In loving memory of

Brian Bassett
January 25, 2017

Brian K. Bassett, age 62, of Quincy, died Tuesday, January 24, 2017, at 1:00 pm in Blessing Hospital.

Brian was born April 21, 1954 in Quincy, the only child of Wilbert Hugh and Frances Nixon Bassett. On April 30, 1988 he married Sandra Scott in Quincy. She survives.

Brian graduated from Parkside High School in Jackson, MI and was a graduate of Vatterott College. He served in the United States Navy from 1976 through 1982. He was a Mason - affiliated with Masonic Lodge Unity #16 F and AM. Brian also enjoyed fishing and traveling.

Survivors in addition to his wife include; a son, Brandon (Monica) Stanton of Monroe City, MO; two daughters, Shanekia Scott of Quincy, and Nikki (Jason) Gibson of Normal, IL; eleven grandchildren, Bra'Don Stanton, LaTanya Scott, Chyna Hutt, Jakiyah Blissit, Gabby Stanton, Jaylen Gibson, Briah Blissit, Amiah Blissit, Blythe Gibson, Lake Gibson, and Chance Scott; his mother, Frances Bassett-Clay of Quincy; two brothers, Lewis (Margaret) Bassett of Chicago, IL, and Trinell "Buzz" (Theresa) Hickman of Quincy; a sister, Helen (Donald) Allison of Quincy; two step-sisters, Evelyn (Finley) Lewis of Lagrange, MO, and Jeanna (Orville) Thompson of Minneapolis, MN; two aunts, Margaret Alexander of Moline, IL; and Barbara Lewis of St. Charles, MO; numerous nieces and nephews and cousins.

Brian was preceded in death by his father, Wilbert Hugh Bassett; a step-father, Granville Clay; an aunt, Norma Mahr; an uncle, William Nixon; and a step-brother, Granville Clay, Jr.

Services: 1:00 pm Monday, January 30, 2017 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home, with Chaplain Melva Johnson officiating.

Inurnment: Private inurnment at Greenmount Cemetery

Visitation: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm, Sunday January 29, 2017 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home.

Memorials: Blessing Dialysis Center

www.hansenspear.com

Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.

Tributes

Therese Gordon Sanders wrote on Feb 14, 2017:

"As you go through the time of sadness, may you know in your heart how very much others care. Love you Sandy!"

Robert "GORDON" Sprague wrote on Jan 30, 2017:

"My Brother/ Cousin i am not at your Home coming in the Flesh but in the Spirit..i love you will miss you now you are at Peace ...enjoying all the Promise's Jesus made to us who that Believes in him will have everlasting Life and you was a Soldier Amen..!!"

Jill Stump and family wrote on Jan 29, 2017:

"Sandy, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you."

Georgia Hawkins wrote on Jan 28, 2017:

"My prayers are with you all during this time of sorrow. God is by your side"

Susan Bell wrote on Jan 27, 2017:

"GOD will give you comfort and peace. Sandy i pray for you and your family."

Jeff Lewis wrote on Jan 27, 2017:

"A super strong man and gentleman has gone on.He fought and fought and fought his medical problems for many a year.The jerks of the world are the ones that seemingly get all of the breaks,but hey brother you are now there to get your BIG REWARD for your good real.We climbed mountains(literally and figuratively) together.We learned about life together.We tried to motivate and uplift brothers instead of tearing them down.So many good memories together.Our musical soundtracks to life are the same.I will continue to dedicate songs to you man for as long as I can.We were both surrounded by good families.You had my back.Ms.Frances stay strong,you have lost so much in a 6 week span.Rest on brother Brian.Watch out for "Rick" Kendrick Sanders,you know he liked to play those games(smile)."

Mary jane ayers and family wrote on Jan 27, 2017:

"Thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time ."

Aunt Margaret wrote on Jan 27, 2017:

"Brian leaves a legacy of laughter,fun ,jokes, and absolute love,strength,trust,family values,honor,true loyalty and will be in our hearts forever. He is the one. With much love and humbling in my thoughts and prayers forever."

Sonny Harren wrote on Jan 27, 2017:

"I will miss you my friend. I can't be there to share in the home going but I am with you and the family in spirit. You will be missed. My prayers go out to Sandy and the family and also his mother Frances who always treated me nice whenever I came by to visit. God bless you all."

Hope Ely wrote on Jan 26, 2017:

"My deepest Condolences go out to you and your family, Sandy"

Veronica Humphrey wrote on Jan 26, 2017:

"Your loss is God's gain. We will miss him dearly. Let not your heart be troubled in my Father's house are many mansion Brian has got his Key's from Jesus Christ. Let's rejoice with the thanks that we were Blessed to know and Love him. RIH"

John R.Green wrote on Jan 26, 2017:

"To all the family remember the good times I'm sure there were many, May God be of comfort to you and yours at this time!"

lydia wrote on Jan 26, 2017:

"My heart goes out to you all in your grief . May God comfort each of you and keep you in his loving arms."

Regina Mahr wrote on Jan 26, 2017:

"Sandy, Brandon, Shanekia, Nikki and Aunt Frances. We know that Brian is no longer in pain and distress and he is with all of those who love him in heaven as much as we loved him here on earth. I will miss seeing my cousin beautiful smile. My deepest sympathy to you all."

Jeff & Joanne Bergman wrote on Jan 26, 2017:

"To Frances: Our Deepest Sympathy for the loss of your son."

Pete and Melvina Stapp Family wrote on Jan 25, 2017:

"A person that departs from this earth never truly leaves, for they are still alive in our hearts and minds, through us, they live on. Please accept our condolences, Brian will not be forgotten."