Deborah "Debi Jo" Mason

Deborah Mason

It is with heartfelt love and gratitude that we celebrate the life of Deborah "Debi" Jo Mason, 72, who entered eternal rest on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, in her home, on St. Simons Island. She was a 1971 graduate of Jenkins High School, in Savannah.

Debi was an entrepreneur and had multiple successful ventures. She found her passion when she became a real estate agent/broker and settled on St. Simons Island over 30 years ago. Though she had no children of her own, she was a mother in every way that mattered to her nieces, nephews, family and friends who were blessed by her care, strength and generous heart.

Debi was a woman of quiet courage and steadfast faith. She worked tirelessly throughout her life, never hesitating to put the needs of others before her own. Whether it was through a helping hand, a warm meal, a listening ear or a word of encouragement, she gave herself completely. Her sacrifices were countless, her love abundant and her presence a source of comfort and strength to all who knew her.

A faithful servant of the Lord, Debi lived her life guided by grace and gratitude. She never wanted to miss her worship time on Sunday mornings at Lovely Lane Chapel, on St. Simons Island. And if you were visiting her, she would always invite you to join. Her trust in God sustained her through every challenge and shone through her kindness, laughter and unwavering spirit. She found joy in the simple beauties of life, an enjoyable conversation, a family gathering filled with laughter and the breathtaking peace of the sunset shared with those she loved.

Those who knew Debi will remember her smile, one that could light up the room. The way she made everyone feel valued and loved. Her legacy is one of compassion, strength and faith, and though her absence leaves a space no one else can fill, her spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of all she touched.

She is preceded in death by her father, Joseph Mason; her mother, Thelma Mason; her sisters, Faye Malone and Sandra Dorsey; and her brother, Tracy Mason; and is survived by her sister, Marcelle Godwin of St. Simons Island; and brothers, Leonard Mason of St. Simons Island and Larry (Joseph) Durden of Swainsboro; special devoted friend, Chris Dotey, nieces - her children, Cassie Justen, Casie Hodges, Kala Mason, Mariah Rogers, Karleigh Mason, McKenzie Osebold and Addison Mason; nephews - her children, Bobby Godwin, Dereck Mason, Bryant Mason, Dillon Mason, Hunter Mason Carson Mason; 15 great-nieces and great-nephews; and many friends she called her family. Her life was a testament to love in action. A reminder that family is not only defined by blood, but by the care and devotion we show to one another.

As the sun sets on her earthly journey, we take comfort in knowing she now rests in the eternal light of God's love, at peace and rejoicing in Heaven.

A celebration of life service will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, at Chapman Funeral Home Chapel, in Swainsboro, followed by burial in Swainsboro City Cemetery. A celebration of her life will be at a later date, on St. Simons Island.

Chapman Funeral Home, in Swainsboro, is in charge of the arrangements.

Family-placed obituary

The Brunswick News, January 28, 2026