Deputy Devin Mason

December 31, 1997 ~ July 1, 2025 (age 27)

Darlington County Sheriff Deputy Frank Devin Mason, age 27, lost his life in the line of duty on July 1, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and selfless service. Devin was born in Whiteville, NC, on December, 31,1997. He was known to all for his smile, generous heart, laughter, and his unwavering devotion to his family and friends. He is proceeded in death by his father Frank Mason; grandmother Nell Stegall; grandfather Charles (Bubba) Stegall; cousin Tara Stegall; uncle Jack Stegall; and niece Katherine Bellamy. Devin would give you the shirt off his back.

Devin’s athletic abilities were embedded in him by his uncle Jack. He loved playing sports, and was very proud to be part of the West Columbus tennis team and especially the football team. Devin also got his mechanical skills and ability from his uncle Stephen. He went on after high school to become a proud member of the Black’s Tire team, working as a commercial service technician in Whiteville, NC, Loris, SC, Myrtle Beach, SC, and Florence, SC. He learned important life lessons from his step-dad, John about treating people the way you want to be treated. To be respectful, to work hard, and most of all, take care of your family.

Devin fulfilled his dream by becoming a Law Enforcement Officer by graduating from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy, class #828 in March 2025. He was honored to become a Darlington County Sheriff Deputy.

He is survived by fiancé, Madi Palmer Church, and their beautiful baby boy, Brooks James Mason. Also surviving is his mother Shannon Stegall Dudney (John); sisters Brandie Bellamy (Lendorian), Amber Mason (Que), and Crystal Mason (Tralique). His aunts Teresa Stegall, Cherry Stegall (Ira); uncle Stephen Stegall (Courtney); nieces and nephews Nicole, Ti’Lyn, Billy and Kannon; and cousins Avery, Ciara, Kassie, Dakota, and Zackery.

Devin, you are the love of my life and the most devoted fiance and father I could have ever asked for. There was nothing in the world you wouldn’t do for me and Brooks. I promise Brooks will know you as the hero you are. Devin, we will miss you everyday and love you forever. Madi

The last, but not the least, comes from Devin’s mom. Devin, mama loves you, and you have made me so proud of you. You grew up to be a loving, respectful son, and the best father anyone could ever ask for. Devin, thank you for being a great son, brother, role model, father, friend, fiancee, and most importantly, our HERO! We love you and are going to miss you so much. Mama, John, Madi, Brooks, Brandie, Amber, and Crystal. You would have been a great husband to Madi. Rest easy my Baby Boy.

 

On Monday, July 7, 2025, Devin will lie in honor in the Rotunda of the Darlington County Courthouse, 110 North Main Street, Darlington, SC from 6PM until 8PM.

A funeral service, with honors, will be held, Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 2 PM in the West Columbus High School 7794 Andrew Jackson Hwy SW., Cerro Gordo, NC 28430. Visitation will be at the same location from 12 PM until 1:50 PM.

A committal with honors will immediately follow the service in the Williamson Crossroads Baptist Church Cemetery.

Kistler-Hardee Funeral Home of Darlington will be assisting.

Meares & Jones Funeral Service of Fair Bluff, NC has been entrusted with the arrangements.