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PETER MAST Obituary
Peter Henri Mast, 58, on May 10, 2019, transitioned peacefully with the humane aid of an end of life program offered in California. Only three months earlier he was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer. He leaves behind a loving father, Don; siblings Dean, Colleen, Tim, Jill and Hans, their families and many friends.
Pete's quirky humor, self-deprecating humility, sense of wonder and delight in just about everything, and generosity of time and funds touched us all. His joy of creating and sharing with others whether through singing, playing piano/guitar, drawing caricatures, or renovating Masthouse and other past building projects motivated him, not acquiring money. The last gift he gave was donating his body to UCSD where his mother, Eunice had donated her body 25 years earlier.
We will miss Brudda Pete's camaraderie and spirit as he trades in his motorcycle for his new vehicle of spirit and soars the universe now. And the journey for all of us continues.
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Memories and Condolences
for PETER MAST
JR
July 27, 2025
Thinking of you always on this day. Still feeling a big vacancy with your absence.
Just wanted to drop a note of warm thoughts so it's known I'm thinking of you.
Won't ever b forgotten, time spent with you.
Cherished 4 ever
So much more than just once a year.
I think of u frequently , as life moves on, while
Smiles and tears collide.
God bless my friend
Spirit and soul in peace
B still my heart
And here's to U!
Jylda Klos
June 11, 2025
I remember how giving you were Pete your going to be missed forever.
J.Rivera
July 27, 2024
Hello U....offerings of Well wishes to the family.
Here it is, another year has passed and the void is still there, however, mostly filled with the cherished memories from our time spent.
Always remembering more, on his birthday....being a month and few days after my birthday.
We shared many great times together, which I hold close to my heart always.
Not ready to share photos yet, but will soon as I can.
Just wanted to Express my thoughts thinking of Pete 2day, on his birthday, where my heart aches with his absence.
Love to all
Share again soon
J. R.
June 10, 2023
Always thinking of Pete, wishing he was still here.
He wont ever be forgotten! .
Phone has been jammed up , wouldn't allow me to submit last yr.
Hello to his family, hoping all is well.
Just know that he is thought of often throughout the year and will continue to for the rest of time.
When able to....have many photos I'd like to share.
Try to share soon.
God bless, take care
Kathy cady
December 9, 2022
I wish I would of found this earlier. Pete was my friend for about 10 years he also knew my son and husband dan for about 40 I loved his humor, among other things. I hope you're singing up in the heavens now pete
Thomas Offill
June 19, 2022
Still missing you Pete. There is a big sink hole in the space you filled for us all.
Chris Schneider
March 19, 2022
Just found out about this today from Greg Johnson.
Pete was rad. Most friendly, down to Earth, 'real' person I've ever met. Tons of great times with him while he worked for Datel. He moved on from that company and I never saw him again. Keep in touch with good people, a lesson I know but need to practice.
Loved Tom O's pics.
RIP Pete, everyone loved you.
J r
July 27, 2021
Always remembering his birthday. Thats brings sweet memories and smile to my world.
I think of him often, as, I always will.
On this day, especially, I feel blessed to have spent many yrs on our journeys, together!
In the years to come, hopefully I'll get up to speed with my paparazzi loads of pics/videos, enabling sharing annually for a time of remembrance.
Family of Peter Mast ,
I want u to know....
He is thought of regularly and missed dearly!
And some day....
Perhaps we will all meet again!
Mary, me & Pete at Campland
July 29, 2019
Pete was a dear friend and co-worker out here in San Diego. He was a very important part of the wedding of Mary and I 20 years ago. We had a wonderful outdoor wedding at our home in the backyard where Pete played music along with a couple of friends he kidnapped for the event. Of course when not singing he was the ultimate host providing endless humor, friendly conversation and made sure you glass was full of something. Pete and I were both avid motorcycle riders and spend endless hours on trips including a few overnight rides to various places. One of the most unique was a trip from El Cajon to Palm Springs which found us caught in an unexpected snow flurry on the bikes (see attached photos). I have shed many tears over hearing the news of Pete's passing and had no knowledge he had even returned to California. I sincerely hope any of his relatives will contact me so I can reach out about Pete. I loved you Pete and miss you so much.
Thomas Offill, El Cajon, CA
Pete believes only women should clean his bike!
Thomas Offill
July 29, 2019
Pete, Andy & girlfriend at Catamaran Hotel Beach
Thomas Offill
July 29, 2019
Pete offers 1 peso only
Thomas Offill
July 29, 2019
Caught in snow on motorcycles
Thomas Offill
July 29, 2019
Mary, Me and Pete at Campland San Diego Bay
Thomas Offill
July 29, 2019
Pete & I caught in snow going to Palm Springs
Thomas Offill
July 29, 2019
Me, Jyl, Alan & Pete in Mexico
Thomas Offill
July 29, 2019
Some of the crew in Mexico
Thomas Offill
July 29, 2019
Where did Pete park the bike in Mexico
Thomas Offill
July 29, 2019
Pete rides a burro in Mexico
Thomas Offill
July 29, 2019
Stud Pete in Mexico
Thomas Offill
July 29, 2019
Wesley King
July 28, 2019
Pete was a dear friend and it's difficult to believe he's gone. We worked together on many remodeling projects, shared a lot of time with each other, ate many meals together, and truly enjoyed each other's company. His passing leaves a void in many lives in Dayton and for me, I'll always remember his smile, boundless optimism about life, and willingness to help whenever needed. If more people were like Pete, the world would be a much better place.
Joy Rivera
July 27, 2019
My Deepest condolences to the Mast family.
Always, will I cherish the time shared with Peter.
Capturing in pictures / videos, Pete with his family and friends enjoying the brighter side, as he would always say.
Loving to ride his motorcycle, singing, play his guitar, learning piano, creating Christmas cards/gifts, working, traveling, cooking but moreso...lol...eating it, dreaming and reminiscing down memory lane reflecting upon time spent.
He's Extraordinarily Unique! Most certainly, one of a kind! Giifted in many ways, He's a True Visionary!
Bringing happiness to many along his journey, Never hesitating in helping whomever needed.
Finding great satisfaction within his selfless, kind and gentle ways
He is loved!
I Miss Him Immensely! Never will his memory fade, nor the ways he has touched my life, enhancing my world.
My Dearest Friend Peter Mast
Rest in Peace
And here's to YOU!
Crista M
July 19, 2019
I miss you, Pete. I will never forget you. I will never forget the bike rides, going out for drinks, your backyard parties. You were there, always.
Steven Haldeman
June 20, 2019
My deepest condolences to the Mast Family. I have always held the warmest memories for Peter as well as the entire Mast Family.
Kathryn Margason-Berman
June 18, 2019
Peter was a great neighbor. Organizing backyard parties and inviting us over for drinks. I wish I visited with you one more time. You will be missed very much. Such a nice man.
John Magnuson
June 16, 2019
You will be missed :'(
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