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Charles Steven Bass

Male 1956 - 2025  (69 years)

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  • Name Charles Steven Bass 
    Birth 18 Feb 1956  Savannah, Georgia Find all individuals with events at this location 
    Gender Male 
    Death 31 Dec 2025 
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    • Dial-Murray Funeral Home ? Moncks Corner ? 13 January 2026
      Charles Steven Bass

      Charles Steven Bass, US Coast Guard, Retired, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, at his daughter's residence. Born on February 18, 1956, in Savannah, he was the son of the late Charles Burton Bass, Jr., and Freddie Williams Bass, grandson of the late Lacy Morton Williams and Claudine Pierce Williams. He was laid to rest at Hillcrest Abbey East Cemetery in Savannah, Georgia. A private
      graveside ceremony included military honors, reflecting his valued service to our great nation.

      Steve was an alumnus of Johnson High School, Armstrong College, and Georgia Southern University. The majority of his professional life was spent working with the Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles, while also teaching at Georgia Military College. In 1987, he joined the Coast Guard Reserve, serving active duty during Operation Enduring Freedom, and retired after 20 years of dedicated service. Later in life, Steve transitioned careers to State Farm Insurance where he worked in Augusta and Duluth, eventually retiring and returning to his family home in Savannah.

      Steve is survived by his two daughters, Candace Bass Reyes (Lance) and Stephanie Renee Murray (Adam); his son, Timothy Nelson Bass (Renata); his sister, Terri Lynn Ray; niece, Korri Lynn Ray; nephew, Travis Bryan Ray; grandchildren Ainsley, Eden, Jacob, Jayden, Charlie, Addison, Chase, Callan, and Clara. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

      Charles Steven Bass will be remembered as a loving father, grandpa, devoted brother, uncle and honorable serviceman. He leaves a legacy of unwavering dedication to his country, a true servant's heart, and unending pride and love for his family.
    • Dial-Murray Funeral Home ? Moncks Corner ? 13 January 2026
      Charles Steven Bass

      Charles Steven Bass, US Coast Guard, Retired, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, at his daughter's residence. Born on February 18, 1956, in Savannah, he was the son of the late Charles Burton Bass, Jr., and Freddie Williams Bass, grandson of the late Lacy Morton Williams and Claudine Pierce Williams. He was laid to rest at Hillcrest Abbey East Cemetery in Savannah, Georgia. A private
      graveside ceremony included military honors, reflecting his valued service to our great nation.

      Steve was an alumnus of Johnson High School, Armstrong College, and Georgia Southern University. The majority of his professional life was spent working with the Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles, while also teaching at Georgia Military College. In 1987, he joined the Coast Guard Reserve, serving active duty during Operation Enduring Freedom, and retired after 20 years of dedicated service. Later in life, Steve transitioned careers to State Farm Insurance where he worked in Augusta and Duluth, eventually retiring and returning to his family home in Savannah.

      Steve is survived by his two daughters, Candace Bass Reyes (Lance) and Stephanie Renee Murray (Adam); his son, Timothy Nelson Bass (Renata); his sister, Terri Lynn Ray; niece, Korri Lynn Ray; nephew, Travis Bryan Ray; grandchildren Ainsley, Eden, Jacob, Jayden, Charlie, Addison, Chase, Callan, and Clara. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

      Charles Steven Bass will be remembered as a loving father, grandpa, devoted brother, uncle and honorable serviceman. He leaves a legacy of unwavering dedication to his country, a true servant's heart, and unending pride and love for his family.
    Person ID I8481  1A William Bassett of Plymouth
    Last Modified 14 Jan 2026 

    Father Charles Burton Bass, Jr.,   b. 29 Jun 1932, Cabarrus County, North Carolina Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 28 Apr 2007, Savannah, Chatham County, Georgia Find all individuals with events at this location (Age 74 years) 
    Mother Willie Fred Williams,   b. 10 Nov 1935, Millen, Jenkins County, Georgia Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 14 Oct 2009, Savannah, Chatham County, Georgia Find all individuals with events at this location (Age 73 years) 
    Marriage 21 Mar 1955  Savannah, Chatham County, Georgia Find all individuals with events at this location 
    Family ID F20065  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart