Joshua Mason

Date of Death: May 23, 2011

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St, James Catholic Church

100 Bartell Street

Camp Douglas, WI 54618

Friday 5/27, 11:00 am

Joshua D. Mason, age 22, passed away on Monday, May 23, 2011 from complications of a stroke. He was born on November 22 1988 in Findlay, Ohio and was the son of Jerry and Debbie (Spohn) Mason.

Josh graduated from Sun Prairie High School in 2007. A true athlete, he incorporated his love of sports and fitness into his studies as a Physical Education major and Adaptive Education minor at the University of Wisconsin La Crosse, where he was currently studying. Josh was a compassionate and outgoing young man whose personality led him to contribute his time and talents to many organizations. Some of his favorites were the Wisconsin Special Olympics, Miracle League, Physical Activity Mentoring program for Children with Disabilities UW La Crosse Foundation, and coaching basketball at St. Patrick’s School in Onalaska and Logan High School in La Crosse. Josh was both charming and fun, a leader among young and old alike. Those who were blessed to have been a part of his life know his charismatic personality brought everyone together and filled a room with laughter. Josh’s generous spirit continues on today through his organ donation.

He is survived by his parents; brothers: Jon of Oregon, WI, Jeremy of Madison, and sister Autumn of Sun Prairie; his grandmothers: Myrna Spohn of Camp Douglas and Elva Parkhurst of Bloomer; aunts and uncles: Alice (Mike) Hodges of Madison, Judy (Bill) Graf of Black River Falls, Bill Krueger of Sparta, Tim (Christine) Spohn of Camp Douglas, Linda (Chris) Squires of Tomah, Dan Spohn of Camp Douglas, Paul (Joan) Spohn of Tomah, Jim Mason of Fargo, North Dakota and numerous cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his grandfathers: Edward Spohn and Jon Parkhurst; Aunt Joan Reynolds; Cousins Sara Spohn and Rhesa Spohn.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday May 27, 2011 at St. James Catholic Church in Camp Douglas, WI. A visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday May 26, 2011 at the Tuschen-Newcomer Funeral Home, 302 Columbus Street in Sun Prairie and from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services at the church on Friday. The family suggest memorials be made to Miracle League of YMCA North, Special Olympics at Black River Beach Neighborhood Center, Physical Activity Mentoring program for Children with Disabilities University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Foundation.

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Joshua D. Mason, age 22, passed away on Monday, May 23, 2011 from complications of a stroke. He was born on November 22 1988 in Findlay, Ohio and was the son of Jerry and Debbie (Spohn) Mason. Josh graduated from Sun Prairie High School in 2007. A true athlete, he incorporated his love of sportsContinue Reading

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Mason family, I know that you have heard the words "I'm so sorry for your loss" from just about everyone you know. Although those words are said with the deepest of sincerity, the pain of losing a loved one still remains. Only time can ease the pain. it's only been a little over two months since we laid my sister to rest at the age of 40. The pain of our loss is still there, but we must embrace and remember the good memories and the good that our loved ones shared with this world. i have many happy memories of my sister and that helps me each day to get through the hard times and continue living my life. i know that she is up there watching down over my family, as Josh will be watching over yours. I spent alot of time with your family while Jon and i were in school. you guys were a second family to me. i did not know Josh as an adult, but i did spend alot of time with him as a child, and i will always remember him as the Strawberry tootsie roll eating Machine. stay strong together..

A Child Loaned A Child Loaned "I'll lend you for a little time A child of Mine." He said. "For you to love the while he lives And mourn for when he's dead. It may be six or seven year Or twenty-two or three But will you, till I call him back Take care of him for Me? He'll bring his charms to gladden you And should his stay be brief, You'll have his lovely memories As solace for your grief. I cannot promise he will stay Since all from Earth return, But there are lessons taught down there I want the child to learn. I've looked this wide world over In my search for teacher's true, And from the throngs that crowd life's lanes, I have selected you; Now will you give him all your love, Nor think the labour vain Nor hate Me when I come to call And take him back again? I fancied that I heard them say, "Dear Lord, They will be done, For all the joy Thy child shall bring, For the risk of grief we'll run. We'll shelter him with tenderness, We'll love him while we may, And for the happiness we've known, Forever grateful stay. But should the angels call for him Much sooner than we planned, We'll brave the bitter grief that comes And try to understand."

Mr and Mrs Mason, Myself and my family was shocked when we heard the news. My 12 year son Matthew cried hard along with myself and my wife Rebecca as Josh was his Matts mentor and connected with him on a fitting level, reminding him of his older brother that is in the Air Force. I know most of the Spohn and Graf Family as I grew up and graduated in Tomah. Our deepest sympathy and condolences go out to your entire family, Joshs life cut way to short but please know he made an impact on many more lives in his short time with us. You had a very special son, he will be sadly missed as he wanted to mentor matthew again and looked forward to playing miracle league baseball in Onalaska. Sorry we cannot make it down to Camp for the funeral, but you will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. With Deepest sympathy and sadness, Dennis, Rebecca and Matthew Habeck

Jerry, Debbie., Jon,Jeremy and Autumn.......Everything has been said.I've got nothing original. Chrissy and I both send lotsa love and Hugs your way. Sorry just doesn't seem to say enough......

I remember when Jerry picked us up and took us up to Wisconsin to stay for a week and me and Josh went fishing and I almost fell in the pond.

Jerry, Debbie, Jon, Jeremy and Autumn. When Paul called and informed me of Josh's hospitalization you and he have been regularly in my prayers. I am so very sorry to learn of his passing. Perhaps I was selfish in my prayers as I earnestly petitioned for a full recovery for Josh. With deepest condolences, my heart aches for each of you. Hold close and cherish the memories. Please let me know if there is any way that I can be of assistance.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.