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William Bassett
December 28, 1935 ? February 9, 2025
William H. Bassett passed away on February 9, 2025, at the age of 89. He died peacefully at home in Woodland Hills. A veteran actor of theater, film, television, and voice, William appeared in more than 100 films and TV programs throughout his career which spanned over five decades.
William was deeply loved by his family, friends, and caregivers. Eccentric, witty, and charming, he was cherished most of all for his genuine kindness and compassionate heart. He was a man of varied skills and talents, a life-long learner, a bibliophile, a carpenter, a gardening enthusiast, a Buddhist, and a philanthropist, with a passion for philosophy, nature, and activism.
William is survived by his daughters, Wendy Crislip, and Katherine Bassett; grandchildren Ashley, Caitlyn, and Eden; great-grandchildren Harper, Scottie, and Callum; and his dog, Coco. A private service was held earlier in the year. Memorial donations may be made to Tree People of Los Angeles, an organization where William was a devoted volunteer and supporter.
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William Henry Bassett
December 28, 1935 ? February 9, 2025
William Henry Bassett, age 89, of Los Angeles, California passed away on Sunday, February 9, 2025.
William Henry Bassett (born December 28, 1935) is a retired American actor of film and television. He has appeared in more than 100 films and television programs since the 1960s.
Bassett was known for his role in ads for Whataburger. He has appeared in films such as Lucky Lady, Old Boyfriends, Return from Witch Mountain, The Karate Kid, Black Eagle, House of 1000 Corpses, Demon Hunter and Black Dynamite, as well as such television shows as Bewitched; I Dream of Jeannie; Bonanza; The Feather and Father Gang; The Love Boat; Days of Our Lives; Quincy, M.E.; Lou Grant; Dallas; The Young and the Restless; Newhart; General Hospital; Sabrina The Teenage Witch; 3rd Rock from the Sun; Scrubs; The Streets of San Francisco; and Arrested Development. Bassett's work as a voice actor includes the video games Metal Gear Solid, Warcraft 3: The Frozen Throne, Fallout 3, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Final Fantasy Type-0 HD and World of Final Fantasy, along with being the narrator for the documentary Inside: Dr. Strangelove or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb.
Marquis Who's Who on the Web
August 3, 2006
William Henry Bassett
Occupation: Actor
Born: Evanston, Illinois, December 28, 1935
Education: BS, Northwestern University, 1957
Creative Works: Appeared in (tv movies) including The Hollywood Detective, The Case of the Hillside Stranglers, Never Forget, Unwed Father, The Love Boat I and II, (tv series) including Dallas, Dynasty, Hotel, Hunter, Knot's Landing, Quincy, Lou Grant, Bob Newhart, General Hospital, 1987, The Young and The Restless, 1982-1983, Days of Our Lives, 1977-1978, 1988, (films) The Karate Kid, Lucy Lady, Old Boyfriends, various plays in Los Angeles and New York CIty.
Memberships: Member Los Angeles Repertory Company, Screen Actors Guild, American Federation of TV and Radio Artists, AEA.
Political Affiliation: Democrat, Bhuddist.
Hobbies and Special Interests: Computer programming
Family: son of Mark Seymour and Elly Christine (Elisius) B.; married Patricia Anne Dorsey, August 13, 1962 (divorced May 1982); children: Wendy Irene Bassett Crislip, Katherine Tudor.
Springfield News-Sun
September 7, 2011
Maxine Pierson
Pierson, Maxine, 95, of Stryker Homes in Auburn, New York, passed away peacefully September 5, 2011 at Mercy Rehab. She was born March 24, 1916 in Springfield to Mark S. and Edna (King) Bassett. She is survived by her children, Barbara Malone and Julie and Allan Fedyshyn of Auburn, her grandchildren, Michael Boglione, Carrie and Molly Malone of Auburn, Mark and Dawn Pierson and brother William Bassett of California and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lee, who passed away September 6, 1974; son, Mark L.; brother, Mark; and sister, Emily Agnew of Dayton. There will be no calling hours. Graveside services will be held at St. Bernard Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Donations in Maxine's memory may be made to the charity of choice. Arrangements by Conroy Funeral Home.
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Bassett Family Association Database
1935 - 2025 (89 years)