Mason passed away November 12, 2009 at OHSU. He was born July 9, 1991 in El Centro, CA. He moved to Salem, OR in 1994 with his family.

Mason’s bright smile, charm and personality drew people to him. He was always making family and friends smile by joking around or being “not so graceful.” Because of Mason’s big heart and kind spirit he was always willing to help his family and friends. He touched so many lives in his 18 years.

In death as in life, Mason is helping others through the donation of organs and tissues. We are pleased to share that over 75 lives will benefit as a result of his gifts. Mason wanted to be remembered as the loving, funny kid that was full of life and to remain in our hearts and memories. He will be greatly missed. Memories of the joy he gave us all will live forever.

We will be celebrating Mason’s life, Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 11:00 am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2530 Boone Rd. SE, Salem, OR. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Mason Teel Rothrock Benefit Memorial Fund at any Wells Fargo Bank branch. Arrangements by Virgil T. Golden Funeral Service.