MASON JOEL WALDING

You are truly missed. Little Mason reminds me so much of you. Love transfers from you to him.

Dear Max and Family,
We were saddened to hear about your grandson. Althought we never met Mason, reading the Guest Notes, he was a well liked young man. It's diffcult to understand why things like this happen in the prime of life. Life is so uncertain. We'd like to express our deepest sympathy. We'll remember you and the Family as we Pray. The Lord can heal hurting hearts.

Hopefully we'll get to visit you one of these days.

Leah & Family, We just found out about Mason today. We are so very sorry to hear the news. Please know we are praying for your family during this hard time. Lean on God. He will walk you through this. Love you much, Todd and Christine Smith

R.I.P. Mason miss ya bro.

Years have past since I have spoken to Mason and unfortunately now it is too late to get a chance. But I still have a clear picture of him in my mind walking the halls of GCHS wearing his football jersey and grinning from ear to ear. He always had a kind word and was so giving of his time and effort. I can't wait to see him in heaven.

Leah & Family, I read about Mason today for my first knowledge of the accident. I'm so sorry. I wish I knew the right words to say or the right things to do to make things ok with you again. But I know there are none. I do want all of you to know if I can do something for you please don't hesitate to call. I love ya'll and miss you lots. As often as I think of you, I NEVER thought I'd be thinking along these lines. Much love to ya'll. Sadie Rice (Compassionate Hands Hospice)

The family and friends of Mason will always be in my thoughts and prayers. He was always there for me when I needed him, no matter what. From helping Mr. Charlie coach me in city league to umpiring with him in Slocomb, I have so many great memories of him. Mason was the best friend anybody could ever ask for. He touched so many lives and left his mark on so many people. He will forever be missed and never be forgotten. I love you so much Mason!!!

To the entire Mason Walding family, I got to know Mason through umpiring baseball over the years and even umpired a few games with him. He was always very polite and full of energy.We struck a friendship that I cherished. He was a great young man and I will forever miss him.

I only got to meet Mason in person a few times, but I trusted him alot back in his dispatching days. Whenever we got into a mess on the ambulance, I was reassured to know he was working and helping us out in dispatch. I hope the sentiments that others have shared here are a comfort to you. They are certainly a testament to the man Mason was and the impact he had on the people around him... including me. While our world sure seems awfully empty with him gone from it, it was certainly made better by having him in it. You see, at the end of the day, Mason was truly one of the good guys. With deepest sympathy and regards....

You are all in our prayers

Dear Charlie & Family,
Jim and I are keeping your family and Mason in our minds and in our hearts. We were so sad to hear of the tragic accident that took Mason away from your loving arms. May God grant you strength and peace in the days ahead. Mason's beautiful life will not be forgotton for he will always live in the hearts of all he left behind.
May God bless you and your family.

Sylvia & Jim Maine

Dear Charlie and family - so sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest condolences go out to you at this very sad time. We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
The Furness Family (Ian, Tammy, Briony & Kiefer)

Tim and I would like to express our deepest sympathy and condolensces to the family of Mason Walding. He was a wonderful person that made a positive impact wherever he went in life. It was an honor to have been one of his teachers in school and to know him. Please know that we are praying for God's comfort and strength for you all in the days ahead as only He is able to provide. Again, we are so sorry for your loss. He was a blessing to everyone who had the privilege to know him.

Charlie, Leah, Cindy, Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, Brothers, and Sisters,
You all are in my thoughts and prayers! I cannot convey in words how sorry I am to hear of your loss. It has been a while since I have seen Mason, but each time I always received a big hug and a bright wonderful smile. I have fond memories of Mason and many include church at Sardis.

Mason was so outgoing, humble, and generous. He was loved by so many just as you all are too! May Our Lord give you a comforting peace and embrace you here on earth for he has already welcomed Mason Home!
Love always,
Wendy Owen Metz

Sherri and I want you to know that our prayers are with you all in this time of grief. We know that God will get you through this season of loss and pain. The wonderful memories of Mason will forever be your comfort until we see him again in Heaven. God bless your family.

Charlie, Leah, Cindy, Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, Brothers, and Sisters,

You all are in my thoughts and prayers! I cannot convey in words how sorry I am to hear of your loss. It has been a while since I have seen Mason, but each time I always received a big hug and a bright wonderful smile. I have fond memories of Mason and many include church at Sardis.

Mason was so outgoing, humble, and generous. He was loved by so many just as you all are too! May Our Lord give you a comforting peace and embrace you here on earth for he has already welcomed Mason Home!
Love always,
Wendy Owen Metz

An unknown author once said, "Life is not about waiting for the storms to pass... it's about learning how to dance in the rain. In his 24 years here on this earth Mason Walding probably danced more than any person I know. This young man was so full of happiness, love, & compassion that it could have radiated from his fingers and toes like beautiful rays of sunshine. Our close knit community of Hartford will be lost without his sweet smile and infectious laugh. Where ever you are now Mason, "Save the rest of us a dance. In the mean time we'll still be here learning how."
Tammy Fountain, Hartford Al

We haven't seen Mason in a long time, but his sweet ways and kind words to everyone will never be forgotten. To all of you we would like to express our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you at this time and may God Bless. Love you, Greg & Norma Voorhees

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Cindy, I have only seen Mason once since he was a teenager. But I have fond memories of him from church. He was always having fun. A joy to be around. I know he will be greatly missed. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

From T ball to Firefighter Mason was a loving person. No one could greet you with such love.He had a hug worth a million I am going to miss you Mason.Especially the way he could say Mrs.Annie.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

To the Walding Family, we were sorry to hear of your lost. We will be thinking of all of you. If you need anything please call.

Tim, Bolivia, Kristin, Eric, Heather & Kids.

To the Walding Family: we offer our sincere condolences and deepest sympathy on the tragic loss of Mason,a son, grandson, brother, firefighter and beloved friend. May the outpouring of sympathy, the kind acts of friends and strangers and the comfort in knowing that your loss is felt by many, help you through this difficult time. We ask for God's blessings on you and your family. May you find the courage and strength to move forward in peace and confidence and in knowing that Mason's was a life well-lived.To know him was to love him-he touched so many!

Cindy,I'm sorry to hear about Mason. My condolences to all of you.I can still see his big smile and talking to me at the P.W.Mason was a very sweet and loveing person.I know you are very proud of him and I'm proud to say that he was my friend.All of you are in my prayers.

To the Ketchum and Walding Families,

My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you during this time of tragedy. All of you will be in my prayers.

To the Walding Family,
We would like to extend our most heartfelt condolences to all of you during this very sad time. Mason was a super special person and
we thoroughly enjoyed getting to know him. Our warmest thoughts
and prayers are with all of you. May all of you find comfort in all the
wonderful memories that you have of Mason. He was only here for
a little while but he made a memorable impact on so many people.
The Raineys ( Wayne & Carole ) Enterprise, AL

Mason was full of life. The sense of loss just seems unmeasurable. We are honored to have know Mason. We're all going to miss him.

Cindy and family, there are no words to express how sorry I am for your loss. Even though I had not seen Mason in a quite some time, I will never forget his smile and how he always made an effort to speak to me when my kids were playing ball in Hartford. You will continue to be in my prayers.

Words can't express the heartache I feel. You were an amazing friend and so much fun to be around. You gave everything you had to help others and make their life easier. You will always be in my heart.

Know that many people are praying for you..

To all of Mason's Family:
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all during your time of loss. May God's blessing comfort you.

Grace & family, Although I never had the privilege of meeting Mason, it is quite evident of the positive impact he had on so many lives. My thoughts, prayers & sympathy are with the family, coworkers & friends. May the impact he made on other's lives encourage them to keep his quest to help others alive through them. May Our Loving Saviour bring you comfort each day!

"Sometimes things happen in life, things you don't understand. These things, in the quickest moment, can change your life forever." This was the last post Mason made.... Thank you for being there for me one last time and giving me the exact words I needed to hear! It still doesnt seem real. I spent every day of my high school years growing up with Mason. I had the time of my life because of him! He was an amazing man and an outstanding firefighter. God only takes the best of us. I love and miss him more than words could ever say. Thank you for being you, Mason! See you on the other side.<3