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John Lawrence Bass

Male 1949 - 2025  (76 years)

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  • Name John Lawrence Bass 
    Birth 19 Feb 1949  Alabama Find all individuals with events at this location 
    Gender Male 
    Death 26 Sep 2025 
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    • Currie-Jefferson Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens
      John Lawrence Bass
      February 19, 1949 ? September 26, 2025
      Cahaba Heights

      John Lawrence Bass ?Bosco?, 76, of Cahaba Heights, Alabama, passed away on September 26, 2025. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. John was a graduate of Lyman Ward Military Academy and enjoyed a long career with Ventura Foods, retiring after 30 years of dedicated service.
      John was a devoted Alabama fan who rarely missed an opportunity to cheer on the Crimson Tide. Yet, his proudest role was being ?Paw Paw? to his five grandchildren, who will always cherish the memories of him cheering at their ballgames, gathering for family celebrations, and sharing time around the table. He will be remembered for his sharp sense of humor, resilient spirit, strong work ethic, and steadfast devotion to his family. A man guided by his faith, John was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. His legacy of love, laughter, and faith will continue to shine in the lives of all who knew him. The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the doctors who cared for him over the years; especially Dr. John Piede and Dr. Duane Shroyer. We would also like to thank Centerwell Home Health and ACG Hospice for their compassion and support.
      He was preceded in death by his parents, John E. and Dorothy C. Bass. He is survived by his devoted wife of 55 years, Carolyn Manzella Bass; daughters Tonya Balducci, Kristi (David) Tomberlin, and Kellie (Greg) McDade; and his cherished grandchildren, JT and Harrison Balducci, Payton and Caroline Tomberlin, and Hunter McDade.
      Services will be held on Thursday, October 2, at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, beginning with visitation at 11:00 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass at 12:00 p.m. Graveside services immediately following at Currie-Jefferson Funeral Home on Highway 150.
      In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, St. Vincent?s Bruno Cancer Center or a charity of your choice in John?s memory.
    Person ID I8071  1A William Bassett of Plymouth
    Last Modified 8 Oct 2025 

    Father John Edmond Bass,   b. 5 Nov 1920, Alabama Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 22 Mar 2003 (Age 82 years) 
    Mother Dorothy Jane Craddock,   b. 13 Apr 1927, Norwood, Jefferson County, Alabama Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 17 Aug 2002 (Age 75 years) 
    Family ID F2780  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

    Family Carolyn Manzella 
    Children 
     1. Tonya Bass
     2. Kristi Bass
     3. Kellie Bass
    Family ID F2781  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart
    Last Modified 8 Oct 2025