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| 46251 | The Goldsboro News-Argus, North Carolina, Thursday, March 15, 2018 Mae D. Coburn Feb. 2 1922 ? March 14, 2018 Mae D. Coburn, 96, passed away Wednesday at Goldsboro Assisted Living. Born in Wilson County, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Kenny Bass and Patty Ham Bass, wife of the late Leslie E. Coburn and mother of the late Frances Ruth Coburn. She was also preceded in death by a son-in-law, William "Bill" Hughes. Along with her husband, they owned and operated the former Coburn's Grocery. A graveside service to celebrate her life will be held Friday at 2 p.m. at Wayne Memorial Park. Family members will greet friends Friday one hour prior to the service at Shumate-Faulk Funeral Home. Mrs. Coburn is survived by her daughter, Shirley Hughes; a brother, Alvin Joe Bass; grandchildren, Wanda Hughes, Cary and wife, Kim Hughes, and James Hughes; and two great grandsons, Alex Hughes and Jordan Hughes. Shumate-Faulk Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Hughes family, and online condolences may be directed to www.shumate-faulk.com. | Bass, Mae Dean (I56940)
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| 46252 | The Goldsboro News-Argus, North Carolina, Thursday, May 23, 2019 Robert Ennett Bass Robert Ennett Bass, 63, Goldsboro, passed away suddenly Wednesday, May 22, 2019. Robert was born in Wayne County March 24, 1956, to the late Edward Earl Bass Sr. and Eleanor Ennett Brown Bass. He was working at WAGES in Goldsboro. Robert was an elder at First Presbyterian Church, and will be remembered as an avid Carolina Hurricanes hockey fan. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, May 24, 2019, at First Presbyterian Church in Goldsboro. The family will greet friends following the service at the church. A private interment will be in Willow Dale Cemetery. Robert is survived by his brother, Edward Earl Bass Jr. and wife, Christa, of Kenansville; aunt, Barbara Hughey of Goldsboro; niece, Ashley Bass; nephew, Matthew Bass and wife, Shey; great-nieces and nephew, Layla, Aspyn, Austyn and Talen; and special friend, Wanda Valdez Cruz. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given in Robert's memory to First Presbyterian Church, 1101 E. Ash St., Goldsboro, N.C., 27530. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.seymourfuneralhome.com. | Bass, Robert Ennett (I1901)
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| 46253 | The Goldsboro News-Argus, North Carolina, Tuesday, 24 July 2018 Doris Virginia Hoskins Bass June 22, 1935 ? July 22, 2018 Mrs. Doris Virginia Hoskins Bass, 83, 129 Heath St., Clinton, passed away Sunday, July 22, 2018, at DaySpring Assisted Living in Wallace. Funeral will be Wednesday, July 25, at 2 p.m. at Royal-Hall Funeral Home chapel, with the Rev. Richard Weeks and the Rev. Joel Story officiating. Burial will follow in Grandview Memorial Park. She was born June 22, 1935, in Wayne County, to the late Herman Dixon and Katie Hope Hoskin. She was married to the late Roy Bass. She was a former employee of Hamilton Beach, and a member of Piney Grove Baptist Church. Doris is survived by her two sons, Kenneth Ray Bass and wife, Kathy, of Mount Olive and David Wayne Bass and wife, Becky, of Hampton, Va.; a sister, Edna Grady, of Mount Olive; four grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, Doris was preceded in death by her brother, William "Bill" Hoskins, and her sister, Marie Wimbley. Visitation will be an hour prior to the service Wednesday, beginning at 1 p.m. at the funeral home chapel. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.royalhallfuneralhome.com. Royal-Hall is honored to serve the Bass family. | Hoskins, Doris Virginia (I66)
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| 46254 | The Goldsboro News-Argus, North Carolina, Tuesday, July 7, 2020 Donna K. Bass Oct. 1, 1949 ? July 4, 2020 Donna Kay Bass, 71, Pikeville, died Saturday at home. Funeral will be 7 tonight at Kenly Missionary Baptist Church. Graveside service will be Wednesday at Pittman Cemetery. She was born in New York Oct. 1, 1948, to the late Ray Kenneson and Wanda Tuttle Wargo. She was married to Donald Lee Bass Sr. She is survived by two daughters and two sons. Visitation will follow the funeral. Arrangements are by Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home. | Wargo, Donna K. (I49750)
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| 46255 | The Goldsboro News-Argus, North Carolina,20 September 2005 Kennith Blackmon Died Sept. 18, 2005 KENLY -- Kennith G. Blackmon, 67, of 12502 Hwy. 42 E., died Sunday. The funeral will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Coley Funeral Home. The Rev. Kevin Drake will officiate. Burial will be in Pittman Family Cemetery. Mr. Blackmon is survived by his wife, Janice Fay Bass Blackmon; daughters, Judy Blackmon Jones of Princeton, Debbie Kay Bollinger of Clayton, Teresa Ann Blackmon of Fremont and Lilly Mae Blackmon of Clayton; stepdaughters, Lori Ann Hicks of Zebulon, Peggy Ball of New York, Karen Sansone, Sharon Sansone Grant, Melinda Sansone Medding and Leora Sansone of Delaware; stepsons, Wayne Sansone of Delaware, Thomas Ray Harris of Tennessee; one sister, Robena Justice of Pikeville; two brothers, Bobby G. Blackmon and Michael Ezra Blackmon of Kenly; and 28 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends tonight from 7 until 9 at Coley Funeral Home. | Blackmon, Kennith G. (I6692)
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| 46256 | The Good Funeral Home Inc. Steven R. Merrick Dec. 30, 1954 - May 23, 2016 Steven R. Merrick, 61, Duncansville, unexpectedly went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday at UPMC Altoona after a sudden heart attack.He was born in Akron, Ohio, son of Robert D. and Helen M. (Neuhauser) Merrick. In July, 1980, he married Kyler Bass in Cumberland, Md. Surviving are his mother; his wife; a daughter, Kara R. Ayaram and husband, David, of Gapevine, Texas; two sons: the Rev. Dr. James R. A. Merrick and wife, Allison, of Aberdeen, Scotland, and Jeremy A. Merrick and wife, Suzanne L., of Concord, N.C.; six grandchildren: Isabelle and Abigail Ayaram, Rowan, Evelyn, and Magdalene and Heidi Merrick; a sister, Steffanie and husband, Laine Malmquist; a brother-in-law, Kevin and wife, Carol Bass; and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.He was preceded in death by his father, Robert D. Merrick.Steven earned a BS in Civil Engineering and a BA in Architecture from Louisiana Tech. University. He served as chief estimator throughout at 20-year career at New Enterprise Stone and Lime, in addition to working as an estimator for several other construction companies. He was a member of Grace Bible Church, Hollidaysburg, where he served as a deacon, a member of the missions? board and as a Sunday school teacher. He enjoyed reading the Bible, serving the Lord, music and traveling, and he passionately loved his family.Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 27, 2016, at Grace Bible Church, Hollidaysburg, where a funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 28, 2016, Pastor Daren Ritchey officiating. Entombment will be at Alto-Reste Park Cemetery. Arrangements are by The Good Funeral Home Inc., Alto-Reste Park Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Love in Action, 210 E. Plank Road, Altoona, PA 16602, or to Grace Bible Church Missions, 164 Laurel Lane, Hollidaysburg, PA. | Merrick, Steven R. (I4043)
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| 46257 | The Goshen News, Sunday, January 12, 2003 Cleo W. Oberly Sept. 2 1909 ? Jan. 8 2003 BREMEN, Ind. ? Cleo W. Oberly, 93, 515 S. Whitlock St., formerly of Wyatt, died Jan. 8 at Shands at Alachua General Hospital, Gainesville, Fla. He was born Sept. 2, 1909 in Lakeville to Charles and Ethel (Bassett) Oberly. On April 25, 1931, he was married To Estella Beehler. She died in 1981. He lived most of his life in Wyatt, before moving to the Bremen manor. He was manager of Wyatt Lumber & Coal Co., with his brother, John, until their retirement. He was a member of Zion United Methodist Church of Christ, Madison Township. Surviving are a daughter, Jeanette (Bruce) Davis, Gainesville; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Ray, Brownsville, Texas, and John, Goshen. Friends will be received form 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at Mishler Funeral Home, Bremen. Services are set at Zion United Church of Christ at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday. Burial will be in Rest Haven Cemetery, Madison Township. Memorials may be directed to the church. | Oberly, Cleo W. (I7808)
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| 46258 | The Graham Leader, Texas, July 9, 1981 Julia Brooks Bass Julia Brooks married Charles Bass on 24 December 1928 at Graham, Texas. The couple moved to Graham, Texas in 1941 from Jean, Texas. He preceded her in death. Services for Mrs. Julia Ann Bass were held at First Baptist Church in Graham of which she was a member. Mrs. Bass had lived in Young County, Texas since 1911. She moved to Wichita Falls, Texas in 1976. Survived by two sons - Charles D. Bass and Billy Bass; three sisters - Opal Witherspoon, Maude McClure, Pearl Grubbs; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. | Brooks, Julia Ann (I13)
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| 46259 | The Grand Island Daily Independent, Nebraska, Thursday, 8 November 1984 John Bassett GREELEY (CNS) ? Services for John Ivan Bassett were Saturday at the Greeley United Methodist Church. The Rev. Harold Coates officiated. Burial was in Cedar Hill Cemetery at Castle Rock, Colo. Pallbearers were Roy Dwinell, Lonnie Dwinell,, Donald Stubbenbeck, Arnold Moody, Vernon Moody and Dr. Earl Larson. T.J. Finn and Sons Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. | Bassett, John Ivan (I22)
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| 46260 | The Grand Island Independent September 28, 2011 J.B. Morgan Broken Bow - J.B. Morgan, 81, of Broken Bow died Sunday, Sept. 25, 2011, at Golden Living Center in Broken Bow. Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Iverson Memorial Chapel, with the Reverend Glen Emmert officiating. Mr. Morgan was born August 15, 1930, in Erick, Oklahoma, to French and Mae (Bassett) Morgan. Survivors of the immediate family include his wife, Bert; a brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Joanne Morgan; two sisters-in-law, Donna Morgan and Janece Johnson; four daughters and three sons-in-law, Dixie and Randy Peterson, Dian and Randy Franzen, Sherri Morgan, Kim and James Bunch; a son and daughter-in-law, Larry and Peg Morgan; 28 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Additional survivors include numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Billy, Earl, Don and Eddie. Memorial are to be given to the Broken Bow Lions Club. Rebecca Mae (Bassett) Morgan Mae Morgan Writes Her History (Written in 1987. The Good Samaritan Home is in Hobert, Oklahoma). I was born March 24, 1904 at Texola, Oklahoma on my grandfather's ranch. Texola is about one mile from the Texas line. My mother's folks, the J.C. Graves family, filed on land in western Oklahoma when the land was opened for settlement. In 1902, my father had the first blacksmith shop in Texola. We lived there until 1914, when we moved to California together with my uncle, Henry Graves and his family. Nearly all the residents of Texaola were there to see us off. We lived in California about two years. My mother's folks kept writing and telling us that we should come back to Oklahoma to see about our farm and home in Texola. Mother and us children did not want to move back, but my father did, so we moved back to Oklahoma. Uncle Henry and his family moved back also. We lived on the farm, and I went to a country school called Choctaw. I say we learned more at that school than any we had attended so far. We learned the essential subjects; reading, writing and arithmetic. Then we moved to Erick, and later to Canyon, Texas. While I was attending school in Canyon, I met a young man who was in college by the name of William E. Markham. We were married and had three boys; Don, Billy and Eddie. We parted after a few years and the boys and I moved back to Erick. I met French Morgan and we were married in 1928. He adopted my three boys when they were old enough to say that they wanted to be adopted. Mr. Morgan and I had three boys, J.B., Earl and Robert. French was a good father; we lived on the farm, educated our boys, and we all worked together side by side. Don became a doctor, Earl was studying to be a dentist, but he took polio and so ended that, but he never gave up. He has managed Electric Cooperatives, and is presently Maintenance Supervisor for the Good Samaritan Center. Billy joined the Air Force and was killed over Bucharect, Romania in 1944, on April 4th. He received many honors, including the Purple Heart and Silver Star. Our house burned one week after Billy was killed. We lost everything, but all got out safely. We then moved to town. After we lived there for a short time, Eddie went into the service. Don was already overseas and received the news about Billy through his father-in-law who was the Chaplain. Eddie is now retired from Rainbow Bread, and J.B. work for Larry Jones, Feed the Children. He drives a truck and distributes food and clothing to many places. Robert, the youngest, lives in Levelland, Texas. He drives each day to Littlefield where he is a partner in a dealership. They boys all come to see me as often as they can. I have been in the Good Samaritan Home for three years as of May 7th. I like it here, and everyone is good to me. It really is a home away from home! | Morgan, John Barney (I3026)
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| 46261 | The Grand Island Independent, Nebraksa, Monday, February 16, 2009 Richard W. Bass DONIPHAN -- Richard W. "Dick" Bass, 87, of Doniphan died Friday, Feb. 13, 2009, at St. Francis Medical Center in Grand Island. Memorial services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Doniphan. The Rev. Jocelyn Tupper will officiate. Burial will be in the Westlawn Memorial Park at Grand Island. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Apfel Funeral Home in Grand Island. Mr. Bass was born Jan. 4, 1922, in Anselmo to Charles Monroe Bass and Ina Pearl (Fenner) Bass. He was preceded in death by his wife, Julia. Survivors of the immediate family include three sons and daughters-in-law, Rod Bass and Christine Collins of Cottonwood, Ariz., David and Laura Bass of Ankeny, Iowa, and Richard W. Bass Jr. and wife, Jacqueline, of Broken Arrow, Okla.; and Lynda Bass of Lawrence, Kan. Other survivors include grandchildren, Andy Bass, Tiffany Fike and husband Ryan, Sarah Bass and Richard W. Bass III; and great-granddaughter, Lily Fike. He grew up and attended rural schools in the area, graduating from Anselmo High School in 1939. He moved to Grand Island in 1939 to attend the Grand Island Business College. He enlisted in the Nebraska National Guard and served on active duty from Dec. 23, 1940, until his discharge from the Army Ground Forces, Army War College, Fletcher General Hospital, Cambridge, Ohio, on Oct. 3, 1945. While in the service, he married Julia M. Stewart Jan. 22, 1945, in Little Rock, Ark. Upon discharge from active duty, they returned to Grand Island where they made their home until moving to Amick Acres, Doniphan, in 1970. He spent 44 years in the building industry until he retired in September 1989. He served in various capacities on numerous boards for the United Methodist Church, civic, social, trade associations, Chamber of Commerce, etc. He was an honorary board member of Big Brothers Big Sisters in Grand Island and Central Nebraska Home Builders Association. He was very active in volunteer work, especially activities connected with his church and the Methodist churches in the district. He was also preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and two sisters. Memorials are suggested to the United Methodist Church of Doniphan, Big Brothers Big Sisters Grand Island Scholarship fund or Habitat for Humanity in Grand Island. Sign the guest book at theindependent.com/obits. | Bass, Richard Wayne (I26)
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| 46262 | The Grand Island Independent, Nebraska, August 8, 2022 Susan Trompke LOUP CITY - Susan J. Trompke, 76, of Loup City, died Friday, Aug. 5, 2022, at Rose Lane Home in Loup City. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10, at United Methodist Church in Loup City, with the Rev. Lori Stevens officiating. Burial will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery in Loup City. The funeral service will be livestreamed on the Higgins Funeral Home Facebook page. Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday, at the church. Memorials are suggested to Sherman County Historical Society or donor's choice. Higgins Funeral Home in Loup City is in charge of arrangements. Condolences for the Trompke family may be left at higginsfuneralhomelc.com. Susan and her twin sister, Diana Jean, were born in Omaha on June 25, 1946, to Elden V. and Evelyn M. (Bussell) Bass. The family moved to Loup City when the twins were 6 months old. Susan attended school in Loup City and graduated from Loup City High School in 1964. Their parents owned the Sherman County Times in Loup City from 1953 to 1969 and they grew up in the newspaper business. One of Susan's most notable achievements was learning to run the large newspaper (Miehle) press, which enabled her to relieve her father on weekly press runs. She was the only other person to learn to run the press during the entire time her parents owned the newspaper. Susan attended Hastings College's Mary Lanning School of Nursing from 1964 to 1965. She received her medical assistant - receptionist degree from the Professional Business Institute, in Minneapolis, in March 1966. She was employed by Sacred Heart Hospital in Loup City. She worked for Judge P.J.Kowalski, the Sherman County Judge in Loup City, from 1967 to 1968. She married her high school sweetheart, Ray Trompke Jr., on June 8, 1968, at St. Josaphat's Catholic Church in Loup City. Ray had returned in February 1968 from 18 months duty in Vietnam. They lived in Fort Hood, Texas, until he was discharged from the U.S. Army. They moved to Loup City where their two children, Dale R. and Victoria M., were born. They later lived in Spalding. Susan and the children returned to Loup City in 1973. She worked as a teacher's assistant for Loup City Elementary School from 1979 to 1981. In later years, she was an Avon representative and walked her sales territory to call on her customers in Loup City. For many years she enjoyed compiling the "Turning Back the Clock" column for publication in the Times. She enjoyed making hand-sewn pieced quilts, embroidery and crewel work; Bible study, and playing the piano. She was a life-long member of the First Presbyterian Church in Loup City and played the piano for services for many years. She belonged to Oriental Chapter 78, Order of the Eastern Star in Loup City until the chapter closed in 1995. She moved to Rose Lane Nursing home in May 2013. She played the piano for church services at Rose Lane for a number of years. She is survived by her twin sister, Diana J. Keith of Kearney; her brother, David V. Bass of Lincoln; her son, Dale R. Trompke of Loup City; her daughter, Vicki M. Sherman; three grandchildren, K.J. Long, Samantha Long Mullins and Jacob Long; a niece, Melissa McVittie of Sacramento, Calif.; and her great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father on March 24, 2004, and her mother on Aug. 23, 2016. | Bass, Susan T. (I202)
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| 46263 | The Grand Island Independent, Nebraska, Friday, February 19, 2021 Joan Bassett FULLERTON - Joan Karen Bassett, 74, of Fullerton, passed away peacefully Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021, at Arbor Care Center in Fullerton.Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Fullerton Community Church in Fullerton. The Rev. Kelly Karges will officiate. The service will be livestreamed on Palmer-Santin Funeral Home's Facebook page. Burial will follow in Fullerton Cemetery at Fullerton.Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday at Fullerton Community Church. Masks are recommended. Palmer-Santin Funeral Home is serving the family.Joan was born March 12, 1946, to Edwin and LaVera (Wendeln) Bretthorst at Nebraska City. She grew up in Dunbar and graduated from Syracuse High School in 1964. She then attended Peru State College and graduated with a bachelor's degree in teaching. She taught at Hastings High School for one year. On June 20, 1970, she was united in marriage to Rodger Bassett. They made their home in Fullerton and she taught at Fullerton Public Schools for 30 years before retiring.Joan loved to collect rare books and her beloved Nancy Drew books. She was able to collect the first edition of every Nancy Drew book. She also enjoyed reading Willa Cather books. Joan was one of the founding members of the Fullerton Book Club and was also a member of First Presbyterian Church. Every summer, Rodger and Joan traveled to New England and toured every historical place possible. They were also known for their annual Christmas party they hosted at their home in Fullerton.She is survived by her husband, Rodger of Fullerton; special friends, Lynn and Traci Belitz of Fullerton; godchildren, Scott Belitz of Fullerton and Allie Remm of Grand Island; and numerous friends and former colleagues.She was preceded in death by her parents.Memorials are suggested to Fullerton Community Church, P.O. Box 832, Fullerton, NE 68638 and Fullerton Friends of the Library, P.O. Box 578, Fullerton, NE 68638. Palmer-Santin Funeral Home Joan Karen Bassett (Picture included) FULLERTON?Joan Karen Bassett, 74, of Fullerton, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 16, 2021, at Arbor Care Center in Fullerton. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, February 20, 2021, at Fullerton Community Church in Fullerton. Reverend Kelly Karges will officiate. The service will be livestreamed on Palmer-Santin Funeral Home?s Facebook page. Burial will follow at Fullerton Cemetery in Fullerton. Visitation will be 4-6 p.m. Friday, February 19th at Fullerton Community Church in Fullerton. Masks are recommended. Palmer-Santin Funeral Home is serving the family. Joan was born March 12, 1946 to Edwin and LaVera (Wendeln) Bretthorst at Nebraska City, NE. She grew up in Dunbar, NE and graduated from Syracuse High School in 1964. After, she attended Peru State College and graduated with a bachelor?s degree in teaching. She taught at Hastings High School for one year. On June 20, 1970, she was united in marriage to Rodger Bassett. They made their home in Fullerton and she taught at Fullerton Public Schools for 30 years before retiring. Joan loved to collect rare books and her beloved Nancy Drew books. She was able to collect the first edition of every Nancy Drew book. She also enjoyed reading Willa Cather books. Joan was one of the founding members of the Fullerton Book Club and was also a member of First Presbyterian Church. Every summer, Rodger and Joan traveled to New England and toured every historical place possible. They were also known for their annual Christmas party they held at their home in Fullerton. She is survived by her husband, Rodger of Fullerton; special friends, Lynn and Traci Belitz of Fullerton; godchildren, Scott Belitz of Fullerton and Allie Remm of Grand Island; and numerous friends and former colleagues. She is preceded in death by her parents. Memorials are suggested to Fullerton Community Church, PO Box 832, Fullerton, NE 68638 and Fullerton Friends of the Library, PO Box 578, Fullerton, NE 68638. | Bretthorst, Joan Karen (I544)
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| 46264 | The Grand Island Independent, Nebraska, Friday, September 5, 2003 Julia M. Bass DONIPHAN -- Julia M. Bass, 76, of Doniphan died Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2003, at home following a lengthy illness. Per Mrs. Bass' wishes, there will be no funeral service or visitation. A private family burial ceremony will be held at a later date at Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Apfel-Butler-Geddes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Mrs. Bass was born Dec. 27, 1926, at Boise, Idaho, to Hugh R. and Ella J. (Schoonover) Stewart. Survivors of her immediate family include her husband, Richard "Dick" Bass, and three sons and a daughter-in-law, Rodney and Lynda Bass of Doniphan, David Bass of Doniphan, and Richard and Jackie Bass of Broken Arrow, Okla. Also surviving are six grandchildren. As a child, Mrs. Bass resided with her family in Idaho, California and Arkansas, where she graduated from high school. She was united in marriage to R.W. "Dick" Bass on Jan. 22, 1945, in Little Rock, Ark. The couple made their home in Grand Island, where Julia was a homemaker and cosmetologist. They later built the first house on Amick Acres in Doniphan and moved there in 1970. Mrs. Bass was a member of the United Methodist Church of Doniphan. She especially enjoyed volunteer work, playing the organ, fishing, flower gardening, bird watching, crafts, knitting and playing bridge. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Harvey and Merle Stewart. To send condolences to the family or to read additional obituary information, please visit our Web site at www.abgfh.com. Memorials may be made to the donor's choice. | Stewart, Julia M. (I27)
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| 46265 | The Grand Island Independent, Nebraska, Tuesday, 22 March 1994 Virginia Bassett McCall, Idaho ? Virginia Mae Bassett, 72, of McCall, Idaho, formerly of Central City, died Saturday, March 19, in McCall. Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday in the chapel of Slot Funeral Home in Central City. Clif Cockburn will officiate. Burial will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Rose hill Cemetery at Albion. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Mrs. Bassett was born July 2, 1922, in Belwood to Ira and Gladys Ostrander. She graduated from Belwood High School. She married Vernon Bassett. She lived in Nebraska where she was a homemaker until 1991 when she moved to McCall. Survivors include three sons, Bob Myers of Grand Island, Myron Bassett of York and Glen Bassett of McCall; one daughter, Juanita Kelley of Central City; four sisters, Marcella Christensen of York, Betty Smith of Omaha, Rose Dominic of Geneva, and Ella Koliath of Pilger; three brothers, Richard Ostrander and Ira Ostrander Jr., both of York, and Parker Ostrander of Omaha; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband and one infant daughter. | Ostrander, Virginia Mae (I5063)
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| 46266 | The Grand Island Independent, Nebraska, Wednesday, October 27, 2010 Steven Lee Bray CENTRAL CITY - Steven Lee Bray, 89, of Central City died Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010, at Litzenberg Memorial County Hospital in Central City. Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at United Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Doug McHargue officiating. Burial will be at 2:30 p.m. Thursday at the Leigh Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Solt Funeral Home in Central City. Mr. Bray was born on Jan. 1, 1921, in Bancroft to Ernest F. and Etta (Bassett) Bray. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Florence, and second wife, Mona. Survivors of the immediate family include his children, John and Mary Hall of Genoa, Peggy Fishler Dey and Bill McNish of Baldwin City, Kan., Chris and Carole Bray of Des Moines, Wash., Pam and Lanny Phillips of Kempner, Texas, Florence and Ernie Morgan of Central City and Ronald "Jack" and Gertrude Bray of Holy Lake Ranch, Texas; 18 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; two brothers, Vernon Bray of Denver, Colo., and Elton Bray of Bancroft; and two sisters, Judy Langfield of Lakewood, Colo., and Anita Freel. He grew up in the Bancroft area and graduated from high school from an area high school. After high school, Steve entered the U.S. Marine Corp and served from March 1941 to May of 1945. He was injured in Okanawa, receiving the purple heart and the Presidential Unit Citation for his service. After being honorably discharged from the military, Steve received his training as a machinist and worked in Milford as a machinist. On Jan. 6, 1947, Steven Bray and Florence Corriea were united in marriage. They made their home in Central City. Steve was a salesman for Watkins, Amway and ConAgra. Florence died on April 28, 1965. Steve and his family continued to live in Central City. On June 7, 1966, he was united in marriage to Mona J. (Decker-Fishler) Bray. In the late 1960's, Steve began his work as a federal meat inspector, retiring on Feb. 2, 1985. After his retirement, he and Mona continued to live in Central City. Mona died on Sept. 17, 2008. Steve was a member of the United Presbyterian Church, the American Legion, the VFW, and the Fraternal Order of Eagle's. He enjoyed working crossword puzzles, he was a coin collector, and avid pool and card player. He loved to dance. He was also preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Justyne Elliott and Myrna Marr, and a granddaughter, Tonya. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.soltfh.com. Please sign the guestbook at www.theindependent.com/obits. | Bray, Stephen Lee (I36075)
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| 46267 | The Grand Rapids Press, Michigan, Friday, 24 April 2026 Jackie Bass Jacqueline Ann Bass, age 83, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at her home at Porter Hills. Jacqueline was born on October 6, 1942, in Lakeview, Michigan, the daughter of Martin and Helen Jozwiak. She later moved to Royal Oak, where she attended high school and briefly studied at Ferris College. Jackie was a devoted homemaker and a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She worked part-time at several retail shops in East Grand Rapids, forming lifelong friendships at Cracker Jacks, Pappagallo's, and Jacobson's. After Jacobson's closed, she worked alongside her son John at his family jewelry store, Thomas S. Fox Jewelry. Jackie found joy in cooking, entertaining, crafting, and playing weekly poker with dear friends. She especially cherished traveling on cruises with Ray and spending time with her family. On October 11, 2000, Jackie was united in marriage to Ramon Leroy Bass, who preceded her in death on April 11, 2016. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Martin and Helen Jozwiak; her brother, James Jozwiak; and her first husband, Thomas G. Turrentine. She is lovingly remembered by her brother, Thomas Jozwiak; her children, Julie (Peter) Gray, John (Joan) Turrentine, and Lisa (Ted) Spooner; and her stepchildren, David (Dianne) Bass, Daniel (Joy) Bass, and Allison (David Flanigan) Bass. She also leaves behind six grandchildren: Margaret, Elizabeth, Thomas, Carter, Spencer, and Cody; and five great-grandchildren: Isabelle, Eloise, David, Jacqueline, and Walker. The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Porter Hills for their exceptional kindness and care. Special thanks to Mickie, Eileen, Laurel, Lori, and Anna, as well as Hannah, Sanela, and Lynn, for their compassion, companionship, and dedicated support. A private family gathering will be held to honor and celebrate Jackie's life. | Jozwiak, Jacqueline Ann (I2958)
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| 46268 | The Grand Rapids Press, Michigan, Monday, 4 August 1969 Flikkema ? Bassett Mr. and Mrs. Koert P. Flikkema, Diamond Ave. SE, announce the engagement of their daughter, Ena D., to Paul R. Bassett, son of Rev. and Mrs. Merrill Bassett of Pasadena, Calif. Miss Flikkema is a senior at Calvin Collete. Her fiancé, a graduate of Pasadena College, is attending Officers? Training School at Ft. Belvoir, Va. A December wedding is planned. | Flikkema, Jantina D. (I21859)
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| 46269 | The Grand Rapids Press, Michigan, Sunday, 19 January 2003 Leo Elmer Bassett BASSETT ? Leo Elmer Bassett, Jr., aged 82, of Wyoming, passed away Saturday, January 18, 2003. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Lillian Bassett; sister, Elthea Beehorst. He is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Emmett and Lorraine Bassett of Wyoming; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral and committal services will be held Monday at 11 AM at the Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville), 4145 Chicago Dr., Grandville, with Rev. Dawn Jones officiating. Interment Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Relatives and friends may meet his family at the funeral home on Monday from 10 to 11 AM prior to the service. | Bassett, Leo Elmer (I19631)
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| 46270 | The Grand Rapids Press, Michigan, Sunday, January 23, 2011 Emmett Bass BASS - Emmett (Leon) Bass, Jr., born April 9, 1947, aged 63 of Belmont, passed away on January 21, 2011 after a brave battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Linda (Rothenthaler) Bass; two daughters, Angela Gessner, Amy Bass and her fiance', Dan Dial; four precious grandchildren, Samantha and Dominik Dzierzyc, Mason and Kamryn Gessner; two sisters, Jean Aycock and Margaret (Jack) Poplin; many nieces, nephews, and friends. Leon served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and had retired from Terryberry after 40 years of service. Relatives and friends may meet his family at the Reyers North Valley Chapel from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, where a celebration of his memories will be held at 7 p.m. Interment in Plainfield Twp. Cemetery. For those who wish, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Diabetes Association. Reyers North Valley Chapel. | Bass, Emmett Leon (I3348)
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| 46271 | The Grand Rapids Press, Michigan, Thursday, 21 March 1991 Bass BASS (Hastings) ? Keith T. Bass, aged 72, passed away Tuesday, March 19, 1991 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Surviving are his wife, Virginia J. Bass; two sons, Duane (Beckie) Bass of Hastings, Lynn Bass of Chicago; one brother, Leland Bass of Delton; three sisters, Mrs. Kenneth (Ruby) Ackley of Woodland, Mrs. Harry (Wilma) McCollum of Morgan, Mrs. Vonda Richards of Hastings; sister-in-law, Mrs. Hazel Bass of Bellevue; nieces and nephews, Preceded in death by a brother, Kenneth Bass and a sister, Norma Barlow. Funeral Services will be held Friday afternoon at 2 p.m. at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Rev. Jerry Drummond officiating. Interment Freeport Cemetery, Freeport. Memorial contributions may be made to Emphysema Association of Barry County. The family will received relatives and friends Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. | Bass, Keith T. (I29)
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| 46272 | The Grand Rapids Press, Michigan, Thursday, 7 October 1937 Mrs. M. Bassett Dies At Cedar Springs Cedar Springs ? Mrs. Maggie Bassett, 68, almost a lifelong resident of Cedar Springs, died Tuesday night. She was born in Canada and came here at the age of 3. Mrs. Bassett was active in religious and social circles and was a member of the O.E.S. She leaves the husband, Frank; four sons, Roy of Sand Lake and Irwin, Alden and Ellsworth of Cedar Springs; two sisters, Mrs. Violet Swank and Mrs. Ann Avery, both of Cedar Springs and eleven grandchildren. Services will be held at 2:30 Friday at the residence with burial here. | McLaughlin, Maggie E. (I10715)
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| 46273 | The Grand Rapids Press, Michigan, Tuesday, 18 November 2008 Virginia J. Bass BASS ? Virginia J. Bass, aged 89, of Hastings, passed away November 16, 2008 at Thornapple Manor, Hastings. She is survived by her two sons, Duane of Freeport and (Beckie Bass) of Hastings and Lynn Bass of Chicago; one brother, Reuben (June) Fish of Freeport; nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband, Keith T. Bass; parents, Allen and Lorna Fish; baby Suann; and brother, Calvin Fish. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, November 19, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at the Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. Interment Freeport Cemetery. Visitation one hour prior to the Service. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice. Arrangements by: Beeler Funeral Home Middleville (269) 795-3694. The Grand Rapids Press, Michigan, Thursday, 30 July 1987 Fish (Freeport) Allen B. Fish, aged 94, passed away Wednesday, July 29, 1987, at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Surviving are his wife, Lorna L. Fish; his children, Reuben and June Fish of Freeport, Keith and Virginia Bass of Hastings; seven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held Friday morning at 11am at the Freeport United Brethren Church, Pastor Jerry Drummond officiating. Interment Freeport Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Freeport United Brethren Church. Visitation Thursday from 10am to 9pm. Keller Funeral Chapel Middleville | Fish, Virginia J. (I30)
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| 46274 | The Grand Rapids Press, Michigan, Tuesday, 8 February 1955 Frank E. Bassett Succumbs at 83 Cedar Springs ? Frank E. Bassett, 83, former Cedar Spring merchant and businessman, died Monday at a Gran convalescent home. Mr. Bassett was co-owner of a local general store here several years and in 1920 was instrumental in developing the Meyers lake resort area, building the pavilion there and platting the area with his partner. In 1924 he built a Cedar Springs service station and from 1929 to 1932 was co-owner of a restaurant here. He retired 12 years ago. Surviving are four sons, Irwin and Alden of Cedar Springs, Roy of Northville and Ellsworth of Wayland. Services will be held at 1:30 Wednesday at the Walsh funeral home, with burial in Elmwood cemetery. 1910 Federal Census of Cedar Springs, Solon Twp., Kent County, MI (5 Apr 1910) Frank Bassett 40 M MI CT MI Head Salesman Genl. Mdse. Maggie E. 40 F CN ST CN Wife Roy E. 19 M MI MI CN Son Salesman Genl. Mdse. Alvin F. 17 M MI MI CN Son Barber Home Shop Alden N. 8 M MI MI CN Son Ellsworth 4 M MI MI CN Son (Married 20 years, 4 children, 4 living) 1920 Federal Census of Cedar Springs, Solon Twp., Kent County, MI (192 Frank E. Bassett 49 M MI MA MA Head Merchant Maggie 50 F CN CN CN Wife Housekeeper Erwin 28 M MI MI CN Son Shoe Factory Aldin M. 17 M MI MI CN Son Attending School Ellsworth M. 12 M MI MI CN Son (Living on Michigan Street) 1930 Federal Census of Solon Twp., Kent County, Michigan (5 Apr 1930) Frank E. Bassett 60 M MI MA MI Head Proprietor Restaurant Maggie E. 60 F CN CN CN Wife (1875) Ellsworth E. 22 M MI MI CN Son (Married at 20 & 20) | Bassett, Frank Ezra (I10714)
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| 46275 | The grandson John listed in the 1851 census is possibly a son of Ann Bassett, daughter of Edward and Emma. 1841 British Census of Sutton Street, Swanscombe, Kent Edward Bassett 37 M Ag Lab Born in County Emma 30 F Born in County Ann 11 F Born in County John 9 M Born in County Susanah 7 F Born in County Mary 4 F Born in County Sophia 2 F Born in County 1851 British Census of Sutton Street, Sutton at Hone, Kent Edward Bassett 46 M Head Titsey, Surrey Labourer Emma 40 F Wife Tonbridge, Surrey Ann 21 F Daughter Limpsfield, Surrey John 19 M Son Horton Kirby, Kent Lab Susan 17 F Daughter Horton Kirby, Kent Amy 14 F Daughter Horton Kirby, Kent Sophia 12 F Daughter Sutton at Hone, Kent William 7 M Son Sutton at Hone, Kent James 5 M Son Sutton at Hone, Kent John 2 M Grson Sutton at Hone, Kent 1861 British Census of No. 1 Crescent, Dartford, Kent Edward Bassett 55 Head Titsey, Surrey Carter in Brickfield Emma 51 Wife Limpsfield, Surrey Work on farm Sophia 22 Daughter Sutton at Hone, Kent Work on farm William 18 Son Sutton at Hone, Kent Laborer in Brickfield James 15 Son Sutton at Hone, Kent Laborer in Brickfield Stephen 9 Son Sutton at Hone, Kent Laborer in Brickfield 1871 British Census of 12 West Street, Dartford, Kent Emma Bassett (Wd) 63 F Head Limpsfield, Surrey Field Work Stephen 19 F Son Sutton at Hone, Kent Ag Lab William Graham 17 M Grson Dartford, Kent Ag Lab Frances 9 M Grson Dartford, Kent | Bassett, Edward (I19)
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| 46276 | The grandson John listed in the 1851 census is possibly a son of Ann Bassett, daughter of Edward and Emma. 1841 British Census of Sutton Street, Swanscombe, Kent Edward Bassett 37 M Ag Lab Born in County Emma 30 F Born in County Ann 11 F Born in County John 9 M Born in County Susanah 7 F Born in County Mary 4 F Born in County Sophia 2 F Born in County 1851 British Census of Sutton Street, Sutton at Hone, Kent Edward Bassett 46 M Head Titsey, Surrey Labourer Emma 40 F Wife Tonbridge, Surrey Ann 21 F Daughter Limpsfield, Surrey John 19 M Son Horton Kirby, Kent Lab Susan 17 F Daughter Horton Kirby, Kent Amy 14 F Daughter Horton Kirby, Kent Sophia 12 F Daughter Sutton at Hone, Kent William 7 M Son Sutton at Hone, Kent James 5 M Son Sutton at Hone, Kent John 2 M Grson Sutton at Hone, Kent 1861 British Census of No. 1 Crescent, Dartford, Kent Edward Bassett 55 Head Titsey, Surrey Carter in Brickfield Emma 51 Wife Limpsfield, Surrey Work on farm Sophia 22 Daughter Sutton at Hone, Kent Work on farm William 18 Son Sutton at Hone, Kent Laborer in Brickfield James 15 Son Sutton at Hone, Kent Laborer in Brickfield Stephen 9 Son Sutton at Hone, Kent Laborer in Brickfield 1871 British Census of 12 West Street, Dartford, Kent Emma Bassett (Wd) 63 F Head Limpsfield, Surrey Field Work Stephen 19 F Son Sutton at Hone, Kent Ag Lab William Graham 17 M Grson Dartford, Kent Ag Lab Frances 9 M Grson Dartford, Kent | Jupp, Emma (I20)
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| 46277 | The grandson of Joe Edward Bass is DNA Kit #73230. | Bass, Joe Edward (I219)
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| 46278 | The gravestone for Augustus Americus Bassett says he died in 1869. 1850 Federal Census of District No. 2, Harrison County, Kentucky Jonathan Bassett - 48 - M - Kentucky - Farmer 3800 Elizabeth - 47 - F - Kentucky Elizabeth - 25 - F - Kentucky Ellen - 20 - F - Kentucky William - 18 - M - Kentucky Thomas D. - 13 - M - Kentucky Americus A. - 11 - M - Kentucky Vrginia B. - 6 - F - Kentucky | Bassett, Augustus Americus (I569)
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| 46279 | The Great seal of the Choctaw Nation Jay Evan Pete Bass Born: 12/24/1963 Died: 10/01/2008 Jay Evan "Pete" Bass, 44, passed away October 1, 2008, at his home in Stigler. He was born December 24, 1963, in Jacksonville, Arkansas, to Gene and Sue Hall Bass. Mr. Bass was a 1982 graduate of Stigler High School where he was deeply involved in school leadership and was a four-year letterman in all sports. An avid OU fan, he went on to graduate from the University of Oklahoma in 1988 with a bachelor?s degree in Management Information Systems. His career accomplishments are varied and impressive, serving in a management capacity in restaurants, health care and other high profile businesses. His most prized service was as city manager for his beloved hometown of Stigler. An intensely organized manager, Pete was instrumental in the planning and construction of the recently completed Roye Parki, a great source of pride. His leadership and talents extended to many areas, with Leadership Oklahoma, a select organization of Oklahoma?s elite community and business leaders, among the most prominent. He was a proud member of the First Baptist Church of Whitefield. He was preceded in death by his stepfather, Jim Clark; his grandparents, Jim Sr. and Ann Hall, and Elgie Bass. Survivors include his daughter, Jaedyn Bass, and son, Lakin Bass, both of the home; his mother, Sue Clark of Stigler; his father, Gene Bass and wife Betty of McAlester; Shelli Bass and Tuesdae Riley of Stigler; one sister, Janice Bracken and husband Mike of Stigler; one brother, Jim Bass and wife Helen of Oklahoma City; grandmother, Alma Ruth Bass of Muskogee; six stepbrothers, James, Jeff and Greg Belote, David, John and Jim Clark; two nephews, two nieces and their children; and a tightknit extended family and countless number of friends and acquaintances. | Bass, Jay Evan Pete (I122)
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| 46280 | The Greatest Pitcher Story, by Wally Bassett My father, Grady Bassett, was born in Centerville, Georgia in 1906. He was born fourth of five children. Dad's family was so ppor he had to go to work when he was only seven. Children only attended school in the off season. The off season meant there were no crops to gather, no fields to plow, or no seeds to plant. All dad's brothers were good athletes, and working in the fields gave good opportunities for playing ball. They used cornstalks for bats, pine cones for balls, and seed sacks for bases. Only four boys were needed for playing what we now call baseball. Years passed quickly and dad was a boy no longer. Pinecones were replaced with baseballs and cornstalks with bats. The cornfields were left behind for a baseball field. Word of dad's pitching success spread quickly. His reputation for pitching so hard became one of fear and terror for opposing batters. The spped of his pitch was devastating. Some even said he had a "million dollar arm" and a "two cent head." It didn't bother him that this was said, he played the game because he loved it, not for the money. Dad once struck out thirty-two batters in one game. Five batters reached first base on passed balls after swinging at a third strike. Nicknames always follow great people. "The Bambino" was Babe Ruth. "The Mick" was Micky Mantle, "Satch) was Satchal Page, and "Fireball Bassett" was my father, The Greatest Pitcher Ever! | Bassett, Albert Grady (I1607)
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| 46281 | The Greatest Pitcher Story, by Wally Bassett My father, Grady Bassett, was born in Centerville, Georgia in 1906. He was born fourth of five children. Dad's family was so poor he had to go to work when he was only seven. Children only attended school in the off season. The off season meant there were no crops to gather, no fields to plow, or no seeds to plant. All dad's brothers were good athletes, and working in the fields gave good opportunities for playing ball. They used cornstalks for bats, pine cones for balls, and seed sacks for bases. Only four boys were needed for playing what we now call baseball. Years passed quickly and dad was a boy no longer. Pinecones were replaced with baseballs and cornstalks with bats. The cornfields were left behind for a baseball field. Word of dad's pitching success spread quickly. His reputation for pitching so hard became one of fear and terror for opposing batters. The speed of his pitch was devastating. Some even said he had a "million dollar arm" and a "two cent head." It didn't bother him that this was said, he played the game because he loved it, not for the money. Dad once struck out thirty-two batters in one game. Five batters reached first base on passed balls after swinging at a third strike. Nicknames always follow great people. "The Bambino" was Babe Ruth. "The Mick" was Micky Mantle, "Satch) was Satchal Page, and "Fireball Bassett" was my father, The Greatest Pitcher Ever! McCullough Funeral Home, 19 December 2024 William Wallace Bassett William Wallace Bassett, beloved educator, coach, and community leader, passed away on December 18, 2024, at the age of 83. He was born on March 24, 1941, in Houston, Texas, to the late Grady and Gladys Hardison Bassett. Wally?s life was one marked by an unwavering dedication to excellence, service, and love for his community. After graduating from high school, he signed with the Philadelphia Phillies, a promising start to what would be a storied career in sports. Though a significant elbow injury led to his early retirement from professional baseball, Wally?s passion for athletics continued throughout his life. He attended Georgia Southwestern College, where he lettered in three sports, and later went on to Troy University, where he excelled in two sports, including football?despite having never played the game before. His commitment to learning and his athleticism earned him recognition as a scholar-athlete, and he ultimately earned his master?s degree from the University of Georgia. Wally?s teaching career spanned decades, shaping the lives of countless students and athletes in the Houston County area. He began as a coach at Northside High School in 1965, where he led the football program until 1972. His leadership and passion for the game were evident, and his influence left a lasting mark on the students and athletes he mentored. In 1973, Wally transitioned into educational administration, serving as Assistant Principal at Warner Robins Junior High. The following year, he became Principal at Centerville Elementary School, where he would serve with distinction from 1975 until his retirement in 2005. Under his guidance, Centerville Elementary became a trailblazer, becoming the first school in the district to embrace computer technology. Wally?s visionary leadership helped shape the school into one of the finest in the area, and his legacy of excellence was recognized with numerous honors, including: the 1998 Georgia School Bell Winner, the 1998 Georgia School of Excellence, the 1999 National Blue Ribbon School, the 2003 National Distinguished Principal (NAESP), and the 2004 UGA Mary Frances Early College of Education ? Lifetime Achievement Award. Wally was an active member of various educational associations, including the Georgia Association of Educational Leaders (GAEL), the Georgia Association of Elementary School Principals (GAESP), and the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP). His work in education extended beyond the classroom, as he also served on the board of the HEA Credit Union, including a term as president, and played a key role in the construction of their new credit union building. Wally was also a devoted member of Centerville Baptist Church. Away from his professional life, Wally was a man of many passions. He enjoyed playing golf, participating in adult softball leagues, and had a lifelong love for cars, motorcycles, guns, and guitars. His enthusiasm for music was well-known, and he cherished the opportunity to play and share his love for it with others. Additionally, Wally had a special talent for videoing weddings, a hobby he pursued with great joy as he captured the most special moments for couples to cherish forever. Wally?s warmth, humor, and dedication to his family, friends, and community will be dearly missed. In addition to his parents, Wally was preceded in death by his brother, Grady Bassett, Jr. and his grandson Brett Mead. His memory will forever be treasured by his loving wife, Andrea Bassett; children, Troy Bassett (Amy) of Watkinsville, Georgia, and Leigh Healey (Mark) of Byron, Georgia; grandchildren, Carsyn Bassett of Watkinsville, Georgia, and Kaleb Mead (Meredith) of Colorado Springs, Colorado; and sister, Frances McDaniel of Byron, Georgia. Visitation will be on Saturday, December 28, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., at McCullough Funeral Home with a funeral service immediately following in the chapel. Afterward, Wally will be laid to rest privately. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully suggests memorial donations be given in memory of William Wallace ?Wally? Bassett to Friendship Baptist Church Building Fund or St. Jude?s Children?s Research Hospital by visiting https://www.stjude.org/donate. Go to www.mcculloughfh.com to sign the Online Registry for the family. McCullough Funeral Home and Crematory has the privilege of being entrusted with these arrangements. McCullough Funeral Home, 19 December 2024 William Wallace Bassett William Wallace Bassett, beloved educator, coach, and community leader, passed away on December 18, 2024, at the age of 83. He was born on March 24, 1941, in Houston, Texas, to the late Grady and Gladys Hardison Bassett. Wally?s life was one marked by an unwavering dedication to excellence, service, and love for his community. After graduating from high school, he signed with the Philadelphia Phillies, a promising start to what would be a storied career in sports. Though a significant elbow injury led to his early retirement from professional baseball, Wally?s passion for athletics continued throughout his life. He attended Georgia Southwestern College, where he lettered in three sports, and later went on to Troy University, where he excelled in two sports, including football?despite having never played the game before. His commitment to learning and his athleticism earned him recognition as a scholar-athlete, and he ultimately earned his master?s degree from the University of Georgia. Wally?s teaching career spanned decades, shaping the lives of countless students and athletes in the Houston County area. He began as a coach at Northside High School in 1965, where he led the football program until 1972. His leadership and passion for the game were evident, and his influence left a lasting mark on the students and athletes he mentored. In 1973, Wally transitioned into educational administration, serving as Assistant Principal at Warner Robins Junior High. The following year, he became Principal at Centerville Elementary School, where he would serve with distinction from 1975 until his retirement in 2005. Under his guidance, Centerville Elementary became a trailblazer, becoming the first school in the district to embrace computer technology. Wally?s visionary leadership helped shape the school into one of the finest in the area, and his legacy of excellence was recognized with numerous honors, including: the 1998 Georgia School Bell Winner, the 1998 Georgia School of Excellence, the 1999 National Blue Ribbon School, the 2003 National Distinguished Principal (NAESP), and the 2004 UGA Mary Frances Early College of Education ? Lifetime Achievement Award. Wally was an active member of various educational associations, including the Georgia Association of Educational Leaders (GAEL), the Georgia Association of Elementary School Principals (GAESP), and the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP). His work in education extended beyond the classroom, as he also served on the board of the HEA Credit Union, including a term as president, and played a key role in the construction of their new credit union building. Wally was also a devoted member of Centerville Baptist Church. Away from his professional life, Wally was a man of many passions. He enjoyed playing golf, participating in adult softball leagues, and had a lifelong love for cars, motorcycles, guns, and guitars. His enthusiasm for music was well-known, and he cherished the opportunity to play and share his love for it with others. Additionally, Wally had a special talent for videoing weddings, a hobby he pursued with great joy as he captured the most special moments for couples to cherish forever. Wally?s warmth, humor, and dedication to his family, friends, and community will be dearly missed. In addition to his parents, Wally was preceded in death by his brother, Grady Bassett, Jr. and his grandson Brett Mead. His memory will forever be treasured by his loving wife, Andrea Bassett; children, Troy Bassett (Amy) of Watkinsville, Georgia, and Leigh Healey (Mark) of Byron, Georgia; grandchildren, Carsyn Bassett of Watkinsville, Georgia, and Kaleb Mead (Meredith) of Colorado Springs, Colorado; and sister, Frances McDaniel of Byron, Georgia. Visitation will be on Saturday, December 28, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., at McCullough Funeral Home with a funeral service immediately following in the chapel. Afterward, Wally will be laid to rest privately. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully suggests memorial donations be given in memory of William Wallace ?Wally? Bassett to Friendship Baptist Church Building Fund or St. Jude?s Children?s Research Hospital by visiting https://www.stjude.org/donate. Go to www.mcculloughfh.com to sign the Online Registry for the family. McCullough Funeral Home and Crematory has the privilege of being entrusted with these arrangements. | Bassett, William Wallace (I1936)
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| 46282 | The Greeneville News April 29, 2010 Sara Nell Bassett Sara Nell Bassett, 73, of Simpsonville passed away on April 26, 2010. A memorial service will be on Friday, May 14, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. at Holy Cross Episcopal Church in Simpsonville. Cannon Funeral Home Jones Chapel. | Windham, Sara Nell (I509)
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| 46283 | The Greenfield Daily Recorder Gazette, Friday, December 14, 1934 Mrs. Emma Bassett Mrs. Emma Haverly Bassett, 71, widow of Rollin Bassett, died yesterday at the Franklin County hospital after a brief illness. Mrs. Bassett was born Emma Lanfair in Clarksburg and spent her early life in North Adams. A number of years ago she came to Greenfield with her husband, who took over a plumbing and steamfitting business on Bank Row, which he conducted until his death. They had one child who died at the age of seven years. On Oct. 20, 1920, Mrs. Bassett married Rollin Bassett, long a prominent citizen of Greenfield, whose death occurred in 1921. Mrs. Bassett was a member of the Methodist church for many years and was also identified with Arcana chapter, Eastern Star. She is survived by seven stepchildren, several of whom live in Greenfield. The funeral will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Methodist church, with Rev. Dr. Herbert F. Randolph officiating and burial will be in the Federal street cemetery. | (Lanfair) Haverly, Emma (I32689)
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| 46284 | The Greenfield Recorder, August 6, 2016 Rita M. (DesRosiers) Bassett (1922-2016) GREENFIELD - Rita Mary (DesRosiers) Bassett, 93, of Summer Street passed away peacefully at home in the company of her loved ones on Wednesday, 7/13/2016. She was born in Holyoke on September 23,1922, the daughter of Francis and Cecile (Palmer) DesRosiers. After the family moved to Gill, Rita attended schools in Turners Falls, MA. Rita worked at the Greenfield Tap & Die for several years. It was there that she met her future husband, Douglas. They were wed on July 29, 1944. Douglas joined the Service where he served as an Aviation Radioman for the US Navy during World War II. He was stationed in Florida and Rita joined him there. They enjoyed their time together, off and on between his trips to South America. When the war was over, they moved back to MA and settled in Greenfield. Rita and Douglas were married for 70 years until Douglas died in 2014. They had 9 children together. When the children were in school, Rita worked part-time as a bookkeeper for Donovan's Electric Company in 1969. After the business closed, she worked for 15 years, part-time in retail, for Wilson's Department Store. Among her survivors, Rita leaves behind eight children; David of Greenfield, Marilyn Kuzmeskus of Deerfield, Donald of Leyden, Susan of Greenfield, Pamela of Feeding Hills, Michael of Montague, James of Bernardston and Robert of Montague. She also leaves behind a sister, Lois Guilbeault of Turners Falls, 10 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren, as well as many nieces and friends. Rita was predeceased by her husband, Douglas, her daughter, Patricia, her sisters Regina, Clemance, Leona, Claire and brother, Frances. Rita loved to read and tend her flower gardens. She took pleasure in feeding and watching birds. Rita loved swimming and enjoyed teaching her children and grandchildren to swim. She loved traveling with her family and she spent many winters in Florida with her beloved husband. We, her family, will always cherish her soft-spoken, gentle, wise and unpretentious ways. She was the wind beneath our wings. A memorial service will be held on September 18 at 3 p.m. at the Kostanski Funeral Home, 220 Federal Street, Greenfield, MA. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Franklin County, 329 Conway Street, Suite 2, Greenfield, MA 01301. Sympathy message available at www.kostanskifuneralhome.com. | Desrosiers, Rita Mary (I17353)
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| 46285 | The Greenfield Recorder, February 18, 2015 Ben ?Benny? Bessette (1987 ? 2015) (Picture included) GILL - Ben ""Benny"" Bessette, 27, of 4 Main Road, died Thursday, February 12, 2015 at Baystate Medical Center, Springfield, MA, due to complications associated with a respiratory condition. Born on April 28, 1987 to Dana F. and Joan A. (Gleason) Bessette, he was educated in Montague Public Schools and was a graduate of Franklin County Technical School, where he excelled in the auto body program. At the time of Ben's passing, he was working at the Spirit Shoppe, in both Deerfield and Gill, MA, as well as for Dunkin' Donuts in Deerfield. Ben was an avid New York Yankee's fan, living in Red Sox nation. He loved children, who were drawn to his gentle and loving spirit. Ben enjoyed fresh water fishing and the ocean, in particular his favorite destination-Hampton Beach, N.H. He could be found most often, spending time with his family and numerous friends. He is lovingly remembered by his parents of Turners Falls, MA, as well as by his siblings: Jeffrey A. Bessette of Northfield, MA, Jannell A. Belanger of OK, Stephanie A. Belanger of Turners Falls, MA and Jessica M. Fox and her husband Noah, of Turners Falls, MA. Additionally, Ben leaves his devoted paternal grandmother-Amelia ""Millie"" Bessette of Turners Falls, MA, in addition to his nieces and nephews: Kaineeca, Taylana, Natalie, Brittany and Liam, as well as several Aunts, Uncles and cousins to remember him with great affection. He was predeceased by his maternal grandparents - Theresa and Rudolph Gleason, and by his paternal grandfather-Charles Bessette. Services in celebration of Ben's life, will be conducted on Saturday, February 21, 2015 at 11:00 AM, from the McCarthy Funeral Homes, 14 Prospect Street, Turners Falls, MA. Rev. Fr. Thomas Lisowski, Pastor of St. Patrick's Church, Northfield, MA to preside and offer the Catholic Rite of Burial service. Rites of committal and burial will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery, Turners Falls, MA. Guests may call prior on Saturday morning, from 9:00 AM until the time of the services. Expressions of affection in the form of a charitable contributions in Ben's memory, are suggested in lieu of flowers to the Salvation Army of Greenfield, 72 Chapman Street, Greenfield, MA 01301 or to Life Choice Donor Services, Attn: Deborah Savaria, CEO, 8 Griffin Road North, Suite 200B, Windsor, CT 06095, as Ben was a donor. The McCarthy Funeral Homes of Greenfield and Turners Falls, MA have been entrusted with the arrangements. Guest book and condolence message available at: www.mccarthyfuneralhomes.com. | Bessette, Ben (I16723)
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| 46286 | The Greenfield Recorder, Friday, June 17, 1921 Rollin Bassett Rollin Bassett, 65, died last night after a short illness at his home, 269 Chapman street. He was born in Heath, the son of William Bassett, and lived in that town, where he was a prosperous farmer, until 23 years ago, when he retired and came to Greenfield. He leaves a widow, three daughters, Mrs. Carroll Everett of Poland Springs, Me.; Mrs. George Evere3tt of Noleboro, Me., and Mrs. Newton Dix of this town; four sons, William R. Bassett of Shelburne, Frank H. and Samuel D. Bassett of this town, and Arthur M. Bassett of Lansford, Pa., children of his first marriage, and a brother, Walter H. Bassett of New Bedford, formerly of Greenfield. He was a member of the Methodist church and active in all its interests. He had a fine tenor voice and formerly led the choir. The funeral will be held Monday afternoon at 3 o?clock from the home. Rev. W. Henry McLean will officiate. The burial will be in Green River cemetery. Springfield Republican, June 23, 1921 Rollin Bassett Dead Passes Away After Short Illness at Chapman-Street Home Rollin Bassett, 65, died Thursday after a short illness, at his home in Greenfield. He was born in Heath, the son of William Bassett. He lived in Heath, where he was occupied in farming, until 23 years ago, when he retired and came to Greenfield. He is survived by his widow; three daughters,, Mrs. Carroll Everett of Poland Springs, Me., Mrs. George Everett of Nobleboro, Me., and Mrs. Newton Dix of Greenfield; four sons, William of Shelburne, Arthur of Lansford, Pa., and Frank H. and Samuel D. of Greenfield, and a brother, Walter H. Bassett of New Bedford. He was a member of the Methodist church and active in all its interests. 1880 Federal Census of Heath, Franklin County, Massachusetts Rollin Bassett 24 M MA MA MA Head Farmer Emma L. 23 F MA MA MA Wife Keeping House Maud 2/12 F MA MA MA Daughter 1900 Federal Census of Greenfield, Franklin County, MA (18 Jun 1900) Rollin Bassett 44 Jul 1855 M MA MA MA Head Farmer Emma L. 43 Mar 1857 F MA MA MA Wife Maud 20 Mar 1880 F MA MA MA Daughter Teacher Ralph H. 18 Oct 1881 M MA MA MA Son Farm Laborer Bertha B. 16 Sep 1883 F MA MA MA Daughter At School William R. 14 Nov 1885 M MA MA MA Son At School Franklin H. 10 Aug 1889 M MA MA MA Son At School Florence E. 6 Jun 1893 F MA MA MA Daughter At School Arthur W. 3 Jan 1897 M MA MA MA Son Samuel D. 10/12 Aug 1899 M MA MA MA Son (Married 21 years, 8 children, 8 living) He attended the public schools of Heath, Massachusetts, the Brimfield High School, and the Power's Institute at Bernardston. He was a farmer and dairyman in Heath. In 1898, he removed to Greenfield, Massachusetts and purchased the Deacon Stickney homestead, where he was again a farmer and dairyman. He was vice-president of the Vermont Lime Company. | Bassett, Rollin (I10642)
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| 46287 | The Greenfield Recorder, June 23, 2015 Cheryl L. (Sedlak) Bassett (Picture included) GREENFIELD - Cheryl L. (Sedlak) Bassett, 57, of Riddell Street died Saturday 6/20/15 at home. She was born in Northampton on September 25, 1957, the daughter of Richard and Arlene (Laflam) Sedlak, Sr. She was a graduate of Easthampton High School Class of 1975. Cheryl was employed by the Baystate Franklin Medical Center for 32 years, working in various positions within the hospital. Most recently, she was in the medical coding and billing department at BHS Ambulance. Spending time with family and friends was the most important aspect of her life but what made her most happy was raising and caring for son Sam who she adored. Family vacations at Disney World and camping with friends in Maine were her favorite ways to relax. She also enjoyed gardening, was an avid reader of biographies and history, loved music (especially the Beatles) and sunning at the beach taking time out looking for shells and sea glass. Besides her beloved husband of 35 years, James Bassett, Cheryl leaves a son, Samuel of Greenfield, her parents, Richard and Arlene Sedlak, a sister, Darlene Sedlak and husband John Geryk, all of Punta Gorda, Florida, two brothers, Richard Sedlak, Jr. and wife Anita of Easthampton and John Sedlak and wife Gwen of Kannapolis, NC, and two nieces, Betsy and Tracy Sedlak, both of Wilmington, NC. As well as her mother-in-law Barbara Bassett, brothers-in-law, Jon Bassett, Andy Bassett and his wife Laurie, Dan Bassett, Jesse Bassett and his wife Jennifer, sisters-in-law Annmarie Mason, Jennifer Willor and her husband Brian, Cathy Campbell and her husband Ken and many nieces and nephews. Cheryl was predeceased by her niece, Jamie Gosselin in 1999, father-in-law Ronald Bassett in 2012 and sister-in-law Eva Bassett in 2013. An informal Celebration of Cheryl's Life will be held on Monday, June 29 at 5 p.m. at Terrazza Ristorante at Country Club of Greenfield, 244 Country Club Road, Greenfield, MA. RSVP to 413-522-0585 by 6/25. A special thank you to Hospice of Franklin County; Kathy, Sandra, Tara, Deb and Jen and to Baystate Franklin Medical Center Oncology; Eva, Carol, Sue, Sarah, Christine and Daika. From the bottom of our hearts, a huge thank you to Dr. McCann, Dr. Kaufman and Trish McGovern. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Franklin County, 329 Conway St., Greenfield, MA 01301 or to the Baystate Franklin Medical Center Oncology Department, 164 High St., Greenfield, MA 01301 or to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Arrangements are under the direction of the Kostanski Funeral Home. Sympathy message available at www.kostanskifuneralhome.com. | Sedlak, Cheryl (I15624)
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| 46288 | The Greenfield Recorder, March 7, 2014 Allison ?Allie? (Murley) O?Kula (1923-2014 GREENFIELD - Allison ""Allie"" (Murley) O'Kula, 90, died Thursday (3-6-14) at Charlene Manor Extended Care Facility. She was born in Greenfield on April 23, 1923, the daughter of Percy and Gladys (Bassett) Murley. She attended local schools in Greenfield and was a graduate of Greenfield High School. Allie was a cook and baker at Four Corners Elementary School for many years. She enjoyed and taught ceramics. Among her survivors, Allie leaves two sons, Dennis J. and his wife Irina of Ipswich, MA, and Gary A. and his wife Denise of Londonberry, NH; a daughter, Judith L. O'Kula-O'Neil and her husband Thomas of Deerfield; four grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, John O'Kula, on Feb. 15, 1996. A Liturgy of Christian Burial will be held Monday (3-10-14) at 10am at Blessed Sacrament Church with the Rev. Timothy J. Campoli, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Winchester, NH, in the spring. There will be no calling hours. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 480 Pleasant St., Watertown, MA 02472 or enjoy taking a friend out to dinner. Arrangements are under the direction of the Kostanski Funeral Home. Sympathy message available at: www.kostanskifuneralhome.com. | Murley, Allison (I8717)
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| 46289 | The Greenfield Recorder, Massachusetts, 29 November 2022 Stephen J. Bassett Turners Falls, MA - Stephen J. Bassett, 70, of Fifth St. passed away Thursday November 17, 2022, at Greenfield Rehab. Steve was born October 25, 1952, in Turners Falls, the son of John "Jack" and Lenore (Varilly) Bassett. He attended local schools and graduated from Turners Falls High School. Steve worked at the GTD for many years. He later worked for Reil Cleaning Service. He was an avid New York Giants, Red Sox and Celtics fan. Steve leaves his wife, Renee Randall Bassett, a step-son Eric Bell, and his siblings; Gail Byrnes of Rowley, MA, Sheila Beck and her husband Rick of Auburn, NH, Thomas Bassett and his wife Bernadette of Windham ME, and Julie Pelletier and her husband Bob of Turners Falls. Steve also leaves his mother in-law Lettice Randall of Shelburne Falls, granddaughter Rei-Lynn, and brothers in-law, Stephan Randall of Turners Falls, Jesse Randall of Shelburne Falls plus many nieces and nephews and several aunts and uncles. Services will be private and at the convenience of his family. Arrangements are under the direction of Kostanski Funeral Home. For condolences, please visit www.kostanskifuneralhom.com. | Bassett, Stephen J. (I60)
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| 46290 | The Greenfield Recorder, Massachusetts, November 28, 2016 Robert W. ?Bob? Duprey (1931-2016) (Picture included) Robert "Bob" Duprey, 85, formerly of Greenfield, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2016 in Sarasota, Florida. He was born in Greenfield, MA on October 27, 1931. Bob was the beloved husband of the late Beverly (Bassett) Duprey. Bob leaves behind a daughter Susan Mazik of Lakewood Ranch, FL and a son Michael Duprey of Winchester, NH. He also leaves five grandchildren; Nicole Fahey of Turners Falls, MA, Kaela Marguet of Gill, MA, Chris Duprey of Greenfield, MA, Ryan Mazik of Lakewood Ranch, FL, Shannon Mazik of Lakewood Ranch, FL, three great-grandchildren: Brynna and Tilly Fahey and Noah Marguet. Bob was known to his grandchildren as "Bapa". Bob also leaves behind his sister Marion Tyni of Hawaii and his brother John Duprey of Greenfield, MA. He was predeceased by his brother William. Bob served in the US Navy during the Korean War. He worked for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts prior to fulfilling his dream of owning a tavern. Bob owned the Rist Tavern in Greenfield for 28 years and was loved by his patrons as if they were his family. His 80th birthday celebration was held at his old Tavern, now known as Smitty's Pub. Bob was a member of the Elks Club, Moose Club and the American Legion. His sense of humor and sarcasm always made people laugh and thoroughly enjoyed his company. He loved attending Greenfield High School football games where his son Mike was head coach. Bob also loved to travel in his RV and he was an avid card player and would often play until the wee hours of the morning. No matter where he was, he always struck up a conversation with someone and was always teasing. He was loved and admired by all. Calling hours will be Friday from 4 to 6 pm at the Smith-Kelleher Funeral Home, 87 Franklin St., Greenfield, MA. Funeral services will follow on Saturday, December 3 at 10 a.m. at the funeral home followed by burial at Green River Cemetery in Greenfield. To order flowers, sign a guestbook or leave a message of condolence to Bob's family, please visit www.smithkelleherfuneralhome.com. | Duprey, Robert W. (I17929)
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| 46291 | The Greenfield Recorder, Massachusetts, Wednesday, 5 February 2025 Jonathan C. Bassett Montague, MA - Jonathan (Jon) Craig Bassett, 69, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. Born in Greenfield on May 7, 1955, Jon was the son of Ronald and Barbara Bassett. He married Eva Marie Brown in 1984 in Bernardston and was a devoted husband, caring for Eva with love and dedication during her battle with cancer. Jon spent many years working for the United States Postal Service. He had a passion for coaching his son's baseball teams, motorcycle rides, cooking, and sharing time with family and friends. Above all, he was a proud father and grandfather who cherished his loved ones. He is survived by his mother, Barbara; his sons, Craig (Alex) Bassett of Athol and Peter (Carly) Bassett of Bernardston; and his beloved grandchildren, Madison and Dean Bassett. He also leaves behind his brothers, Jim, Andy, Danny, and Jesse; his sisters, Annmarie, Jennifer, and Catherine; as well as many nieces and nephews. In keeping with Jon's wishes, there will be a celebration of life in the spring. For condolences, please visit www.kostanskifuneralhome.com. | Bassett, Jonathan Craig (I15614)
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| 46292 | The Greenfield Recorder, Thursday, December 20, 2012 Dorothy I. Gilbert PLAINFIELD ? Dorothy Irene (Bassett) Gilbert, 92, of 464 West Main St., died Monday, Dec. 17, 2012, at Wingate at Springfield. She was born in Montague, March 3, 1920, the daughter of William and Clarissa (Wallace) Bassett. She was a 1938 graduate of Arms Academy in Shelburne Falls. She owned and operated a riding stable, 5 Star Ranch, in Plainfield for several years. Dot was an Avon representative for 15 years. Other employment included the former LaBelle?s Nursing Home in Shelburne Falls and Peck?s Apple Orchard in Shelburne. She was married to Gerard M. Gilbert on Nov. 27, 1941. He predeceased her on Aug. 17, 2000. Survivors include her son, William G. (Kay) of Plainfield; two daughters, Gwendolyn (Richard) Campbell of Campbell, CA, and Shelby J. Hill of Montgomery; seven grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by three sisters and one brother. Calling hours will be Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Smith-Kelleher Funeral Home in Shelburne Falls. Burial will be in Hilltop Cemetery, Plainfield, in the spring. In lieu of flowers, it is suggested donations be made to Hospice of Franklin County, 329 Conway St., Greenfield, MA 01301. Messages of condolence may be sent to: www.smithkelleherfuneralhome.com. | Bassett, Dorothy Irene (I21296)
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| 46293 | The Greenfield Recorder, Wednesday, 11 Mar 2009 Gladys M. Richardson SHELBURNE – Gladys M. Richardson, 81, of Bardwells Ferry Road, died Monday, March 9, 2009 at Buckley Health Center in Greenfield after a short illness. She was born July 11, 1927, in Shelburne, the daughter of William and Clarissa Bassett. She was married to Donald F. Richardson in 1947. He predeceased her on March 16, 2002. She leaves her three beloved children: her son, Thomas E. and his wife Janet; her son, John W., and her daughter, Connie M. Richardson along with Connie’s husband, Henry Burt, all of Shelburne. She also leaves several grandchildren and great-grandchildren, whom she enjoyed spending time with. She also leaves her sister, Gertrude of Stanford, Conn.; her sister, Dorothy Gilbert of Plainfield, and her sister-in-law, Mary Bassett of Shelburne Falls, and many nieces and nephews. Gladys was raised on her family farm in Shelburne and loved helping her father tend the farm. During that time she attended and graduated from Arms Academy in Shelburne Falls. She was a World War II volunteer at the look out post for planes in Shelburne and reported her sightings. She met her husband, Donald, when he returned from the war and they married and built their home together, where she enjoyed raising her three children. She was a member of the Shelburne Congregational Church and in years pa helped teach Sunday School classes and played the piano. Gladys loved being at home in Shelburne with her children and grandchildren and in the recent year her great-grandchildren. She enjoyed reading and watching the many birds that came to the feeders in the yard. She especially enjoyed her cat, Snooky. There are no calling hours. The family is planning a memorial service at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make your contributions to the Shelburne Volunteer Fire Department. | Bassett, Gladys Marie (I21298)
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| 46294 | The Greenfield Recorder, Wednesday, 25 Mar 2009 Russell M. Bassett COLRAIN – Russell M. “Russ” Bassett, 87, of 43 Christian Hill Road, died peaceably at home on Sunday, March 22, 2009, surrounded by his devoted grandson, Russell A. Page, and his daughter, Ellie Bassett. He was born in Greenfield, May 10, 1921, the son of Joseph and Sadie (Pratt) Bassett. He was a graduate of Greenfield High School, Class of 1939. Russ was a veteran of World War II. A chief petty officer first class, he served aboard the aircraft carrier USS Wasp. He was an Aviation Machinist Mate and Aierial Gunnery NAS. He was a professional photographer, a finished carpenter and woodcarver. He loved to travel. Russ was devoted to his family and always had an outreached hand to help those in need. He never hesitated to tell his family and friends how much he “loved them”. He is survived by his loving wife of nine years, Viola Bassett of Hudson, Fla.; his eldest daughter, Robin M. Bassett of Vermont; twin daughters, Candith H. Blake and her husband George A. of Vermont and Cheryl E. “Ellie” Bassett; grandchildren, Russell A. Page, Ian A. Blake, Dawn S. Wood, Kathryn M. Wood, Sara L. Wood-LeGate and her husband Gene LeGate and Margrette E. Wood-Domingue and her husband Bradley Domingue; great-grandchildren, Olivia H. Wood, Claire LeGate, Connor A. Page and Elijah A. Page. He was predeceased by his beloved with of 34 years, Margrette M. Bassett, who died in 1981, and great-granddaughter, Katelynne E. Page. Services will be held later in the spring at Howland Cemetery in Conway. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 505 North Parkway, Memphis, TN 38105, in memory of his great-granddaughter, Katelynne E. Page. Arrangements are under the direction of Wrisley Funeral Home, South Deerfield. He loved to travel, was an avid motorcyclist and pilot. Russ was devoted to his family and always had an outreached hand to help those in need. He never hesitated to tell his family and friends how much he ''loved them.'' The Greenfield Records, Saturday, November 14, 2009 Bassett Services COLRAIN – Committal services, with military honors, for Russell M. Bassett, 87, of Colrain, who died March 22, at home, will be Sunday at 2 p.m. in Howland Cemetery, Conway. | Bassett, Russell M. "Russ" (I13292)
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| 46295 | The Greenfield Recorder, Wednesday, May 29, 1991 Edna Mae Townsend GREENFIELD ? Edna Mae (Bassett) Smith Therien Townsend, 80, a resident of the Franklin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, formerly of 75 Haywood St., died Tuesday (5-28-91) at center. She was born in Greenfield on May 1, 1911, the daughter of William and Clarissa (Wallace) Bassett. She was educated in Shelburne Falls and attended Arms Academy there. She was employed for 32 years at the Greenfield Tap & Die Corp. as a product control inspector, retiring in 1973. She was a member of the Second Congregational Church of Greenfield for 33 years. She enjoyed sewing and made braided rugs. She also was an avid cook. Three husbands predeceased her ? Clarence Smith, then Raymond Therien in 1955 and Herbert W. Townsend in February, to whom she was married for 34 years. Survivors include two daughters, Shirley L. Hubbard of Sunderland and Barbara J. Clark of Orange; one brother, Ralph Bassett of Shelburne Falls; three sisters Gertrude Jerr of Springfield, Dorothy Gilbert of Plainfield and Gladys Richardson of Shelburne; one grandchild, several nieces and nephews. A granddaughter, Debra M. Hubbard, died in April 1988. Private services at McCarthy Funeral Home will be conducted at the convenience of the family, with the Rev. Larry Turns, pastor of the Second Congregational Church, officiating. Burial will take place in the Green River Cemetery, Greenfield. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, it is suggested memorial contributions be made to the Second Congregational Church, in care of the Reverend Larry Turns, 16 Court Square, Greenfield 01301. | Bassett, Edna May (I21290)
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| 46296 | The Greenville Advocate, Alabama, Tuesday, 31 August 2010 Pauline Bass Bass, Mrs. Pauline, 93, a resident of Georgiana, Al., died Wednesday, August 25, 2010. Funeral services were 2 p.m. Saturday, August 28, 2010 from the Johnson Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Felton Stewart and Rev. Rex Reaves officiating. Burial followed in Union Cemetery with Johnson Funeral Home of Georgiana, Al. directing. Survivors include: Son: Vester (Diane) Bass, Georgiana, Al.; Daughter: Glenda Fuller, Georgiana, Al.; Grand Children: Danita Gomez, Georgiana, Al., Tina Miller, Robertsdale, Al., Tonya Stuart, Arab, Al., Kimberly Birthright, Perdido Key, Al., Keith Fuller, Georgiana, Al., Stephen Goodwin, Deatsville, Al.; 17 Great Grand Children; 5 Great Great Grand Children. Visitation was Friday, August 27, 2010 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Online condolences can be made at www.johnsongeorgiana.com. | Henderson, Bertha Pauline (I5408)
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| 46297 | The Greenville Advocate, Alabama, Tuesday, January 8, 2013 Leo Sanford Bass Leo Sanford Bass, 75, a resident of Crestview, Fla., passed away on Jan. 4, 2013. Funeral services were held Jan. 7, 2013, at Johnson Funeral Home. Burial followed in Oakwood Cemetery with Johnson Funeral Home directing arrangements. Mr. Bass is survived by his special friend, Peggy McKinney, Crestview, Fla; son, Russell Bass, Kinston, Ala.; grandson, Dale Bass, Kinston, Ala. Pallbearers were Clint Bass, Joe Bass, Mike Fancher, Trent Houston, Troy Husband and Matthew Shell. Online condolences may be made at www.johnsongeorgiana.com. | Bass, Leo Sanford (I57537)
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| 46298 | The Greenville Advocate, Alabama, Tuesday, May 30, 2017 Joseph Larry Bass Joseph Larry Bass, 73, a resident of Georgiana, Ala., passed away Monday, May 29, 2017. A celebration of life service will be 2 p.m. Friday, June 2, 2017 from the Johnson Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Randy Harvill officiating. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery. Johnson Funeral Home of Georgiana, Ala., will be directing arrangements. Survivors wife, Bobbie Faye Bass, Georgiana, Ala.; son, Eric Bass, Tega Cay, S.C.; daughter, Kim Bass-Cook, Austin, Texas; brother, Mike Bass, Chattanooga, Tenn.; and grandchildren, Tyler Cook, Travis Cook and Joseph Bass. A gathering of family and friends will be Friday from 1 p.m. until service time. In Lieu of flowers donations may be made to Union Cemetery Fund. Online condolences can be made at www.johnsongeorgiana.com. | Bass, Joseph Larry (I57567)
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| 46299 | The Greenville Advocate, Alabama, Wednesday, 11 September 2024 Barbara Faye Bass Mrs. Barbara Faye Bass, 83, a resident of Georgiana, passed away on Friday, Sept. 6. A graveside Service was held on Monday, Sept. 9 beginning at 2 p.m. at Oakwood Cemetery, with Bro. Randy Harvill officiating and Johnson Funeral Home directing. Mrs. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Grady and Lucille Blackmon; daughter, Leeta Sharron Bass and sister, Marie Pierce. Mrs. Barbara is survived by her children, Wayne Bass (Reta) and Russ Bass; grandchildren, Bubba Bass (Shelby) and Dale Bass; four great grandchildren; a sister, Hazel Farmer; and numerous nieces, nephews and other family members. Online condolences may be made at www.johnsonfhal.com. The post Barbara Faye Bass appeared first on The Greenville Advocate. | Blackmon, Barbara Faye (I6747)
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| 46300 | The Greenville Advocate, Alabama, Wednesday, 15 November 2023 Vester Earl Bass Vester Earl Bass (79), went home to be with the Lord on Monday, Nov. 6 in Georgiana after a 10 ˝-year battle with Parkinson's Disease. He was a lifelong resident of the Chapman/Georgiana area and was a member of the Georgiana Church of God. He was born in Greenville on a Saturday, on July 29, 1944 to Rev. Earl Bass and Pauline Bass. He was an electrician for 43 years at Union Camp and later International Paper and Coastal Forest Products. Funeral Services were held on Thursday, Nov. 9, beginning at 2 p.m. from the Chapel of Johnson Funeral Home with Bro. Stephen P. Goodwin and Pastor James "Ron" Tubberville officiating. Burial followed in Union Cemetery in Georgiana, with Johnson Funeral Home directing. The family received friends Wednesday, Nov. 8 from 6-8 p.m. at Johnson Funeral Home Chapel. He was preceded in death by his parents Rev Earl and Pauline Bass and his sister Glenda Fuller, both of Georgiana. He was survived by his wife of 35 years, Diane Marie Davis Bass of Georgiana, his niece Danita (Jose) Gomez from Georgiana, his nephew Keith (Sherry) Fuller and from Georgiana, his niece Tina Miller from Bay Minette, his step-son Stephen (Cindy) Goodwin of Millbrook, and several grand nieces, nephews and grandchildren; Tyler Gomez, Victor Gomez, Katelyn Boggan, Heather Brogden, Bryce Croley, Tabatha Johnson, Tiffany Merchant, Coulter Goodwin and Elise Goodwin. Online condolences may be made at www.johnsonfhal.com. | Bass, Vester Earl (I5411)
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