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McKoon Funeral Home & Crematory ? 27 January 2025
Brent Fuller Bass
April 12, 1966 ? January 26, 2025
Brent Fuller Bass, born April 12, 1966, to Horace Eugene Bass and Jane Hamby Bass, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025, at the age of 58. A devoted husband, father, brother, and public servant, Brent's life was a shining example of dedication, love, and service to his family, community, and faith.
Brent was married to the love of his life, Elizabeth Hanson Bass, for 35 wonderful years. Together, they built a beautiful life and were blessed with their cherished son, Austin Tyler Bass. Brent was a beloved brother to Blake (Lila) Bass, Mark (Alice) Bass, sister Amanda Pettite, loving aunt Loretta Hamby all of Newnan, Georgia, and in-laws Parker and Rebecca Peaden Hanson of Grantville, Georgia.
He was preceded in death by his father, Horace Bass; maternal grandparents, William Reginald and Opal Fuller Hamby; paternal grandparents, William David and Zelma Johnson Bass; and brother-in-law, Boyd K. Pettite. His memory will live on in the hearts of his family, friends, and all who knew him.
Brent was an avid sportsman at Newnan High School. He lettered three years in football and was named to the North-South All Star Team his senior year. He earned a scholarship to Georgia Southern University playing for the legendary Coach Erk Russell. His freshman year Georgia Southern won its first national championship and Brent was immensely proud of his national championship ring.
Brent served his community faithfully for 26 years as a member of the Coweta County Sheriff's Office. Rising to the rank of Lieutenant, he served as a shift commander and was respected for his leadership, professionalism, and commitment to justice.
Funeral services to celebrate Brent's life will be held on January 29, 2025, at 3:00 PM in the chapel of McKoon Funeral Home, 38 Jackson Street, in Newnan, with Rev. Mike Emeott officiating. Burial will follow the service at Oak Hill Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Chris Bass, Ethan Bass, Robert Gasaway, Marty Hamby, Stephen Brown and Walt Bishop. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 1:00 PM until service time at the funeral home.
Brent will be remembered as a man of integrity, compassion, and unwavering devotion to his family, faith, and community. His legacy of love and service will continue to inspire all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.mckoon.com.
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Bassett Family Association Database
1966 - 2025 (58 years)
d. 21 Nov 2025 (Age 92 years)