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Bryan Basham Obituary

Bryan Edward Basham May 10, 1953 - April 26, 2014 SOUTH BEND - Bryan Edward Basham, 60, of South Bend, passed away at 10:41 pm. Saturday, April 26, 2014 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. He was born on May 10, 1953 in Niles, MI, to William & Mildred (Moore) Basham. On April 30, 1994 in Wyatt, IN, he married Rachel Kronewitter; she survives. Also surviving are his mother, Mildred Clapham of TN, 1 son, Justin (Kristen) Basham of Walkerton, 2 brothers, Thomas (Verna) Basham of TN, & Dennis (Jean) Basham of TN, 2 sisters, Sharron (Calvin) Lewis of Elkhart, & Shirley Martenson of Cassopolis, MI, 3 grandchildren, Joshua Basham, Jordan Basham, & Jared Basham, all of Walkerton and his beloved dog, Sophie. He was preceded in death by his father, William Basham. A private family memorial service has already been held. Bryan worked as an over the road truck driver for several different trucking companies. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, fishing and loved his dogs. Elkhart Cremation Services is entrusted with his arrangements.

Published by South Bend Tribune on Apr. 29, 2014.
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May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dottie & mikey Lee

May 6, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

May 6, 2014

Rachel, So sorry to hear about your loss.
My thoughts & prayers are with you and the rest of the family.

Karen Basham

May 3, 2014

Rachel so very sorry to hear about Bryan. I know he was the love of your life. Praying for Peace for you and your family.

Doris Moore

April 30, 2014

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Laura Copp Welton

April 30, 2014

My deepest sympathy Rachel and family I am so sorry for your loss, you are in my prayers.

Vickie Narkawicz

April 30, 2014

SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT BRIAN. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU RACHAEL.

NANCY COPP_BROCK

April 29, 2014

He will be missed

Don Morrow

April 29, 2014

Rachel,I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that I am praying that you find strength and peace during this difficult time. My deepest sympathies.

Sharon Hurt

April 29, 2014

sorry for your loss He will be missed dearly THE SCHRADER FAMILY

April 29, 2014

Sorry for your loss may your family fine comfort in the Bible's message at Acts24:1st

s what

April 29, 2014

sorry for your loss

rusty lynn

April 29, 2014

Rachel, I am at a loss for words. I was extremely surprised to hear about your husband's death. Please know that I am praying for you and your family. I'm so very sorry.

Patty Wales

April 29, 2014

R.I.P. MY LONG TIME FRIEND! NOW U R RIDING WITH THE ANGELS!

Tonya Mitchell-Overholser

April 29, 2014

Rachel we are so sorry for your loss. Bryan will be missed by many! R.I.P sweetie! Love Pam and Dave Myers.

April 29, 2014

You will be missed by many Brian love ya! Rachel if you need anything just let us know!

Leslie Wilk

April 29, 2014

So verry sorry for your loss Rachel. My condolences to you and the family.

April 29, 2014

Rest in peace my old friend, 'til we meet again.... My sincere condolences for your loved ones......

chris robbins

April 29, 2014

Rachel, please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Remember friends are the pillars on your porch. Sometimes they hold you up, sometimes they lean on you, and sometimes it's just enough to know that they are standing by. Much love, the Butlers

Donny & Linda Butler

April 29, 2014

Rachel,so sorry for your loss,my prayers are with you and your family. gloria swayzee,koski

April 29, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss Rachel {{ HUGS }} to you my friend. We shared many fun times and hope that Bryan will Rest in Peace. You are the best thing that ever happened to Bryan ....luv ya girl

Shelli Pickett

April 29, 2014

Rachel - we're so sorry for you loss. Hold onto your fond memories, and Bryan will never be far away.

If we can do anything for you, please call on us. Patty & Terry

Patty Barbera-Brown

April 29, 2014

bryan r.i.p. my friend you will be missed by many.??

sharon hilbert

April 29, 2014

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