Michael R. Bassitt

1948 - 2009  (61 years)

• Name	Michael R. Bassitt
  Born	1 Sep 1948
  Gender	Male
  Died	2 Nov 2009
  Notes	Lima Ohio Obituaries Michael R. Bassitt Michael R. Bassitt, 61, died Nov. 2, 2009, at his residence. He was born Sept. 1, 1948, in Lima to Robert and Mary Catherine Musser Bassitt, who preceded him in death. On Oct. 30, 1971, he married Julie A. Bassitt, who died Nov. 2, 2009. They were married for 38 years. Mr. Bassitt retired from Ford Motor Co. Lima Engine Plant after 35 years. He enjoyed everything outdoors, especially fishing and hunting. He was considered a master craftsman. He could always be found socializing at the bait shop and reservoir or taking pictures of wildlife. He would always be there any time, anywhere to lend a hand or to listen and answer any questions. He loved being with family and friends. He loved his grandsons with all of his heart and loved to watch them play sports. He was not only their ?Pa Pa? but their father figure. He also loved to watch sports, especially The Ohio State University Buckeyes and the Cleveland Browns. Survivors include two daughters, Shelly R. (Scott Neff) Bassitt, of Lima, and Cathy M. (Brian Upshaw Sr.) Bassitt, of Elida; three grandchildren, Dre White, B.J. Upshaw and Kayla Neff; a brother, Bob (Jayne) Bassitt, of Northwood; four sisters, Carol (Don) Williams, of Lima, Linda Dearth, of Ada, and Pat Miller and Mary (Tom) Gerdeman, both of Columbus Grove; and a sister-in-law, Marge Bassitt, of Findlay. He was preceded in death by a brother, Bill Bassitt; a brother-in-law, George Miller; paternal grandparents, William and Elzora Heffner Bassitt, who raised him from a young age; and an aunt, Ruth Starr. Joint services with his wife will begin at 1 p.m. Monday at Chiles-Laman Funeral Homes, Shawnee Chapel. Richard McKeever III will officiate. Burial will be in Ward Cemetery. Friends may call from 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor?s choice or the family. Condolences may be expressed at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.
  Person ID	I33160	1A William Bassett of Plymouth
  Last Modified	24 Dec 2018

  
  

  Father	Robert Leroy Bassitt,   b. 18 Mar 1912, Allen County, Ohio ,   d. 1 Mar 1995, Lima, Allen County, Ohio  (Age 82 years)
  Mother	Mary Catherine Musser,   b. 15 Apr 1914, Lafayette, Allen County, Ohio ,   d. 24 Jan 1953, Lima, Allen County, Ohio  (Age 38 years)
  Family ID	F12083	Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

  
  

  Family	Julie A. Heffley,   b. 27 Sep 1953, Ottawa ,   d. 2 Nov 2009  (Age 56 years)
  Married	30 Oct 1971
  Children	1. Shelly R. Bassitt   2. Cathy M. Bassitt
  Last Modified	24 Dec 2018
  Family ID	F12759	Group Sheet  |  Family Chart