1997
2018
Mason James Guckavan, 21, of Middletown, entered into eternal rest on October 26, 2018 in Ft. Wainwright, AK. He was born on September 28, 1997 in Upland, PA and was the son of Barbra (Drury) Guckavan of Middletown, PA and James F. Guckavan of Allegheny County, PA. Mason was a Specialist (E-4) in the US Army where he was serving as an infantryman. He belonged to A Company 1st Battalion 5th Infantry Regiment of the 1st Brigade Combat Team. In addition, he was a Combat Life Saver. He trained in Georgia, California, Alaska and South Korea. Mason was an avid outdoorsman, who enjoyed hunting, hiking and skiing. He was an avid reader, who learned both from research and firsthand experience. He challenged himself to be better in all aspects of his life, as an outdoorsman, skier, brother, teammate, and friend. Mason was a member of Seven Sorrows of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, Middletown. In addition to his parents, Mason is survived by his siblings, Ian Guckavan, Kiera Guckavan and Gavin Guckavan, all of Middletown; maternal grandparents, Anthony R. and Mary Anne Drury; paternal grandmother, Eileen Fitzgerald as well as several other uncles, aunts and cousins. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, November 8, 2018 at 12:00 PM at Seven Sorrows of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, 280 N. Race St., Middletown with the Rev. Ted Keating as celebrant. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until the time of Mass in the narthex of the church. Burial with full Military Honors will be in Ft. Indiantown Gap National Cemetery and will be private for family only. In lieu of flowers, or if you wish to send a memorial contribution in Mason's name, the family has designated Pennsylvania Wounded Warriors Inc. 1117 Country Club Rd., Camp Hill PA, 17011. The family has entrusted the care of the Matinchek Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., Middletown, to handle the funeral arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.matinchekfuneralhome.com www.pennlive.com/obits
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My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Mason.
Soldier, rest! thy warfare o'er,
Sleep the sleep that knows not breaking;
Dream of battled fields no more,
Days of danger, nights of waking." -Sir Walter Scott
Thank you for your Service,. Rest in Peace young Soldier...
Respectfully,
Teresa I. McRae
SGM, U.S Army Retired
November 8, 2018
Praying for the Guckavans,
Mason was such a bright light in everyone and anyone's lives that he interacted with. He could put a smile on anyone's face and his will be unforgettable. Mason, thank you for your service, and the memories many will cherish for life.
Rest easy Mas
Jazmyn
November 7, 2018
a loved one
November 7, 2018
You left us too soon Mason. God speed and may you rest in eternal peace.
Mark and Maria Kresho
November 6, 2018
Your son was one of the most intelligent, kind hearted, and fun loving young men I ever had the pleasure to serve with. He will be sorely missed. I cannot convey to you the sorrow I am feeling for your family. There is men, young and old, at all corners of this country that feel the same way.
Jacob Neth
November 6, 2018
Thanks for your Service Mason. Prayers to the Guckavan Family
Mackenzie Pugh
November 6, 2018
Prayers for comfort during this difficult time to the entire Guckavan Family. Thank you, Mason, for your service.
Nicole Petrovich
November 6, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Nicole Petrovich
November 6, 2018
Barb and family,
My deepest condolences to you. I remember all the soccer games that the boys played together. Thoughts and prayers for you at this time.
Michelle Benecke
November 5, 2018
My sincerest sympathies on the loss of your son and brother. I taught Mason in 7th Grade and his smile is one that I will always remember. May you find peace in this difficult time.Sincerely,Katie Martin
Katie Martin
November 4, 2018
God Speed. Rest In Peace. Memory Eternal. Thank you for your Service to our great country USA. The memories shall Live on. Be Blessed
Middletown Area HIgh School Class of 2016
November 4, 2018
Rest In Eternal Peace & Fly high w/the Angels.
Seven Sorrows BVM
November 4, 2018
I would like to say I'm sorry for your loss and say Thank You Mason James Guckavan for your Brave service. Peace to the family. Debra Snell
November 4, 2018
Guckavan family thank you for your son's service to Our country. May god ease your pain & suffering during this time. May mason rest in peace and an angel in heaven
Dawn Smith
November 4, 2018
Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one. May the promises of God bring you comfort, peace, and the hope of seeing your loved one again. (John 11:21-25 and 40-44)
November 4, 2018
Thank you for your service. Rest in peace.
November 4, 2018
Barb & family ~ Many memories of our kids thru Seven Sorrows & Highschool I wasn't shocked when my daughter MacKenzie told me how much of a good person Mason was as he was the reason MASD changed their school policy about bookbags due to Mason's petition. What an aweome mark he left on many. May he have eternal peace and God speed to you now & In the days ahead. xoxo
Katie Zimmerman
November 4, 2018
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