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Mason Schermerhorn

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Mason Alexander Schermerhorn, a 14-year-old male from Winder, Georgia, tragically lost his life on September 4, 2024, in a school shooting at Apalachee High School. Mason, a freshman student, was among the victims of the violent incident that shook the Barrow County community. He was known for his love of video games, particularly Kingdom Hearts, and his deep affection for Disney World and LEGOs. Above all, Mason cherished his family, including his parents, siblings, and grandparents.

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    Victim Details

    Mason Schermerhorn

    Male

    Black / African American

    Winder

    GA

    2024-09-04

    14

    Mason

    Schermerhorn

    Yes

    11/24/2025

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    I recently came across the story of Mason Schermerhorn while reading about the tragic events at Apal... ...Read More
    11/22/2024
    I recently stumbled upon a comment from a teacher who knew Mason at Apalachee High School, and it re... ...Read More
    10/28/2024
    I’ve been thinking about the impact that Mason’s favorite things had on him and how they’re he... ...Read More
    10/04/2024
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