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- Alabama Funeral Home Notices and Obituaries, Tuesday, 28 July 2026
Michelle Denise Bassett
Michelle Denise Bassett, lovingly known by many names, Chelle, Nannie-Chelle, Nannie, and Bassett She was deeply loved by all who knew her.
Michelle was born on February 17, 1960, in Bunkie Louisiana. She was raised in Bunkie, Louisiana, by her mother, Willie Faye Hayward Bassett, and her father, Lemuel Bassett Sr. She was blessed with three siblings: Reginald Bassett, Lemuel Bassett Jr., and Jacqueline Yvonne Bassett. At an early age, Michelle gave her life to Christ and was baptized by Rev. E.T. Johnson at Second Union Baptist Church. Michelle graduated from Bunkie High School in 1977 and later attended Grambling State University, where she graduated in May 1981 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics. On June 22, 1987, Michelle began her remarkable career with the Department of the Army as a Quality Assurance Specialist Intern at Rock Island Arsenal in Rock Island, Illinois. She worked there until December 1987, when she relocated to Huntsville, Alabama. After moving to Huntsville, Michelle worked in the Product Assurance Directorate, later known as the Engineering Directorate, within the Quality Management Division. She remained there until her retirement on December 31, 2025. Michelle faithfully served for more than 38 years as an Army Civilian. Throughout her federal service, she upheld the Army Civilian Corps Creed and received numerous awards and commendations for her dedication and excellence. Michelle was an instrumental member and leader of the Army team she was deeply dedicated to the Army, its Soldiers, and her fellow Civilians. Her work consistently supported the mission and provided stability and continuity during both war and peace. Michelle considered it an honor to support and defend the Constitution of the United States and to serve our Nation and our Army. She truly lived by the Army Values of Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage. Michelle was blessed with one son, Matthew Murdock Jr., and two granddaughters, Sariah Johnson and Kaitlyn Ford, all of Huntsville, Alabama, whom she loved very dearly. Michelle was a woman of?? many adventures. Whether she was traveling home to visit family, shopping, attending her granddaughters extracurricular activities, going on outings with friends, spending time with Casper the dog, or working on puzzles, Michelle enjoyed life to the fullest. If there was something to do, Michelle was ready to do it. Michelle Denise Bassett departed this life on July 15, 2026, in Huntsville, Alabama, at the age of 66. She was preceded in death by her mother, Willie Faye Hayward Bassett; her father, Lemuel Bassett Sr.; and her sister, Jacqueline Yvonne Bassett Chambers. She leaves to cherish her memory her son, Matthew Murdock Jr.; her granddaughters, Sariah Johnson, Kaitlyn Ford; her brothers, Reginald Bassett (Sandra), and Lemuel Bassett Jr.; a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, relatives, and friends. Service will be held at St Edward's Chapel, 808 NW Main Street Bunkie, Louisiana 71322, August 1, 2026 Viewing : 8:00AM-11:00AM Service: 11:00AM-1:00PM Officiating: Rev Greg Jackson Interment: Second Union Baptist Church Cemetery.
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Bassett Family Association Database
1960 - 2026 (66 years)