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Douglas Austin Bassett

Male 1942 - 2005  (~ 62 years)


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  • Name Douglas Austin Bassett 
    Born Dec 1942 
    Gender Male 
    Died 21 Mar 2005 
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    • Mr. Douglas Austin Bassett
      December, 1942 - March 21, 2005
      Funeral arrangements by Sands Funeral Chapel (Nanaimo)

      Bassett, Douglas Austin, it is with great sadness that we announce the death of Douglas Austin Bassett, age 62, most recently of Gibson's Landing, British Columbia and formerly of Montreal. Doug is predeceased by his parents Herb and Irene Bassett and will be mourned by his wife Carole; his children Jacques (Susan) and Bobbi (Dave); his brother Ted (Mona); their children Anita and Paul: his cherished mother-in-law Marion Keller; his brother-in-law Carmen Keller (Gail) and many more family, friends, colleagues and sailing buddies. Diagnosed with cancer two years ago, and expected to live only a few months more, Doug not only attended his retirement party at CSA a year later, but also participated in his "Wake" at Beaconsfield Yacht Club (for which he'd set aside funds the year before). No one had a better time at either party. Born in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Doug received his Masters Degree in Engineering from the University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon. He spent mof of his early career at SED Systems Ltd., and moved to join the Canadian Space Agency Station efforts over the years. He was the key leader in the effort to plan for the actual operational use of the Candarm II. His contribution included not only developing procedures, but also the training of those on the ground who assist the astronauts on the Station, and coordination with Canada's International Partners of the general operations of the Station. Later Doug led the planning and negotiation for building the Special Purpose Dextrous Manipulator, another major element of Canada's Station program. Everyone who knew Doug knew how much he loved sailing, but what he was proudest of, was the special bonds he forged with his children Jacques and Bobbie Pelletier. Both of us will remain forever greatful for their love and devotion during these most difficult last two years - in which Doug (true to form) did not go gently into that good night but fought "against the dying of the light". For those who wish to: a donation in Doug's name to the Sunshine Coast Hospice Society, Box 2698, Sechlet, BC, V0N 3A0 would be greatly appreciated. Their assistance to Doug and his family was invaluable. A Funeral Service will be held April 6th at 2:00 pm at St. John's United Church, 8058 Davis Bay Road, Sechelt, BC. Sands-Nanaimo.
    Person ID I1079  184B The Bassetts of Chiddingstone and Edenbridge
    Last Modified 21 Dec 2015 

    Father Herbert Bassett,   b. 12 Aug 1916, Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 1990  (Age 73 years) 
    Mother Irene 
    Family ID F427  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart