Walter Howard Mason

Walter H. Mason, 63, Gadsden, AL, passed away after a long battle with heart disease on September 6, 2023 in Panama City, FL. Funeral Services will be at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, September 17, 2023 at Union Hill Community Church with Brother Thomas R. Laile officiating. Visitation will precede the service beginning at 2:00 p.m. Interment will be at Union Hill Cemetery.

Collier Butler, Gadsden, AL are handling the arrangements

Walt was born in Birmingham, AL and a graduate of Woodlawn High School followed by studies at Samford University. He spent several years filming for the University of Alabama and other local football teams while working for his family’s businesses from the age of 14. He loved to work and the camaraderie with coworkers and customers, alike. An active member of the South Avondale Baptist Church for many years, Walt served as deacon, a youth minister and longtime member. Walt loved fellowship and relied on prayer and his relationship with Christ throughout his life. Most recently he was blessed to be part of Union Hill Community Church.

Walt is survived by his wife, Katrina Mason; his children Walter Taylor Mason and Miranda Vivianne Mason; parents Walter E. Mason and Elsie C. Mason (Taylor); brother and sister, sister-in-law, aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews as well as two step daughters, six grandchildren, he thought the world of, and many friends.

Pallbearers will be Walter Taylor Mason, Jay Drummonds, Len Smith, Chuck Turner, Steve Turner, Luke Cothran and Stephen Burton.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be made at www.collier-butler.com. If you would prefer to give in honor of Walt, we suggest a donation to the local youth program at the Church of your choice.