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Mason Bond Obituary
Mason was born on May 11, 1956 in Agassi, BC. He is survived by his wife of 34 years and best friend, Melanie; son, Andrew (Michelle); daughter, Celeste (Aidan); and brother, Brooke.
After graduating from BCIT, Mason worked as a laboratory technologist at St Paul's Hospital. Medicine intrigued Mason so much that he returned to school, attending UBC to become a doctor. After completing his internship at Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria and his residencies in hematology and pediatrics at BC Children's Hospital, he worked at the Montreal Children's Hospital for 7 years. In 2000, he and his family returned to Vancouver.
Mason was a gifted pediatric oncologist at BC Children's Hospital, a cycling enthusiast, a music lover, a loving husband and father, and a wonderful, intelligent man.
The family would like to thank the caring staff in the bone marrow transplant, outpatient, and palliative care units at Vancouver General Hospital.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada would be most appreciated.
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61 Entries
Jodi miller
June 14, 2024
I am a nurse at the Montreal children´s hospital. I had no idea Dr Bond had passed away... I was just reminiscing about him with a colleague and decided to Google him to see whether he was still practicing. I am so sad to learn of his passing. I truly enjoyed working with him! He had a wonderful sense of humour and he was genuinely loved by his patients and his colleagues. I hope his suffering was brief.
Anne Pellerin
August 6, 2020
Melanie, Andrew and Céleste,
I found out the lost of your very de dear Masson. I think of you and I keep good memories of you all! Big hugs and kisses from Repentigny, Quebec xxxx
Anne (Andrew’s teacher in grade one)
Lawrie Fawcett
April 18, 2014
Melanie, I am so sorry to hear of Mason's death. So many happy memories of time spent with you two years ago. My heartfelt condolences, love, and tears ...
Julie Milligan
April 3, 2014
I was shocked and saddened today to hear of the loss of one of the friendliest and best teachers I had during my residency at BCCH. Mason always had the patience to explain whatever needed explaining, for both patients and students. I am so sorry for your sad loss. He was a wonderful man whose presence in many lives will be sorely missed.
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Pam, BJ and Rory Carnegie
January 20, 2014
We are so sad to hear of Dr. Bonds passing. We were looking him up to see if we could bring our son to see him this spring. Our son was diagnosed with infant ALL in Jan 2012 when he was four months old and Dr. Bond just had such positive things to say about our little guy. He made the whole experience a little less horrible. We looked forward to his daily visit at the end of the day while we were in the hospital, he was so positive and was our favorite oncologist. We wanted to thank him for everything he said and did for us. Our son has just finishes his treament. The world has lost a treasure. Im so sorry.
Leanne Savard
December 18, 2013
I was shocked to hear about Dr. Bond's passing. We are going to Children's tomorrow for my daughter's final follow up appointment as she is now turning 18 and will no longer be going to BCCH. She was really looking forward to seeing him as he always has just the right thing to say to her. We first met him in September of 2000 when my daughter was diagnosed with ALL and he was positive right from the start and never let a negative thought get into our heads about the outcome of her treatment. He always had a smile and remembered all of Jessica's interests and hobbies and the things to make her feel more comfortable in such a tough situation. We send our condolences to his family which he spoke of often to us. We will miss him, he was a great doctor and a great man.
Janet
October 23, 2013
Dr. Bond treated my son Christopher from 3 1/2 to 7 years old for Leukemia. Chris is a happy, healthy 16 year old now. Dr. Bond was so very thoughtful, approachable, knowledgeable and I can honestly say we really looked forward to seeing him. Many times during the treatment he would pop up to the lab himself to take a look at Chris' blood personally to provide assurances for himself & our family.
Such a tremendous caring individual who was so down-to-earth and had an amazing bedside manner for the kids of all ages and their stressed parents.
What a loss to Childrens' Hospital.
To Dr. Bond's family, I'm so sorry about your loss. He was one of a kind.
Carole Booth
October 18, 2013
Our family is so sorry to hear about the loss of Dr. Bond and we wish to extend our deepest sympathy to his family. He treated our son for hodgkins and we could not have even imagined such a kind,intelligent, caring doctor. We have nothing but the best memories of our visits to the hospital because of Dr. Bond. What a huge loss.
Manraj, Jagjeet and Pargat Bhandher
October 15, 2013
We are so sorry to know about Dr. Bond. Our condolences to this family. We have been seeing him during our son's treatment since 2008. He was a great doctor. My son was always happy to see him. We are going to miss him when we come for our son's next appointment.
Allison Kukhta
September 28, 2013
My thoughts are with your family. So many families have been touched by this wonderful person, physician, mentor
As a resident in pediatric training under Dr. Mason Bond while at the Montreal Children's, his compassion and caring was easily felt by all those around him. He has had such a positive impact on so many. Each one of us who had any contact with him will only carry forward for many generations the many things he taught us directly and indirectly.
September 28, 2013
My Family and I are saddened to have just heard this terrible news. Our Daughter, Kami had come into Dr. Bonds guidance in 2008 at BCCH. We first met him and had our first meeting to explain the procedure going forward for Kami's treatment. After Dr Bonds explaining and all his patience for our questions, he finally says "wow only 3 hours". As a worried parent he stayed there as long as we needed to make us as comfortable as possible. His smile and singing always put a smile on our face. I try to use him as an example of how to live my daily life. Our many condolences, Sunee Scherping and family.
September 18, 2013
I, too, had the privilege of training with Mason at BCIT. I have many wonderful memories of him. He was a supportive friend to many of us. My thoughts are with his family now... Wendy Heathcote
Sandra Smeds
September 13, 2013
I had the privilege of attending BCIT with Mason many years ago. He was a wonderful colleague and friend. We all knew he was destined to be a great person doing great things. My condolences to Melanie and family.
Darius Abtahi
September 11, 2013
Dr. Bond was a great man and i will miss him dearly. He helped save my life and I am glad he was my oncologist. He could always make me smile even though I felt like death and I will always remember his amazing smile. He was such a great man and I will never forget what he did for me. You'll always be in my heart.
Rick Furdal
September 2, 2013
We are so sorry to hear that Dr Bond passed away and send our condolences.
Dr Bond and his team saved our son's(also named Mason) life. He was a very caring man and an outstanding Doctor. Always smiling, he truly cared for all his patients. He is truly missed.
kit leung
August 30, 2013
I learnt the other day that Mason passed away.I felt so sad.I had the pleasure of working with him in the afternoon shift of St.Paul's hospital when he was a new grad.I remembered him as a warm,kind and intelligent young man then.He and Melanie been to my house for pot luck dinner a couple of times when a mutual friend and former co-worker came to visit from the island.But I didn't see him since then. I learnt that he became a pediatrician and I am sure he was a great one. My deepest sympathy for the family especially Melanie. We all miss him !
Lisa Dafoe
August 25, 2013
We will never forget our visits to see Dr. Bond. We are eternally greatful for giving us a chance to raise our baby. He would be happy to hear Bethany just turned twelve. Bethany was 2 months when he came into our lives. Thank you for sharing your life with us. Our deepest condolences are with the family
Deana Tulloch
August 25, 2013
My family will never forget you . You saved are sons life . You meant so much to us and will always . We love you and send are condolences to your family
August 24, 2013
Please accept the condolences of the Smith pearson family from Montreal. Ali passed on June 12th, and I called him to let him know, but was met with this horrible news. God love you all..... Please accept my heartfelt love and beautiful memory of your wonderful husband and father... Xxxxx
August 23, 2013
So very sorry to hear of Dr Bond. My condolences to his family. He holds a special place in my heart for helping my daughter Tori beat her cancer. He has touched the hearts of so many families and children. He will be greatly missed.
Nadine Turner, Terrace BC
August 8, 2013
I called, Melanie, to share Ali Pearsons death with your husband, only to find out this horrible news.. Love you all and remember you all always... Xxxooo
Paige Caswell
August 3, 2013
Dr Bond was my oncologist for nearly 15 years considering I first saw him just after I turned two, and now I am nearing 17 years old. He was always a smiling, kind man who always made me feel at ease, despite some of the circumstances. Not only was he a great doctor, but he was a great man, and I know he will be missed by many. I know my family is appreciative of his large contribution to me being so healthy today, and I am just as thankful. My condolences to the family. Rest in Peace Dr. Bond. Thank you for everything.
Dorrit Hansen
July 29, 2013
Everyone who had still to meet Mason have lost something. He was a singularly positive and constructive person. I met him during my practicum year as a lab tech, and I can say for sure he has influenced my way of looking at my work in a postive way. He taught me something very simple, but fundamental: If you do it right, you get it right. Thank you, Mason. You will be missed by so many.
July 25, 2013
Our daughter Lexi has been with Dr. Bond since she was 2 and is now 16. We admired his medical intelligence,appreciated his kindness. Have many fond memories, seeing him with his family at the Childrun,
talking with Lexi about her future plans.
A man epitomizing integrity and truly engaged and connected to the human condition
It has been our family's privilege to know him
Cam, Tina, Alexandra and Sterling Olma
Katie Rosenberger
July 24, 2013
I truly believed that Dr. bond saved our daughter's life. When she was diagnosed with cancer, he was the rock that we looked to for guidance. I trusted him implicitly and felt that, as long as he was there, our little girl would be fine. Today she is well and healthy, and I am thankful every day that we had the blessing of Dr. bond in our lives.
My deepest condolences to his family and colleagues....and my heartfelt thank you for sharing Dr. Bond with us for the past few years.
Lorna Wilson
July 22, 2013
I was the Teaching Technologist in the Transfusion Medicine Laboratory when Mason was a student during his training to become a Laboratory Technolgist. Although I never really saw him again after he left St. Paul's, I remember his intelligence and calm, gentle confidence. I am sure he was a wonderful Doctor. It is so sad he left us so soon.
July 22, 2013
We loved Dr Bond for the way he gave us hope and confidence during our grandson's bout with Cancer. He said he would be seeing our grandson again when he is in university. Now I am sad that Dr Bond will not be there, but still full of confidence for our grandson, thanks to the excellent treatment he received. Mike and Linda Foster
Erica & Nathan Peltier
July 22, 2013
We are very sad to hear that Dr.Bond has passed away. He was our son,Nathan's oncologist. He was so good with our son as he was only 6 yrs.old when diagnosed with cancer. It is sad that a man who gave gave so much to help keep children alive with a deadly disease, has lost his to it. He was an amazing oncologist, and if it were not for him our son would not be here today. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family in this difficult time.
The Peltier Family
Dr. Bond presenting Courage Award to Benton. Sept 2011
July 21, 2013
Our condolences to Dr. Bond's family and friends. Dr. Bond was our son's oncologist and he gave us strength, humour, and the unwavering belief that Benton would be well. Dr. Bond's smile would light the entire room. His sense of humour was a perfect match for our eight-year old son - bordering on inappropriate and usually involving body noises. When I couldn't seem to make it through another day, we would all come to see our lovely Dr. Bond and he would mock my colour-coded list of questions, tease Benton, make Samara giggle and give us enough emotionally to make it through our next challenge. Dr. Bond will be greatly missed and our thoughts are with his family. He will forever be treasured by our family as an angel guiding us through our darkest hour.
Julie Foster,
Artur, Benton and Samara Szylowski
Dr. Bond presenting the Courage Award to Benton. Sept 2011
July 21, 2013
Diane Munz
July 21, 2013
I was very sad to hear about Mason. He was a wonderful colleague during his time at Montreal Children's Hospital, both as a consultant in hematology-oncology and during our occasional shifts working together in the emergency department. He was great with patients and a kind and considerate coworker as well.
Diane Munz, pediatrician, Montreal
Elisabeth Chin
July 20, 2013
My heartfelt condolences to Melanie, Andrew, Celeste, and all of the Bond family. Dr. Bond was my doctor at BCCH in 2001-2 and I am still deeply touched by his caring, gentle, and warm presence during those uncertain days. He had a remarkable way of offering my family and I comfort. He was a very special man and I am grateful for the inspiration of his loving spirit. My thoughts and prayers are with your family in this time.
Beth Lawlor
July 20, 2013
Mason was a role model for me from my first year as a resident in pediatrics when he was my chief-resident and then on through the years as we became colleagues in pediatric oncology. An inspirational man and physician who will be sorely missed.
Eileen Bengert
July 20, 2013
Dr. Bond was my oncologist at Childrens when I was 14. He was/is my favorite doctor and his smiling face was the only thing I looked forward to when going to the hospital. I couldn't imagine going through what I did with another doctor. I am forever grateful for his care and he will be missed.
July 19, 2013
We are so sorry to hear of Dr Bonds passing , we had the pleasure of having him as our daughter Alexa oncologist when she was diagnosed with neuroblastoma at 18 months old, he gave us the strength and hope we needed , for that we are forever grateful, our thoughts and prayers are with your family - Jeff , Tara , Dawson and Alexa Sucke
Kerrie McHugh
July 19, 2013
I am so saddened to hear of Dr. Bonds passing. He was my daughter Eileen's oncologist and helped us through one of lives darkest times. How sad that the disease he helped so many fight he too had to battle. My daughter is now an adult and I know she will be so sad when I tell her the news of his passing. May he rest in peace and his family find strength to go on. Kerrie McHugh
July 19, 2013
From the beginning, when our granddaughter Cecelia Kathryn Duffy was diagnosed with leukemia and came under the care of Dr. Bond at BC Childrens, he was a stalwart, calming, encouraging influence on our family. He would be the one from whom to learn a bedside manner. We are sorry to hear of his passing and send our best thoughts and prayers to his family. We were all blessed by his presence here with us. God bless. David and Kathy Gates, Lincoln, NE, USA
Brian and Lani Image
July 19, 2013
To Melanie and Family, We were so shocked to read of Mason's death. We remember you both well from your lab tech days. Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss.
Tami Carroll
July 19, 2013
My thoughts & prayers to your family. I had the pleasure of working with Mason in the NICU @ BCCH. He always had time for his patient's & their family's.
Taken from us far too soon - but you have truly earned your wings, Mason. RIP!!
Marko Marconato
July 19, 2013
You were the best coach I ever had!!!!
July 19, 2013
We will miss you Dr.Bond. You helped save our son Marko and for that you will remain in our hearts forever. The calmness you bestowe upon the families of the child makes every thing seem ok.
Marko thouroughly enjoyed your humour, and watching hockey in his room with you. We love you and you will remain our hearts forever, and never to be forgotten.
blessings,
Paula and Marko Marconato,
Port Coquitlam, B.C.
Ken Lum
July 19, 2013
Dear Melanie, I'm so sorry the terrible news. I know what a wonderful father and husband he was. My love and thoughts with you and your children.
Terry Daniels
July 19, 2013
I knew Mason from a long time ago when he was a newly graduated medical lab technologist at St. Paul's hospital, and when I started my practicum year there, also as a lab tech. I have good memories of Mason's friendliness, cheeriness and helpfulness to all those around him. The world has lost one of the good ones.
Patti Byron
July 18, 2013
Mason will be remembered forever as a kind, thoughtful, compassionate, teacher, physician and colleague...I worked many a night with Mason as Resident and later as Fellow...we grew and learned together over our years in Pediatric Oncology/Hematology and I am forever grateful for his calm and intelligent presence. You will be missed dearly Mason....my warmest thoughts are with Melanie, Andrew & Celeste
Jim Ford
July 18, 2013
Condolences to Mason's family and friends! I was totally shocked to hear of Mason's passing!
I had the privelege of meeting Mason when he first arrived at Children's Hospital..... And also got to do many medi-vac transports with him through out the province!
He always made a point to come out of his office to greet us Transport guys and say hi with that infectious smile and unbelievable sense of humor !
I will miss him so very much! He was a definate mentor in my life!
Time will heal
Lisa and Renee Desaulniers
July 18, 2013
Dear Melanie, Andrew and Celeste,
Renee and I would like to express our condolences on the loss of your wonderful husband and father. Who'd have thought, Melanie, on that Terry Fox run all those years ago, that we would be needing the help of your husband a few years later. He was truly the most incredible, compassionate and caring doctor that we could have had. It takes a special person to face what he did every day, and continue to do it with humour and love. I'll never forget his comparison of cancer treatment and cleaning dog poop off the carpet - unique and humorous and got his point across all at the same time. Mason was exactly what we needed at the darkest point of our lives, and we will never forget him. So very sad....
July 18, 2013
I am so sad to hear of the news of my great friend and colleague, Dr. Mason Bond. Mason was an absolute inspiration to me and I know many others. Paediatrics has been so fortunate to count Mason amongst its membership. My thoughts are with Melanie and his children.
Dr. Mark Jones, Jersey, Channel Islands
First in Athletics "Bond of Courage"
Shannon Whieldon
July 18, 2013
Dr. Bond, You are one in a million, an experiment they will never replicate no matter how many times or how hard they try. We loved you with our whole soul and will hold you in our hearts for eternity. You gave us life and we thank you for that. You made me crazy always expecting us to deliver more than we could, expecting us to make the impossible, possible. It was not an easy path, but, as you well knew, it was the correct path. Brendan landed in the Principal's office after every visit with Dr. Bond but the kids version, “You going to see Dr. Bond, Yeah, this is going to be great. Can't wait until you show us what he teachers you this time.” He was an awe-inspiring chemistry teacher with a knack for inspiring Science in children. It was by chance and good luck that our paths crossed that fateful day. We love you Dr. Bond. You will always be the one and only to us. Love Shannon and Brendan Whieldon, Langley.
Susan Strong
July 17, 2013
Our condolances on your loss. Mason was our son's oncologist and provided him with amazing care and support from 2000 right up till last year. We always felt that he was like a guardian angel sent to us, as he was the most kind and compassionate doctor that has worked with our family. He saved our sons life, he made him smile during such difficult times when not much could, and he was a wonderful support to myself and the many other families in oncology at BCCH that were dealing with such scary circustances. If I had to pick anyone to hold my son's hand through such a scary oreal....it would be Mason. Thank you for sharing him with us. He will be greatly missed and never forgotten. Sincerely The Strong Family (Wesley Strong)
Kathy Lee-Son BC Children's Hospital
July 17, 2013
Dr. Bond was an excellent teacher and physician to all the residents who ever had the true blessing to learn bedside manners from him. He exemplified the qualities of a compassionate healer. I have learned so much from Dr. Bond. He will be missed dearly.
Barrie S. MacLean
July 17, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Mason's death. I was his program director.during his paediatric residency and found him to be an intelligent and compassionate physician. He was deservedly co-chief resident in his final paediatric resident year and went on to grace the haematology program. He was a fine doctor and is a big loss to the Vancouver medical community.
Kent Stobart
July 17, 2013
My deepest sympathy. Mason and I travelled through our paediatric training together. I always remember his quiet ways, his compassion for children with cancer, and how much he always talked with great pride about his own children. Mason, thank you. You will be so missed, Kent Stobart. Northern Alberta Children's Cancer Program
Louise DeJulius
July 17, 2013
Thank you Dr. Bond for caring for my grandson Logan Davidson who just celebrated his 10th birthday. You walked into his room while myself and his other grandmother sat quietly watching over him Without a word, you lowered your head nodding that this was where we should be. Thank you for you dedication and love you bestowed upon your little patients.
And to your family,thank you for sharing him with all of us.
Louise D
Dubravka Diksic
July 17, 2013
My deepest condolences to your entire family. I had the pleasure of working with him at The Montreal Children's Hospital. I remember him as an inspiring and kind physician who was always great fun to work with. He will be missed by all who's lives he touched.
Ru Tan
July 17, 2013
If I needed a doctor for my family, he's the kind of doctor I would choose. Goodbye Mason and God bless your family.
July 17, 2013
My condolences on your loss.
Mason touched many people and for those of us fortunate enough to work with him he was a great mentor and example of an excellent and caring physician. He will be missed.
Christine McCusker
Montreal Children's Hospital
stephen liben
July 17, 2013
I knew him when we worked together at The Montreal Children's Hospital. A wonderful, fine, human being. With deepest condolences to all who loved him.
Dylan Toigo
July 17, 2013
A kind, supportive and humorous man of intelligence who was loved and idolized by his family, particularly his children. Deepest Condolences to Melanie, Andrew, Michelle, Celeste and Aidan.
Carole Bowden
July 17, 2013
My deepest sympathy to Melanie and family.
Lesley Davidson
July 17, 2013
My sincerest condolences to the family. I knew Mason from the time he was a Resident at BC Children's and always liked him because he always had a smile on his face, no matter what was going on around him...he made work a happy place to be. I respected him as a wonderful and caring doctor and human being. You will be missed Mason. Now you can be an angel to all the kids on 3B.
Wendy Cundall
July 17, 2013
Cherish the wonderful memories of your time together as you celebrate a life well lived. Love and Hugs,
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