorized on Feb 1, 2007 that the following quote be placed on Chris' headstone:
"We Will Not Tire, We Will Not Falter, And We Will Not Fail" With the President's signature.
"Strength and Honor"
Chris now stands proud for us as a Warrior in God's Army
"Airborne Paratrooper! We miss you” Mom & Dad
NOTE: The Faith Academy 2007 Yearbook Dedicated to Cpl Christopher Edward Mason. I cannot say thank you enough to the Faith Academy Class of 2007. Seeing how my son was never a student at Faith Academy this dedication touches our hearts more then any other honor that has been bestowed upon our son since his death.
"Thank you for honoring our son"
Garland & Susie Mason

In the above video Chris Mason (Karaoked) the song "Freedom" by Kenny Chesney.
He did this tape best guess sometimes early 2005. He never could pick and sing at the same time. haha So don't say it.
When Kenny Chesney was ask to perform this song, back in June 2007, in memory of Cpl Chris Mason and all the other fallen warriors in the war on terrorism "Kenny Chesney refused" - saying "My band does NOT know the song".
So there you go.
The ABOVE boxs are NOT VIDEOS.... they are music tracks that I took from Chrs' MP3 player after I got it back from Iraq. *NOTE: I will be adding more music tracks from his MP3 player as I get the time. *note: This is quality sound.

"THE FOLLOWING STATEMENTS CREDITED TO CHRIS MASON”

Chris spoke these words to a friend on Thanksgiving Day 2006 - Five days before he was killed fighting Al-Qaede terrorist forces in Iraq

This is the flag flaging at Chris' funural. It was flown by the City of Mobile's Fire Department. Chis passed under it upon departing from Life Chruch of Mobile.

One month before his death during an Al-Quade ambush in Iraq, Chris spoke these words at "Life Church of Mobile" Alabama

Chris' spoke these words while standing in the sand Nov 12, 2006, just 16 days before his death.
These words were spoken by Chris just before his return to Iraq Oct 2006

Dearest Mason Family,
Words will never express the gratitude I have for people like Chris nor for the sorrow I feel for your loss. One of the best measures of success to me is the fruit one bares. Chris is an inspiration. His life remains a witness to all who knew him, and those like myself who have only met him on this website. I can only hope that my son grows into the man Chris did.
On this anniversary, I pray for your peace. Chris is rejoicing with our Lord. Thanks for the page. I will keep you in my prayers. Ashley Anders, 28 Nov 2007 You and yours are always in my prayers. Your son died a hero and God Bless him!! If there is anything I can do to help just please let me know. Hazel Hall, www.myspace.com/hazel4077,28 Nov 2007 Dear Mason Family
Just wanted to let you know that your Son made and still makes a difference in this world...
I am blessed to have met you through that crossfireforum...
and to come to know the life of Christopher E. Mason which has infuenced my life on a daily basis...
Thank you and God Bless the Mason Family
Much Respect to the Mason Family!!! Joshua Morris, www.Livevideo.com/xfire1prod What a wonderful dedication from a family to their soldier. Cpl. Mason came from a solid foundation and it showed. What a tragic loss for ALL....my heart, my prayers, and my love to all !!! PFC Lisa Collinsworth - www.myspace.com/army15p,28 Nov 2007 Today was the first time I have thought of the fallen soldier. Being a new addition to the Army through my fiance is opening me eyes to many new experiences. Some more frightful than others. Thinking of the fallen like Cpl Chris Mason I wrote a prayer/poem.
May he forever rest in peace
and be forever at gods right hand
for that is where soldiers sit
for they died protecting their land.
Always to be remembered
and never far from home
he makes sure your still safe
and keeping things still going strong.
So pray for fallen soldiers
they hear you as you do
and make sure to tell them thank you
for they fought for others too.
May you rest in peace
Fallen soldier.
My heart goes out to the family of Cpl Mason and to all the other families with fallen soldiers. Yes we say that they have now joined God's Army, but I believe in my heart that God would have a special place just for them. A place of honor and happiness. For that is what they deserve.
Thank you so much and I am truly very sorry for your loss. Nicole S, www.myspace.com/ibigay_mo_na,28 Nov 2007 Today of all days, I'm sure your hearts are pulled in many directions. Sorrow, pride, loss, love... but above all this we must always remember that while our troubles of man here on earth are seldom understood, they are all His will and purpose. Heavens gates are just a little bit stronger with a soldier like Chris watching over them. God Bless you and your family. Cynthia Wood,28 Nov 2007 To The Mason Family: On this anniversary date of the loss of your son, a true hero to this nation, my prayers will be with you. I only just came upon your MySpace page by happenstance, and on the anniversary date as well.
My husband is a 21 yr AF retired veteran and I am only a 6 yr veteran having served in '75-'81.God Bless. Bu'Que Lady,27 Nov 2007 My heart goes out to you & your family,knowing it's been almost a year. But time passes by to quickly! Sometimes though not fast enough.I have 2 sons in Iraq right now,and I pray everyday they stay safe & try to look out for each other.But I'm hoping Chris will be their guardian angel & keep them out of harms way.With the holidays coming, I will keep you & your family in my prayers,hoping that Chris's memory will bestill in everyones hearts. Your son was that special person that god chose that day,and I'm grateful he defended our country. You must be a very special mother and having a son like yours makes all of us americans very proud to call this the land of the free! Again my deepest sympathys go out to you & your family, and I will remember Chris on the day he gave his life for our country. Take care & god Bless! Brenda Deener-Myspace,27 Nov 2007 Mr Garland and Ms Susie, On this anniversary of your son's entrance to Heaven you will be very much in my prayers. Celebrate his Homecoming with Jesus, he would be most joyous to look down and see the joy of your happy memories!! You bear the cost of freedom and we all are indebted to you!! God Bless You both!!!! Mr Garland please email me! Aaron, www.gcpg.org,27 Nov 2007 To the Mason Family...My thoughts and prayers will be with you tomorrow on such a difficult day, may the Lord strengthen and uplift you. God Bless you for teaching your son about what is important in this world and standing up and defending those who can not do so themselves. Carl Hill Former President of the Student Veterans Association VCU, OIF Veteran 2004. Carl Hill,27 Nov 2007 GREAT souls like chris are the reason we have our freedom today. I never met this gentlemen but i came accross this website and his story was so touching. Its amazing how one person can change a million lives. We thank our soldiers greatly for their bravery and efforts to keep us free. Our prayers are with every soldier and their families. We love and cherish our military personel. God bless! Brittany,27 Nov 2007 Dear Garland and Sue: What a beautiful tribute to Chris you have made. Garland, your lyrics are perfect. Thank you for raising your sons to understand and embody the meaning and cost of Freedom. Our family's two new Marines, who are to go to Iraq next year, are inspired by the humor and dedication of Chris. We hold your family in our hearts all year but especially now. The Britton's, Tue, 27 Nov 2007 My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. My husband just returned from Iraq, and there were times when he didnt think he would make it home. I know that prayer is very powerful and i will continue to pray for you and your family. Your son is a true hero in my eyes and I am ever grateful to him for his sacrifice. God Bless. Kim Gillespie, www.myspace.com/girlygirl21,27 Nov 2007 Cpl Chris Mason's life made such a difference to many while he was here & still touches many lives everyday! My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Chris is a hero in every sense of the word and was a true spirtual soldier as well. What an incredible young man! Thank you for sharing his story with us! God Bless You All! Mary, www.myspace.com/mommadip, 27 Nov 2007 My family thanks your family for the sacrifices you have made. Your son is one of a group of rare people who sacrifice wholeheartedly, for God and country. I think it's wonderful that he was so devoted to the Lord, and to give encouragement to all those who needed it.
He is definitely up there amongst God's Angels, a leader, a warrior, and a hero. I feel safer knowing that not only are there heroes down here fighting for our freedom, but that there are heroes like him watching over our spiritual freedom. May God Bless your family always! Clorice Reyes,27 Nov 2007 For the precious family of Cpl Chris Mason,
My loving prayers go out to you as another 'milestone' is passed. May Creator wrap you in His loving arms, surrounding you with His awesome love.
We know the pain of losing a child. Our son, Ross, was killed in an auto accident on 2 Sept, '06. Ross left behind our only grandson, Hunter, who just turned 2. All of the 'firsts' we've faced together, joined with a deep faith and love of God,family and Country. The sheer pain of holding your child, clenched tightly in death's embrace, is nothing compared to the joy of knowing we WILL see him again. May all of our Heroes rest with the Angels. Until we meet on the other side I remain,
PAM of PFC Justin/Ft. Benning
PM of Ross, Our Angel
"I am strong. I am the Mother of an Angel."Lynn Price, www.myspace.com/lynnprice,27 Nov 2007 Thank you Chris for your ultimate sacrafice. I can only pray that some day I will have the opportunity to thank you in person. Proud USMC Mom - Lori,27 Nov 2007 I have no connections to Chris or his family. I was sent a link to his Myspace page, from an Army wife support group. But rest assured, Chris will be in my thoughts on the 28th, as well as every day from now on. . .all of our soldiers - fallen, deployed and those at home, hold a special place in my heart. And I truly hope that Cpl Mason is now resting peacefully. Take care & God bless. Kristen Basl - myspace.com/n0806, 26 Nov 2007 Chris, I have never met you, yet I know you are one of my heros. You selflessly served this country with pride and integrity. You paid the ultimate price for my freedom and I am forever grateful to you. I believe that there is no greater love that a man would lay down his life not only for his friends, but his country. Please watch over all of our men and women who continue to fight this war. You are a angel in fatigues, hero with military wings. You are a true American hero. Thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten. Proud Marine Wife, Jessica - "Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you, Jesus Christ and the American G.I. One died for your soul, the other for your freedom." Jessica Ursery www.myspace.com/cardinalsgrl05, 26 Nov 2007 Chris, although I never had the honor or privilege of meeting you, I think of you as a brother. Thank you for your selfless service, you are a true hero. To the Mason family, I am tearful as I write this, I am so sorry for your loss. Words cannot describe what you have endured. One day, Chris, I will have the honor of meeting you, when God calls me home. God bless the Mason family and all of our warriors that defend our freedom. Brian Mack - www.myspace.com/southernpatriot73,26 Nov 2007 I am so very Thankful for soldiers like Chris. They are our true hero's. God Bless them all and there families. You are the one,s that make it safe for the rest of us. The one's that make this country Great! Thank You! Judy,26 Nov 2007 Thank you Chris for your sacrifice. I wish I had known you, but I will meet you one day in heaven. Thank you so very much. Mom of a Wounded Warrior-Infantryman 1st CAV-Deborah Porter-www.myspace.com /gracegiventome, 26 Nov 2007 Some soldiers enlist, hoping to figure out what they were meant to be.. Some soldiers enlist because that is what they were born to be. Freedom is never free.
It is obvious to me, Chris was a soldier before he ever chose to be. It is obvious to me because I was born free. If there was ever a trustworthy messenger who could carry our message to the throne of GOD himself, that is where I would expect to find Chris, adorned with the final judgement: "Well done good an faithful servant"
God Bless Chris Mason. God Bless a loving family. God bless all who cross the path of these footsteps and stop to take notice, where one man stood for many and fell to a place in the heart of ALL soldiers. A place GOD understands quite well. For there is no greater love than he who would lay down his life for his brother. -An old Soldier-Doug Kendig | www.freewebs.com/dougkendig,25 Nov 2007 As the day draws nearer to the death of Cpl Chris Mason, I was moved to come back to his page to visit and to pay my respects once again.
I find myself coming to visit more and more often than I ever thought I would.
I guess it could be because my own son has taken such a vehement stand for the Armed Services, and has decided, at the age of fourteen that he will be joining this league of extraordinary gentlemen.
Although I've always believed in my country and the men and women who have and do proudly serve it, my patriotism has taken on a whole new meaning because of people like Chris and those young men like my son.
Stand Proud, Mr. & Mrs. Mason....
For your son was most definitely worthy....
Not only in his Country's eyes...
But in the eyes of God.
Much Love, Peace & Happiness,
Tammie Corbett | www.myspace.com/tstergirl, 25 Nov 2007 I did not know Chris but I wish that I had met him. I just watched all of the videos that you have on here about Chris. I cried the whole time and I am still crying. Chris is my Hero. There will not be a day that I do not think of the Mason family and all of the other families going through similar times. God Bless Everyone of you. Kimberly Spencer - Myspace, 22 Nov 2007 I did not know Chris Mason until tonight, but I swear I will never forget him. I am tremendosly sorry for your loss of such a great man. A day does not go by that I do not think about our soldiers and their sacrifices. I appreciate being able to go to college everyday without fear of terrorists or bombs. I am able to pursue my nursing career in safety because of our protectors, our soldiers. Sue, 22 Nov 2007 Author Unk
MY BROTHERS
I now know why men who have been to war yearn to reunite. Not to tell stories or look at old pictures. Not to laugh or weep. Comrades gather because they long to be with the men who once acted at their best; men who suffered and sacrificed, who suffered and were stripped of their humanity. I did not pick these men. They were delivered by fate and the military. But I know them in a way I know no other men. I have never given anyone such trust. They were willing to guard something more precious than my life. They would have carried my reputation, the memory of me. It was part of the bargain we all made, the reason we were so willing to die for one another. As long as I have memory, I will think of them all, every day. I am sure that when I leave this world, my last though will be of my family and my comrades. Such good men. Joe West, 22 Nov 2007 Thoughts of you, Ms susie and your family are with me daily.
I am blessed to know your chris and blessed to hug my very own Mason each day...
thank you for sharing him with us...
we cherish our memories.
Love to you all. Kendall, Micah, Mary and Mason Barnes,21 Nov 2007 As a former fellow employee on a public job with Mrs. Susie Mason, I think of her and her family often, and each of you remain in my prayers. Words typed here cannot convey the groan I feel in my spirit when I think of the loss of a child, and my heart continues to break for you. We MUST walk in the Spirit and I am certain we will see Chris again. Mr. Garland is doing a terrific job with this site, giving us who did not know Chris well a glimpse into this wonderful young man's life. He was truly an inspiration. To the memory of Chris I will say, "Thank you, sir, you have my utmost respect. America continues to be free." God Bless the U.S.A., God Bless our Military, and may God especially Bless the families of our fallen soldiers. - Lloyd Holston, 20 Nov 2007 I met Chris when he moved into my neighborhood over 15 years ago, his first year at BaKer high school. He was riding his bike while I was walking and he stopped to introduce hisself, he said his name was Chris, "but you can call me ED." I knew him as Ed for that summer,he could make anyone laugh. He was such a special person and loved to make people smile. He had a geniune characteristic about him that is hard to find so when I heard he was serving our country it made perfect sense, who else would or could do a better job! You will always be in my heart. My heart and prayers go out to his family. Always - Allyson (Pulley) Lester, Tue, 20 Nov 2007 Thank-You Chris and Jake for fighting for the freedom of our Country. Although I never met Chris I can understand your pain as I feel it daily with the loss of my Husband Jake. Thank-You for honoring the soldiers that have served and gave their lives for this country. Than-You for being there for me and offering such kind words when I so desperately need them. Your courage and strength keep me afloat when I sometimes feel I can no longer get myself out of bed. Your beautiful page has inspired me to go on and I know that Jake and Chris and so many others that will never come home are always with us. Shalom - Leah Martin, Tue, 20 Nov 2007 Cpl Mason was a true Hero. You all will be in my prayers. - Mandy Roberts, Tue, 20 Nov 2007 ED...
I am missing one of my best friends....
I have signed your guestbook several times. For some reason, I am always lost for words. It has almost been a year since you have been gone. A day doesnt go by that I dont think about you. I know I am still having a hard time dealing w/ you being gone. We were only close friends, I cannot even imagine what its like for your mother and father. My heart goes out to them and I keep them in my prayers...
I cherish and I am thankful that I was a part of your life and your families life, there were so many things I wish i could have said while you were here. The one of the last things that you said to me over the phone was you just wanted me to be happy. Thats one of the things that keeps me going everyday. Every time you would leave my house or office you would always say "I will see you later" w/ a huge smile on your face and i have the comfort in knowing that I will see you later, in Heaven. You have changed my life forever... I look at your myspace page and I have read through some of the messages in your guestbook. It is amazing how you have touched so many lives... people that you didnt even hardly know or knew at all are moved by your courage and strength. You are someone that I admire. Ed, you are a true example of a man and a man of God...You stood for something, like a solid Rock... To me, you saw things and people through the Lords eyes. You always saw the best in me no matter what I have done. My mother says you remind her of David, in the Bible, a man after our Fathers heart. Thank you for being here to make my world a better place for me and my family! I miss you and love you...
You are my hero... - Jenny Clewis, Tue, 20 Nov 2007 Robbie mariano was not my blood son ,,but no less a son and brother to my kids ..we took him in after his father kicked him to the street at 16 , until he enlisted inthe army ..he was always there to make his freinds laugh always the first to jump in and help fight ,,he was ajoy and minnie me fit him he was 5ft nothing ,,many years I woundered why he and his father could not get along ..he was a joy in my house I was mom and he was the other oldest ...saw him only two weeks prior to his death ,,his dad is a police officer and robbie wanted his dad to love him and respect him ,,thats why he joined hoping he could become a officer like his dad after serving ,,wanted his dad to be proud of him ...only after his death has his father and i have become freinds ...I feel the pain of his dad knowing that robbie lived with us and he lost those years to know the man robbie had become ..may god bless you always and keep there names alive,,,,never forget. Marie, 18 Nov 2007 I am a member of the MS PGR and was proud to have stood in the flag line for Chris' funeral. I also lost my son Chris, in a house fire in Oct 2005. It was after the funeral that I researched my family genealogy and found out that we are kin through Calderwood Mason. Contact me if you like and I wouold like to share our family history.
Live to Ride, Ride To Live....
Let's keep the memories alive...
til then.... - JD- SSG Jerry D. Mason, Sat, 17 Nov 2007 Thankyou from the bottom of my heart Cpl Chris for contributing to my light.I am completely in awe and totally speechless and touched in such a way from your being and your braveness. - Wendy Nash, Sat, 17 Nov 2007 Your myspace page is such a beautiful tribute to your son. I know that with the anniversary of his death approaching, it must be difficult for you. Please know that he did not die in vain...that he was fighting for our country and to do what he was called to do. Thank you for the sacrifices you made and continue to make every day. - Tina | www.myspace.com/tinamarie125, Fri, 16 Nov 2007 Annie and I found your website and spent hours just reading and watching all the videos and photos. It would have been wonderful to know your son but we wanted you to know we are also very proud of him and grateful for his sacrifice. We come from a Military family and as Annie's brother continues the tradition and trains as an Army Officer we pray he can take a little of Chris' spirit and attitude with him. As a Mom I pray my son is just as honorable and noble.Mary, Jim and Annie Davis - Annie and Mary www.myspace.com/anniedavis93, Fri, 16 Nov 2007 mr & mrs mason,
i never met chris but i know he was a great person he will never be forgotten for all that he has done he was here for a short time but he made one huge impact. he will always be remembered for everything he has done he is one very special person. - shelly matthews, Wed, 14 Nov 2007 I keep praying for Chris Mason's family...I know it is not easy to lose a child...even though i didn't...but i know many friends who have.........let the candles keep buring forever..for these brave men and women who fight for all of us..... - Bonnie Sponable, Wed, 14 Nov 2007 I personally never met Chris but I have worked with his brother Garland in the Volunteer Fire Department here in Mobile. From what I have read Chris was just like his brother, always willing to help and always had a caring attitude.
I know this is Chris's myspace, but there is another Hero that has not been given the honor as Chris, this is of no fault of Chris's family, I just wanted to mention him here if I could. This other hero is Sgt. Foster L. Harrington, 3rd Force Recon 4th marine Division, KIA-9/20/04. I was just hoping I could give him some Honor here since there hasn't been anything else set up for him. Our fire Dept miss's him greatly.
We have two respected individuals that have given their lives so we may continue to live free and both are missed dearly.
I am really encouraged to see a family such as the Mason's who have honored there son's service and did not set up a protest just to be seen on T.V.
The Mason family I salute you.
- Jason-Law, Wed, 14 Nov 2007 Though decades passed since I once served,
I still walk Freedoms Path
From it I have not swerved.
And as I walk along, beside me I do see,
The Souls of those who died'
Couse Freedom isn't free.
- Rev.Dr. Firen Skyshadow | www.myspace.com/dr2sky, Wed, 14 Nov 2007 Mr. Mason - to you and your family - my deepest gratitude for the ultimate sacrifice. I never knew Chris but with all the information, videos and pictures posted on his MySpace page and here at Image Event I feel that I have come to know him on a much deeper level than I could ever have in life. What an extraordinary man and what an extraordinary family. I cannot imagine the pain you, Chris' dear mother and brother had to endure at such a profound loss. But I know beyond the shadow of a doubt that he is most assuredly a warrior in God's army. I know his flame will burn bright into eternity and I know he sits at the right hand of his Savior. What a blessed feeling to have. And what comfort you must derive from knowing this. You and your wife are to be commended for raising such a devoted Christian and Patriotic son of the United States. My prayers and blessing to Garland III as he performs his duties in Iraq. May the good Lord bring him home safe and sound to his families loving arms. With deepest devotion and respect, - Starla (Ruth 1:16 MySpace), Mon, 12 Nov 2007 To Mr. Mason's parents: You so obviously raised a fine, fine man. I watched all the videos in awe. The courage with which he spoke, and the certainty he portrayed are rooted in his faith. I am so sorry for your loss. No words I can say will ever ease your pain, I know. But, my prayers are with you that you may find comfort some way. I can only hope and pray that I raise as fine a young man as you did. - Ashley Anders, Thu, 8 Nov 2007 Chris M.
Wow.
That is the one word that describes how I feel right now most.
I guess I just should dive in...I haven't written in quite some time, as I am reminded by quite a few of you...It's just so sad the circumstances in which I have been compelled to log onto this site and write...
My friend has recently been killed. So many things fly thru my head all the time. It's kind of hard to find the time to sit and cry, honestly. I am consumed by so many moments. So many memories. His voice is one I'm surely never to forget. A life ended far too soon, in the eyes of most. To One, I guess he lived the life he was supposed to, however.
It just blows my mind. I thought about him just this week to the point, I said to myself, I need to e-mail him and check to see how he's doing. I am ashamed I haven't kept in touch with him the way I should have. The way a friend should. No, I'm not beating myself up over it or anything, don't worry. We both fell short on this part...I guess it could have been in the plan for me to suddenly be gone, just as well as him...Then, I'm sure he would be the one saying to someone, man, we were close at such and such time, I should have kept in contact more...Just pointing out, this, if for no other reason is like a sign with big, flashing lights that reads, "You only have so much time here--Make the most of it".
I feel fortunate enough to have been blessed to have been a part of his life and he a part of mine. It was just for a season, not so long ago, though...He helped me thru a tough time in my life, and yes, I did have a brief crush on him. I realized quickly, he wasn't for me. He was a better fit as a friend...
He was one that was the first to call a spade a spade. There was no gray area he would concern himself with. Black or white is all he saw. Such a good man. I can honestly say, I think he did the best he could with the life he was given, which, was filled with the love of those he surrounded himself with. Now that I think about it, he did live everyday like it was the last. Almost like he realized tomorrow really ISN'T guaranteed.
He was so firey! He was filled with so much life. He had charisma. He was smarter than most. He could quote scripture like nobody I have ever met in person. He could reference almost anything in the Bible. My living room on several occasions turned into some sort of faith based counseling office. He would sit on one couch and I would lay on the other and he would quote scripture and turn to a many of stories, parables, and other scriptures that just fit the moment. God truly broke the mold after him...
I feel I have lost a wonderful friend of the heart, and for those of you who never had the pleasure of knowing him, or loving him, you really missed out. He made no excuses.
The peace I honestly have is this: He was one that loved and believed in God. I wonder what his last words were. I wonder what the last conversation he had. I wonder if he woke up that morning feeling a little differently about things, not really understanding what it was he was feeling. I wonder who the last person he thought about might have been. I know he wasn't alone. I know God was waiting to accept him into the home I know he was willing to go to whenever it was time...
Bless you, Chris...You will be remembered always. I never thought to say thank you for everything he said to me...I hope he can somehow know what I am thinking or feeling right now, and that he gets it...I'm trying my best to keep my head up and keep his attitude about all of this...Life goes on, remember he's where he needs to be, where he wants to be, where he lived his life knowing that's where he would end up anyway...He wouldn't want anyone to skip a beat over this. He was that kind of guy...The kind that wouldn't want you pouting things away...
I'll always remember his advice, attitude, and love he showed me constantly... -Carla, Thu, 8 Nov 2007 Another good man won't come home. My heart goes out to your family. Chris this old paratrooper salute's you. You gave all. Bob - Kingsport,TN Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless and Rest In Peace Cpl. Chris Mason. A True Hero.
-Tracy & Jim, Mon, 5 Nov 2007 Nov 4 2007
A wise man named Chris told me this-
“May the wind always be on your back and the sun upon your face and may the winds of destiny carry you aloft to dance with the stars.”
This is something that keeps me going, everyday. -Sophia Thank you for raising such an awesome young man. I watched the video where he was talking at his church about living a life for the Lord and it touched my soul. He had such a good sense of humor and in some places reminded me of my boys. My son is coming home in two weeks and I am so thankful. What an honor it is to say "Thank you" to your son for giving it all. Freedom is not free. God bless you for honoring your son with the myspace of which I am honored to be listed as a friend. - Kayla Watson, Sun, 4 Nov 2007 My husband will always remember Mason. He was over there with Chris. He flew home with Chris for leave (Oct 06) and it was then that I heard some great stories about this wonderful person whom I will never get to meet, and I am deeply saddened over this. I never met him, but I will never forget him. It would be this past week that Chris would be coming home with the rest of the guys. It was this past week that my husband came home. I couldn't help but think of Chris and the other soldiers that were not on those flights home. When I saw that plane land, I couldn't help but cry... I cried for Mason, I cried for Watts, I cried for Bento, I cried for Heringes, I cried for Palmer, I cried for Sigua, I cried for Knier, I cried for Arvanitis, and I cried for all the other soldiers that could not make it back. I felt so much agony, sadness, and the tears just came down. I wish things could be different and the soldiers could have all come home. I wish I could have met them. My husband misses Mason alot. I never met Chris, but I will never forget him. He will live on in my husbands heart and my mine. Our thoughts will always have Chris in them and our prayers will always have Chris' family in them. There is no justice when it comes to the loss of a soldier like Chris. My husband and I will be making a trip to visit Mason's bridge and his grave site. We want to honor him and will always remember him. Jason wants to do something to honor his memory so I told him what better way to do that then to name our first son after him - Christopher Mason it is... We only hope our son will grow up to be like Chris - a thoughtful, funny, amazingly spirited, honorable soldier. God Bless Chris and the Mason family... our thoughts and prayers will always be with Chris and the Mason family. Love the Russell's. - Dawn Russell, Sat, 3 Nov 2007 Well, I knew it would be hard but I finally made myself read through the websites in honor of Chris. My response? I don't have one. I'm speechless. All I can think of is: "Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends...For it is for freedom that Christ has set us free." Thank you Chris for paying the highest possible price. I look forward to meeting you. - Alisa www.southalabamafca.org Sat 3 Nov 2007 My husband and I watched your videos, read your pages, and looked at your pictures of Chris. He seems like an extraordinary young man that I know you are tremendously proud of. Even though I didn't know him, he makes me extremely proud to be an American. His positive attitude, great spirit, and religious beliefs should be what our country stands for. Each and every one of us as Americans should feel great pride that we have people like your son fighting for our freedom each and every day. My husband was in the Army in the first gulf war, and my son is in the Air Force for his 5th year. My daughter-in-law's brother is in Iraq in the Army as we speak. Also, my brother-in-law is a Sr. Master Sgt. in the Air Force. I am very proud of them all! I am so sorry for your great loss, but very sure that Chris defended our country with great pride and conviction, just as I know you are. I thank God everyday for all the brave men and women that risk their lives for our freedom and the freedom of others. Thank you for giving us a glimpse of what your son was all about. Sending prayers and love to you from WV. -Debbie & Keith Hellems, Sat, 3 Nov 2007 After spending a long time reading through Chris' myspace page, watching the videos and listening to people speak about him, I am left with a hollow feeling. I am one of those that didn't personally know Chris, but I think I would have loved to know that bright, upbeat young man! I am so sorry for the loss of your son...words fail me. I'm sorry. I should be able to say something to you to make a difference, but I can't. The only thing I know for sure is that Chris left his mark here on earth and without a doubt is in heaven watching over all of us. God bless you, his family, and know that he will never be forgotten! Many thanks, Chris...I'm so proud of you! - Terri Chambers, Fri, 2 Nov 2007 i can't even begin to imagine the pain and horror of losing a son. mere words are completely inadequate to express my sympathy and my gratitude. this young man set an example of humility, courage and honor that every american should aspire to; i can only wish that i had a fraction of his fortutude. - ronald fischer | www.baitshopboyz.com, Fri, 2 Nov 2007 I THINK I HAD THE PLEASURE OF MEETING YOUR SON IN IRAQ. I AM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, MAY THE GOOD LORD BE WITH YOU & YOUR FAMILYAND KNOW THAT CHRIS IS WATCHING OVER YOU NOW AND IS PROUD OF WHAT YOU ARE CONTINUING TO DO. OUR CANDLE WILL BURN FOR CHRIS ON OUR MYSPACE. AND WE WILL HIS MYSPACE AS YOU CAN OURS. HE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.. GOD BLESS.. - Sgt Good & Family, Fri, 2 Nov 2007 Nov 3, 2007
I still remember the last time I saw you...lol In the nail shop beside Win Dixie on Cottage Hill...you gave me crap as you ALWAYS did since high school....always laughin...:) I am SOOO happy that your family and friends have honored you! Your life and your memory will live on forever...We all lost so many friends the year you left...I had swore to my family that I WAS DONE WITH DEATH and would not attend not one more service that year...I did not think I could handle it...I had not attended one funeral before Matt, in I could not tell you how many years...It's like his death started the worse year of my life in funerals?...BUT I could not and did not end it without saying goodbye to you...I came to the same place I put Matt to rest to say good bye to you, same room (weird):) You were always a smile on my face since high school...just bein you...then we had the military in common after...it takes a certain mind set to know that you are doing what you HAVE to do...you smile and send pics home but you miss home...You are brave, respected, and thanked...especially from me and my family...Semper Fi...Rest in peace!
p.s. and don't be giving the angels up there no trouble...:) - Mwah ~A~ Thank you for providing a place to keep Chris' memory alive for all who knew him or would have been privileged to know him. Thank you for honoring your son's memory and what he stood for. Because of men and women like Chris, we are free today. Freedom is NOT free!GOD Bless you, Beti - Beti Ryan-Mercer | http://vetstribute.com, Fri, 2 Nov 2007 NEVER FORGETTING TOGETHER!
IT ONLY TAKES ALITTLE EFFORT..TO MAKE A HUGE DIFFERENCE! GOD BLESS ~KIMBRA~:) Oct 30, 2007 PBR World Finals
Mr. Mason,
With everything going on in the news and then seeing the welcome home the PBR gave to some soldiers here in Las Vegas... I could not help but to start thinking about your son. With your permission, I would like to wear a patch on my vest in honor of your son.
I have a heavy schedule tomorrow, so is there a number that my good friend Lloyd Wideman may call you at tomorrow? His number is 636-***-*** please call him at your convenience tomorrow (Tuesday). I want to do this and I know that Lloyd can help us as he will be available thru the day to help.
We want to create a decal that I can place on the riding vest starting on Thursday for round 4 of the World Finals.
It is the least I can do to pay my respect to a man who not only saved the lives of many of his Cowboy brothers... but also of his fellow soldiers and Americans.
Thank you! Tony Mendes - www.trymendes.com - PBR Bull Rider Oct 30, 2007
My name is candy and i worked at kim's alterations in fayetteville, i'm really happy there's a site dedicated to mason. i remember him coming into our shop and he was just so funny and always made my boss and i laugh...he was a very charming man, i didn't know him for very long but i'll never forget... Candy When you say sweet dreams and hold your child tight, spare a thought for those who wont tuck in their kids tonight. When you sit down with your family to enjoy a home cooked dinner. Pray for the ones scared and eating rations in a tiny desert bunker. When you hit the snooze button to get a few extra winks. Think of those in iraq who havnt slept in weeks. When your not up for work because of a big night before. Hope for the safety of soldiers fighting another mans war. They dont do it for money its just not their way. Its not even for glory they just do it anyway. They are living in a place you cant even imagine. Fighting for survival and for our freedom. People go out and protest but they dont really care about what our boys and girls are doing over there. Five minutes on tv is all those bludgers want, while overseas our heroes are just tryin to do their job. They are the fearless who will take the stand. The brave men and women who defend our great land. So when you bow your head and clamp your hands tight, pray for those soldiers to make it safely through the night.
(C) Dean Morgan 11/6/07 Hi, my name is Jodi and I met Chris back when we were in school. He dated my friend Summer. Through the years I would run into Chris and the last time was at the fair 2006. He was with his family and never failed to speak if he saw me. Your son was absolutely without a doubt one of the finest human beings on this earth. I am very thankful to have known him personally and want you to know that if nothing else you can rest asure that you have raised two of the finest sons ever! I pray for your family and the safety of our soilders. GOD BLESS THE USA!

Jodi Matthews-O'Brien, Mon, 29 Oct 2007 I am a member of the Patriot Guard Riders and an ordained minister...I was asked to approve a comment on my MySpace page containing a video of Chris. I did not approve it. Instead, I placed the video on my site permanently. The caption above the video reads, "A tribute to a fallen hero. I did not know Chris Mason, I wish I did. One day, I will meet him, shake his hand, and thank him for his sacrifice." May the peace of God comfort you and the power of God sustain you.

Don Geser | http://www.myspace.com/gizzmo_rides, Mon, 29 Oct 2007 Chris was a great man. When I came to 1-505 PIR he was one of the first people I remember meeting, and every memory of him after that has him either smiling or laughing, he always had a great attitude. I can also remember the day I heard about his death, and I just couldn't believe it. May he rest in peace and know he will never be forgotten.
Franklin Ferretti, Sat, 27 Oct 2007 I'm am sorry Chris had to die. He looks like a fine boy. The world will never be the same without him. I would like to thank him for what he was and what he did for me.
- Billy Vinson Murfreesboro Tennessee Fri, 26 Oct 2007 ..
Lori(Trouble)from MySpace sent these wonderful flowers to be placed on Chris' headstone (Oct 26) - Thank you Lori, his mom cut and placed the flowers in place, the same as you have done since Chris' death.