Bassett Family Association Database

Doris Thornton

Female 1945 - 2021  (75 years)

Personal Information

  • Name Doris Thornton 
    Birth 28 May 1945 
    Gender Female 
    Death 10 Apr 2021 
    Notes 
    • Betts & Son Funeral Home
      Doris Thornton Bass
      May 28, 1945 ? Apri 10, 2021

      Doris Thornton Bass was born May 28, 1945 in Oxford, North Carolina to the parentage of the late Governor Thornton and Beula Sidney Thornton.
      She was married to the love of her life, John Albert Bass for fifty-six beautiful years. Doris entered eternal rest on April 10, 2021 at UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
      Doris joined Hardie Grove Missionary Baptist Church where she was a Sunday School Secretary, an usher, A choir member (Senior Choir) and a missionary member where she remained until her death.
      Doris was educated in the Person County School System where she graduated in 1963. Doris gained employment with No-Non Sense, a personal care assistant and with IVAC where she retired. She enjoyed working in the yard with her flowers.
      She leaves to cherish her memory her husband, John Albert Bass of the home. Her love for children, she raised quiet a few: Tony Darby, Anthony Davis, Floyd Thornton Jr., Montell Moore, Butch Thornton, Keith Thornton, Michelle Thornton, just to name a few, three sisters-in-law; one brother- in-law; one uncle, Anderson Sidney of Oxford, NC and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends.
      Graveside service will be conducted 12:00 P.M. Saturday April 17, 2021 at Meadowview Memorial Park.
      Viewing Friday April 16, 2021 4:00 P.M. until 5:00 P.M. at Betts & Son Funeral Home Chapel.
      The family of Mrs. Doris Thornton Bass, thank everyone for all acts of kindness extended to them during this time.
      Remember to follow state and CDC guidelines, graveside service and viewing is limited to fifty (50) people and to practice social distancing of six feet along with face covering and good handwashing.
    Person ID I97  Bass120 William Bass of North Carolina
    Last Modified 3 May 2021 

    Family John Albert Bass,   b. 5 Jan 1944, Granville County, North Carolina Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 24 Jun 2025 (Age 81 years) 
    Family ID F25  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart
    Last Modified 3 May 2021