WEST PARIS — Rebecca Lynn Mason, 16, of West Paris, passed away suddenly and tragically Saturday, Jan. 7, in West Paris.

She was born July 2, 1995, the perfect anniversary gift to her mom and dad, Tracie and Jerrold Mason. She will be sorely and sadly missed by all who were touched by her short, but well-lived, full life. Especially by her family whose hearts have been rent by a loss never to be filled in this life. Her 16 years were but the blink of an eye to those who loved her best, but she will forever live on through our memories.

Rebecca was a beautiful, vivacious, smart, generous, loving and kind young lady whose gifts and talents had only begun to be explored. She was an avid outdoorsman, a hunter who set the bar high for family and friends. She will be missed by many who shared these wonderful hours in the woods with her, but most especially by her dad and beloved brother, Lyndon. These bonds forged in nature will never be broken.

Her love, talent and natural abilities at sports was, well, just amazing. Recently she was focused on and loved field hockey. The ease and enthusiastic way in which she played sports was a sight to see. Many victories and defeats were enjoyed and are cherished by her mom, dad and brother.

Becca was never one to let any grass grow under her feet, or her wheeler’s tires. She seemed to be always on the go. You would see her many times through the day, but very seldom in the same spot for very long. One special place she always found time for was the home of her grandparents, Goldie and Jim, “Ma” and “Pa.” In recent years and days, Becca was a much loved and appreciated friend, companion, and helper to her “pa” since the decease of dear “ma,” at whose side Rebecca will rest until Christ’s return.

Rebecca’s large family of special grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, though great in number and spread far and wide were never so numerous or far away that they couldn’t be enclosed in her loving embrace or bottomless heart. Her love for mom, Tracie and dad, Jerrold as great as it was stood overshadowed only by her endless admiration, awe, and abounding love for her friend, mentor and brother, Lyndon.

Her interests were many, but there is one in particular that can’t be over looked when we talk of Becca — animals, domestic and wild. Her deer and turkeys were always well-fed. Frogs, bunnies, hamsters, chickens, birds, puppies and her beloved wheeler riding goat, Skipper. The list seems endless and those involved remember well.

Rebecca’s life was like a shooting star, beautiful and bright traveling across the sky for all to see, full of potential and energy, but ending much too soon. She touched so many hearts, and left behind fond memories to be cherished forever. Those of us who loved and knew her, family and friends, anyone touched in some small way by Becca, “Let us all live a little better; try a little harder; and love a little more.” These are the things Rebecca Lynn Mason would have added to our world. Becca we love and miss you. We are forever diminished by your loss.

Becca is survived by her parents, Jerrold and Tracie Mason, and brother, Lyndon, all of West Paris; maternial grandparents, Sam and Monda Fahsholtz of Corroles, N.M.; aunt and uncle, Kristi and Robert Hurd; first cousins, Alan, Christopher Hurd, Kiley Hurd and daughter, Brooklyn, of Rio Racho, N.M.; uncle and aunt, Devon and Pam Carr; first cousins, Danielle and Brianna Carr of Rio Rancho, N.M.; uncle and aunt, Andy and Naomi Fahsholtz of Chattanooga, Tenn.; uncle, Josh Groves of Albuquerque, N.M.; aunt, Hyla Fahsholtz and cousin, Connor Kisti; fraternal grandfather, James Mason Sr.; uncle and aunt, Jim Jr. and Pam Mason; first cousins, James III and son, Jamie, Bryce and Tia Mason; uncle and aunt, Roni and Jeanne Grover; first cousins, Roni Jr, Naomi and their children, Kael and Quillen Grover, Kiran Starr, Rachel and Raquel Grover, all of West Paris.

Becca was predeceased by her grandmother, “Ma” Marigold “Goldie” Thurlow Mason; one aunt, Baby Girl Mason; and first cousins, Talia and Tiana Mason.

Online condolences may be shared with her family at www.chandlerfunerals.com.