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David Mast Obituary
D. Leon Mast, 91, of Springfield, died Nov. 17, 2023, in his residence.
He was born July 17, 1932, near Atglen, Pa., a son of the late Amos K. and Lena (Stoltzfus) Mast. He married Glenda P. Frey on Oct. 3, 1953, in Pettisville, Ohio, and she survives.
Also surviving are three sons: Conrad (Donna) Mast of Goshen, Ind.; David (Karen) Mast of Akron, Pa.; and Joel (Laura) Mast of Springfield; nine grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by three brothers; two sisters; a daughter, Michelle Sterzenbach; and a grandson, P. Daniel Mast.
Leon prioritized his Christian faith throughout his life: feeding, clothing, sheltering and transporting those in need; ministering to the imprisoned; and serving in a variety of congregational leadership roles. He was a member of First Baptist Church.
Leon earned a private pilot's license in the 1970s and gave first time plane rides to many family and friends. He also enjoyed deer hunting, especially annual trips to Illinois with nephews.
He was a church furniture salesman for Sauder Manufacturing Co. and worked for several local automotive dealerships.
Per his wishes, his body was entrusted to the Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine.
A memorial service will be held at the family's convenience.
Memorials can be made to the Mennonite Central Committee https://donate.mcc.org or the Springfield (Ohio) Symphony Orchestra https://springfieldsym.org/make-a-donation/
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Vincent Frey
March 13, 2024
Dear Glenda, and family,
We're so sorry that we heard nothing about Leon's death until today we spoke of you folks during lunch, and decided it time to make a new contact with you. Yes, we've known you folks a long time (since early 1948). and grieve with you.
I was just 3 months older than Leon, and we hit if off well from day one. God bless you, Glenda, may He bless and keep to the end. Marcella and I are doing OK at this time, while in an elderly peoples home here in Delaware, OH. It's be well with us to speak with you, if and when possible.
Marcellas phone number is 614-787-7041
In the love of Jesus, or Lord,
Your relative, Vince Frey
Caroline Plank
January 16, 2024
Will the memorial service be online
Davia King
November 24, 2023
Leon and Glenda have been parents to me.Always sharing and giving me wisdom and direction. May God surround the family with comfort, peace and love and know.... Leon is in heaven.
Cookie Whitesell
November 24, 2023
Leon Mast you will missed knowing you have gone home makes Heaven that much brighter.
Robyn Zimmann
November 23, 2023
Dave will be missed in the community! I was blessed to know him for many years in the various ways that our paths crossed. He was a kind, gentle soul and one of the rare folks that truly "walk the talk". Blessings and peace to the family.
Jeff and Joyce Combs
November 22, 2023
Making maple syrup in northern NY
Candi McClintock
November 22, 2023
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your dear father, Conrad. My heartfelt condolences to you, Donna, your brothers and all of the Mast family.
David Marshall
November 22, 2023
Our condolences to the family. Dave and Jenny Marshall
Mike and Connie Stewart
November 22, 2023
Leon and Glenda have been wonderful friends for more years than I care to count. We were fortunate enough to have been able to see him last summer at the Summer Arts Festival several times. He was always tfor whomever needed him.
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