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The Daily Record, Dunn, North Carolina, Monday, 23 February 2026
Gerald Brooks Bass Sr., 72
Gerald Brooks Bass Sr., 72, of Dunn, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, at his home, in his loving wife's arms. He was born on Oct. 25, 1953, in Erwin, to the late Orville Wright "Shorty" Bass and Verta Bishop Bass. He was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Devon Haire, and a grandson, Chadrick Haire.
Gerald will be remembered for his almost 30-year tenure at Kelly Springfield Tire Company (Goodyear), Fayetteville. He graduated from Dunn High School in 1972. Gerald's work ethic started at 16 years of age, where he began working at Eagles Dime Store in Dunn. This is also where he met the love of his life, Patricia Parker Bass. He was known to be a hard worker, loyal to his family, and he always put the Lord first. He was a member of Westfield Baptist Church in Dunn for almost 30 years. He did attend Central Baptist Church occasionally with his wife.
Gerald loved life and always enjoyed riding around country roads with his father "Shorty" looking for antiques and classic cars. Later on in life, he did the same with his grandsons. He shared his love of classic cars to each of his grandsons, as well as his strong work ethic, family loyalty and honor. He left his children and grandchildren with numerous profound memories that they will treasure forever. Gerald had a kind and humble spirit, who found the good in all. He treated everyone he met with respect regardless of who they were. He had a great love for animals, especially his dogs Sam, Yogi, Jack, Lady and Lilly. He would spend hours throwing Lilly's ball for her to catch and sharing his ice cream with her. Gerald was a simple man, loving life and his family.
Gerald was married to the love of his life, Patricia Parker Bass, on Dec. 23, 1972. For almost 54 years, they were together every single day. Together they raised two children, Gerald "Brooks" Bass Jr. and Heather Anne Bass Haire. Gerald was a wonderful loving Papa and father figure to his grandchildren, Colton James "CJ" (Regan), Ryan Devon, Chadrick Michael, Ethan Harold, Aydan Wright, John Michael and Mollie Elizabeth. His grandchildren loved him fiercely, and through the steady way he showed up, he taught them that real men stay and sometimes grandfathers are the ones who do.
Gerald is survived by three siblings, Nelson Wright of California, Donnie Ray of Dunn, and his treasured baby sister, Debra Kay "Debbie" (Jimmy). He loved his siblings dearly and enjoyed every moment they had together. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, each of whom he loved dearly and held close to his heart. The legacy he leaves behind ? of strength, love and unwavering devotion to family ? will be cherished and carried forward for generations to come.
A celebration of life will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026, at Skinner & Smith Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow the service at Devotional Gardens in Dunn. For memorials, Gerald would love for you to consider making a donation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or the Ronald McDonald House Charities in his honor.
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Bassett Family Association Database
1953 - 2026 (72 years)