Mason Armagno Obituary-Death News; Mason Armagno, Student-Athlete at Whitney Point High School Dies at 17
Two school communities are reeling from the devastating news of 17-year-old Mason Armagno’s sudden death on May 27, 2025.
A beloved student-athlete, Mason was a senior at Whitney Point High School and also attended Broome-Tioga BOCES, where he was known for his work ethic, warm heart, and passion for sports. His untimely passing has left a profound void in the lives of those who knew and loved him.
Mason was not only a dedicated student, but also a talented athlete who poured his heart into the football field and baseball diamond. Teammates remember him as a leader someone who lifted others up with his energy and encouragement.
Whether it was game day or a long practice, Mason gave his all and inspired others to do the same. His coaches praised his determination, resilience, and sportsmanship, saying he played not for glory, but for the love of the game and his teammates.
He was the eldest of four siblings and a source of strength and guidance for his younger brothers and sisters. His parents, Ashley and Vincent Armagno, raised him to be respectful, kind, and hardworking qualities that made Mason a role model both at home and in school.
He carried a sense of responsibility beyond his years and had begun to consider his future after graduation, weighing options between college and trade school. His family described him as someone full of potential and promise, with a heart as big as his dreams.
To help ease the burden on Mason’s grieving family, a GoFundMe campaign has been established by his cousin, George Getson. In the campaign’s message, Getson wrote, “No parent should have to bury their own son, let alone pay for this awful ordeal.”
The fundraiser aims to cover funeral and memorial expenses so that Ashley and Vincent can focus on mourning and healing without the added stress of financial hardship. All donations are being directed to the family.
As news of Mason’s passing spread, an outpouring of love and support flooded social media. Friends, classmates, and teachers shared tributes and memories, describing Mason as someone who always had a smile, a kind word, and the ability to make others feel seen. “He had a light about him,” wrote one teacher. “You could always count on Mason to bring positivity into any room.”
Both the Whitney Point and Broome-Tioga BOCES school communities are offering grief counseling and support services to help students and staff cope with the loss.
A vigil is being planned by Mason’s classmates, and details of the official memorial services are expected to be announced by the family in the coming days.
The Armagno family has asked for privacy as they navigate this unimaginable grief but expressed gratitude for the love and support shown by the community.
Mason’s legacy will live on in the countless lives he touched in his short time. His memory will be honored not just by his athletic accomplishments, but by the love, leadership, and light he brought into the world.
Mason Armagno was more than a student and athlete he was a son, a brother, a friend, and a young man full of life. Though his time was cut tragically short, his impact will continue to echo throughout the halls of Whitney Point High School and beyond.
