Mason Gregory

MASON GREGORY Tupelo - Mason Gregory, 12, joined his Heavenly Father Monday, October 12, 2015, at his home. He was born in Tupelo on December 18, 2002 to Bert and Angel Seawright Gregory. An unexpected blessing from God, Mason was full of life, happiness and love. Mason spent most of his time outdoors, but his favorite activity was hunting with his dad. Mason was a 7th grade student at Mooreville Middle School. He excelled at sports, playing football since the age of 6, and was a member of the Mooreville Junior High Football team. He was also active in Saltillo Park & Recreation baseball. He was a very active member of New Hope Baptist Church, and it played an important part in his life. He loved being a part of the youth group. He was adored and loved by his family and friends. Services will be 3 p.m. Thursday, October 15, 2015 at Mooreville High School Gym with Rev. Lowell Johnson and Superintendent of the Lee County Schools, Jimmy Weeks officiating. A private family graveside service will follow at Auburn Cemetery. W. E. Pegues Funeral Directors is in charge of the arrangements. Survivors include his parents, Bert and Angel Gregory of Tupelo; sister, Anna Gregory; grandparents, Mike Seawright (Norma) of Flora and Betty Stembridge (Mike) of Mooreville; his special cousin, Ally Grace Bounds who was like a sister to him. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Anderson and Nudeane Gregory. Pallbearers will be Jimmy Weeks, Sammy Holder, Jason Herring, Rod Counce, Herman Hussey, Jr. and James O'Neal. Honorary pallbearers will be William Langston, and Mason's uncles and cousins. Visitation will be 2 - 8 p.m. Wednesday, October 14, 2015 at W. E. Pegues. Tupelo. Expressions of sympathy may be left at www.peguesfuneralhome.com .