Posted on 01/14/2007 2:59:25 AM PST by Dad of Chris Mason
Edited on 01/14/2007 2:13:08 PM PST by Admin Moderator. [history]
1st link: Mobile soldier killed in Iraq Thursday, November 30, 2006 By NADIA M. TAYLOR Staff Reporter Baker High School graduate Chris Mason wasn't afraid of dying in Iraq because of his faith in Jesus Christ and his belief in the importance of helping others, his family said Wednesday.
2nd Link: Farewell To A Fallen Soldier Glenn Austin WKRG Channel 5 Dec 12, 2006
3rd Link: Farewell To A Fallen Soldier Glenn Austin WKRG Channel 5 Dec 12, 2006
4th Link: Picture of my son.Chris Mason Killed in Iraq:
http://www.al.com/news/mobileregister/index.ssf?/base/news/116488213612730.xml&coll=3
Farewell To A Fallen Soldier (Chris Mason):
http://wkrg.com/servlet/Satellite?pagename=WKRG/MGArticle/KRG_BasicArticle&c=MGArticle&cid=1149192145673
Chris Mason's dad speaks out about winning the war in Iraq:
http://www.nbc15online.com/news/local/story.aspx?content_id=C6732BAF-FF5C-4777-A7BA-150C0E44696A&gsa=true
also is a link to my son's web page with photos:
http://www.imagevent.com/firebase
Amen.
Psalm 1 (Amplified)
1BLESSED (HAPPY, fortunate, prosperous, and enviable) is the man who walks and lives not in the counsel of the ungodly [following their advice, their plans and purposes], nor stands [submissive and inactive] in the path where sinners walk, nor sits down [to relax and rest] where the scornful [and the mockers] gather.
2But his delight and desire are in the law of the Lord, and on His law (the precepts, the instructions, the teachings of God) he habitually meditates (ponders and studies) by day and by night.
3And he shall be like a tree firmly planted [and tended] by the streams of water, ready to bring forth its fruit in its season; its leaf also shall not fade or wither; and everything he does shall prosper [and come to maturity].
4Not so the wicked [those disobedient and living without God are not so]. But they are like the chaff [worthless, dead, without substance] which the wind drives away.
5Therefore the wicked [those disobedient and living without God] shall not stand [justified] in the judgment, nor sinners in the congregation of the righteous [those who are upright and in right standing with God].
6For the Lord knows and is fully acquainted with the way of the righteous, but the way of the ungodly [those living outside God's will] shall perish (end in ruin and come to nought).
Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints.
~Psalm 116:15
My sincerest condolences to the family of Chris Mason, may God grant His comfort and grace to all. My deepest and most humble thank you and appreciation for your son's bravery and ultimate sacrifice to his country. May God keep your son, our Hero and Patriot, Chris Mason, in His everlasting peace.
No words can express the gratitude and sadness for your son. I am sorry.
Many thank-yous to Chris Mason for his service for the USA. My deepest condolences to his family.
You and your family and all the people who serve our country in uniform remain in my prayers.
Well done, good and faithful servant.
Prayers up.
Thank you Chris.
May the Lord bless you and your family. We are praying for Chris and his immortal soul.
Words cannot express my deepest sympathies. My wife, myself and our 4 young children will remember the sacrifice of your son and family tonight, as we do every night, in our prayers. God be with you all.
I wish to add my sincere condolences for the loss of your fine son and gratitude for your and his sacrifice. May you find comfort and peace.
Thank you Mason family for your sacrafice. You are in my prayers.
Sir, I cannot even begine to imagine your pain. May our Blessed Savior hold you in His Loving Arms of Comfort. Peace be with you and your family. A grateful nation thanks you for your sacrifice.
Dear Dad,
I am so sorry to read of your son's death. My prayers are with you and Chris' loved ones at this most difficult time. Words are not adequate at such a time. I do pray that you will find comfort in knowing what a special, precious person your son is. Hugs to you.
Amen.
.30Carbine,
Thank you for this ping.
Dad of Chris Mason,
No words that I can summon could possible assauge your grief at the loss of your son. I can only add my condolensces to those who have already posted to you here. Please know that my entire family expresses our deepest gratitidue to you son for his selfless sacrifice, and your family for theirs. We are deeply saddened for your loss, and I have added you and your family to my prayers. May our Lord in Heaven touch upon you and your family so that you feel His love, and know that Chris Mason is now with our Eternal Father.
I think soldiers who die get a special reception for their sacrifice. God Bless him and you both.
My prayers for your pain, God Bless you, and God Bless your brave son. Thank you for his sacrifice. I know he is in Heaven now, but I also know it doesn't make you not miss him.
May God bless you with peace.
susie
Dear Father of Slain Warrior....
There are just no words.
Time heals but also envelopes us in cleansing and warming memories...
My tears and prayers are intertwined for your loss.
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