Mason Long

September 24, 2009 - July 21, 2024

Visitation: Visitation, with family present, will be from 5-7 p.m. Monday, July 29, 2024 at Redeemer Free Lutheran Church, Canton, SD. 

Service: A service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Monday, July 29, 2024 at Redeemer Free Lutheran Church, Canton, SD.

               Mason Long, forever 14, died Sunday, July 21, 2024 due to an automobile accident near Fairview, SD.  Visitation, with family present, will be from 5-7 p.m. Monday, July 29, 2024 at Redeemer Free Lutheran Church, Canton, SD.  A service will be held at 7:00 p.m.  The family requests attendees wear their favorite ball cap and/or fishing shirt.  In Lieu of Flowers, memorials may be directed to the Hawarden Boy Scouts.

                Mason was born on September 24, 2009 at Sanford in Sioux Falls, SD to Jeffrey and Cassandra (Orrick) Long.  Mason lived most of his life in Fairview, SD.  He was currently a student at Canton Middle School, a member of the Hawarden Boy Scouts, and worked part-time at the Canton Dairy Queen

                Mason had a real passion for life and always found joy in his favorite hobbies, fishing and scouting. He just loved spending time by any river, waiting patiently for the fish to bite. When he wasn’t casting his line, he enjoyed treating himself to his favorite snacks from Dairy Queen. Whether it was a refreshing ice cream cone or a delicious blizzard, he always savored every bite.

                In addition to his love for the outdoors and sweet treats, Mason had a diverse taste in music. He found real joy in listening to country music and rap, appreciating the unique rhythms and lyrics of his favorite bands and artists. Those who knew Mason remember him as an ambitious, caring, and kind-hearted person. He really had a genuine love for others and always went out of his way to lend a helping hand.

                Mason’s cheerful presence and adventurous spirit will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him. As we mourn his passing, let’s remember the joy he brought into our lives and the legacy of kindness he leaves behind.

                Grateful for sharing his life are his parents, Jeff and Cassandra; brother, Trent; sister, Natalia; grandma, Deborah Long; great-grandparents, Craig (Rita) Vrabel; aunts, Julie (Bernie) Knight and Nicki Moat; uncle, Jon (Megan) Orrick; cousins, Trevor Knight (Hailey Walker), Trey Knight and Sammie Moat; along with numerous extended family and friends.  He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jon (Kathy) Orrick and Bobbie Long; and cousin, Troy Roof-McGuire.

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  1. Zoey Darling on July 22, 2024 said:

    Mason was a wonderful kid, he was so nice and funny to talk to. He was somebody who feels like a friend. He had so much potential and I hope he’s doing well in the afterlife. He deserved to be allowed to live longer. I will miss him. I feel bad for all his family and his close friends. He will be missed.

  2. Laila Wallis on July 22, 2024 said:

    Mason long was my little brothers best friend he was the sweetest boy out of all of Ben’s friends he was always so joyful and kind I remember him always coming into my room with Ben when they would hang out and he was always in a happy mood making jokes and cracking me up I’m so so sorry I can’t even imagine what his family is going through he was truly a beautiful soul I will do everything in my power to keep his memory alive he deserves to be remembered forever for what a wonderful young man he was

  3. Jeffrey A Van De Stroet on July 23, 2024 said:

    so sorry

  4. Miley Hoekstra on July 24, 2024 said:

    I miss you so much mason your were taken too young you deserve the world I love you buddy LLM💙🕊️

  5. Donna Roti on July 25, 2024 said:

    Mason was pretty special in our families lives as a good friend of Jamie…He spent a lot of time at our house as well as hiking trails at Newton Hills and fishing in the river in our backyard..Mason was a kind considerate boy who was always looking out for someone else…He always had a smile on his face and was pleasant to have around….My condolences to his family…He will be greatly missed…

  6. Conrad Raczkowski on July 25, 2024 said:

    prayers for strength during this difficult time. I am here for whatever support I can give.

  7. Brett Hillman on July 25, 2024 said:

    Another one gone too soon!

  8. Amy Mousel on July 25, 2024 said:

    Praying for your comfort in this difficult time every time you see a Cardinal you’ll know it’s him love and hugs

  9. Keith, Lisa, Jacob & Isaac Hemmingson on July 29, 2024 said:

    Prayers from our family to your family at this very sad and difficult time. Isaac enjoyed seeing Mason when he came over to hang out with Trent. We are so sorry for your loss.

  10. Mark LaDue on August 2, 2024 said:

    Dear Family of Mason Long,
    We just want to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
    We are so sorry for your loss.
    In Deepest Sympathy,
    Mark and Donna LaDue