Funeral services for Anita Kelley Bassham, age 78 of Fayetteville, will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday at Higgins Funeral Home with Bro. Richard Rogers officiating. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery in Columbia beside her husband Donald Bassham who passed away in 1991. Mrs. Bassham passed away Monday morning at her residence.
She was a native of Columbia, TN, and the daughter of the late Ernest McKennon and Bessie Tennessee Ralston Kelley. Mrs. Bassham was a former inspector for Scovill Manufacturing and a member of the Liberty Church of Christ.
Survivors include her children Donald M. Bassham Jr of Waverly, TN, Patricia “Patti” Schumacher and husband Keith of Fayetteville, Carla Marie Kimbrough and husband Jimmy of Fayetteville, Steven Kelley Bassham and wife Retha of Huntsville, AL, Claude Brett Bassham and wife Trina of Fayetteville, Kimberly Dawn Hollis and husband Rick of Fayetteville, 15 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
Visitation with the family will be Wednesday evening 5-8 p.m. At Higgins Funeral Home.
14 Comments To "Anita Kelley Bassham"
#1 Comment By Floyd and Imogene Cartwtright On October 22, 2012 @ 9:09 pm
We are so sad to learn of the death of Anita, our hearts go out to all of the family members and dear friends that will miss her so much.
We worked with this dear lady for many years, she was such a fine person, we remained friends with her throughout the years.
We will miss her so very much as all of you will, she was a lovely person. We all have the precious memories of knowing her and our prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time.
#2 Comment By Lorry Ann Anderton On October 23, 2012 @ 12:04 am
I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of Mrs. Anita.. She was a wonderful person.. I enjoyed working with her at Teledyne and listening to all of the storys she told of scovill and my daddy.. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of her family during this time of sorry…
#3 Comment By Mildred Posey Mcnatt On October 23, 2012 @ 2:26 am
I am so sorry to hear about Ms.Anita.My thoughts and prayers are with yall today. Ms Anita was a wonderful lady,so sweet an very talented. I have some wonderful memories. She will truly be missed. Patti and Bret special thoughts your way.
#4 Comment By Nona Rosa On October 23, 2012 @ 2:48 am
We are very sorry for your loss. We are friends of Patrick. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. The Rosa Family: David, Nona, Caleb and Noah
#5 Comment By Sarah and Jack Raby On October 23, 2012 @ 12:12 pm
Losing one’s mother is so difficult. We just wanted Bret to know that we are thinking about and praying for him and his entire family. You have our deepest sympathy.
Sarah and Jack
#6 Comment By JoDean Counts On October 23, 2012 @ 3:33 pm
So sorry for the loss of your mother May Gods love bring you peace and memories of her love heal your hearts.
#7 Comment By Sue Anderson On October 23, 2012 @ 4:48 pm
Patti,
So sorry about your Mom. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Sue
#8 Comment By Brenda (ER ) Burns On October 24, 2012 @ 12:28 pm
I am so sorry to hear about Mrs Anita.Kim and Family ,she was such a sweet ,pretty ,outgoing Lady! My Heart Felt Sympathy go out to each of you during this difficult time! My Prayers are each of you.
#9 Comment By J.E. and Peggy Towry On October 24, 2012 @ 4:04 pm
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you!
Lean on Jesus, He will carry you through.
J.E. and Peggy
#10 Comment By Michelle Brewer On October 24, 2012 @ 6:51 pm
We are so sorry for the loss of your mom Brett! We love you and continue to pray for comfort for all of you. I know this is a hard tine for you all. I know Trina will miss her dearly too. God bless each one of you. Love, james, michelle and makenzee
#11 Comment By Windell and Barbara Heath On October 25, 2012 @ 9:00 pm
We are so sorry for your loss. Anita was such a nice person and such a joy to be around. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
#12 Comment By Janet On October 25, 2012 @ 9:21 pm
I am so sorry I was unable to get to visitation or the service.
I thought so much of Anita. She was a friend. All or you are in my prayers. I know how hard it is to lose a parent or a loved one. You have my sincere sympathy!!
Janet
#13 Comment By Pat Dillon On October 29, 2012 @ 6:02 pm
It saddens me to hear of Anita’s passing. I loved her dearly as most people who knew her did. We lost mom last week also so I know how you are all feeling and you have my deepest sympathy. Guess mom (Bernice Edwards) and Anita are having a reunion in heaven together. Again my deepest sympathies….
#14 Comment By Debra West On November 2, 2012 @ 9:06 pm
Bassham family,
I will miss your mom dearly. She was a sweet lady.
Many prayers and love to you all.
May God bless.
Debra West