GARY BASCOM Obituary

Gary Lee Bascom 1943 ~ 2009 Gary Lee Bascom, age 66, husband of Karma LaVon Smuin Bascom passed away Sunday, Sept. 13, 2009 at his home in Saint George. Gary was born February 24, 1943 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Donald R. and Ruth Martin Horne Bascom. Gary graduated from Uintah High School in 1961, and then married his High School Sweetheart LaVon Smuin on December 14, 1961. He loved Basketball, golf, fishing, hunting and pitching Horseshoes. He loved spending time with his family and friends on vacations, and camping trips. Gary was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where he held many callings in the Church. But more than anything he loved his family and grandchildren. Gary is survived by his wife LaVon Bascom, his sons: Kirt (Lori) Bascom of Rocksprings, WY, Steve (Karen) Bascom of Perry, UT, daughter: Michelle (Joey) McClleland of Vernal, UT, brothers and sisters: Lloyd Bascom, Clair Allen, Lissie Bromley and Stacy Bascom. Grandchildren: Dillon, Casey, Chad, Melissa, Rylee, Brittnie and Matthew. He is preceded in death by his parents, daughter: Marsha Bascom and brother: Wayne Bascom. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, September 17, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. at the Naples LDS Chapel (2313 South 1500 East). Friends and family may call Wednesday evening from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Blackburn Vernal Mortuary, and one hour prior to services at the chapel. Interment will be in the Vernal Memorial Park under the direction of the Blackburn Vernal Mortuary.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Sep. 16, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for GARY BASCOM

8 Entries

Ryan Hogan

October 10, 2009

I worked with Gary for two years at the mines, he was a very hard worker and he always made me laugh. Gary was a great man with a real passion for life. I am very blessed to have had him as a friend. My prayers are with you.

David & Tonya Bascom

September 26, 2009

Dear LaVon,

My mother-in-law has sent along that your Gary has gone ahead to what will surely be a glorious eternal life together. I remain so very grateful for the kindness you two showed to me so many years ago; the basement was perfect for those months leading to the correct decision. We will surely meet again - if you are ever in Texas' Hill Country please allow us to return the favor (I'm the Branch President in Fredericksburg.) Gary is secure with the Savior - we know it!

Sally Miller

September 17, 2009

Dear LaVon: Our family is sad to hear about your family's loss. We have always loved your family. There are many great memories of great times together. We love you and our prays and thoughts are with your family.

My father is in the hospital, when he gets out my parents will be contacting you.

Love,

Sally Barbour Miller

Jennifer Benson

September 17, 2009

Gary will be greatly missed. Jonathan and I are deeply saddened that he is gone. On our trips to St. George we would enjoy popping in and playing cards with Gary and LaVon. In fact the trips we took to St. George without stopping in weren’t half as fun and getting together with the Bascoms! Gary was always so kind and fun to be with. Upon leaving we would always comment to each other, how great of a guy Gary was and how we should visit more often. Again, he will be greatly missed. We send our love and prayers to LaVon and her family.

Kevin Farnsworth

September 16, 2009

I've worked with Gary for many years and would enjoy talking to him about BYU football and golf. I will remember Gary for his kindness & friendly personality. I remember one year I told him how much I like Dr. Pepper, well couple of months later on my birthday he showed up with a 6 pack of Dr. Pepper. That's the kind of man he is. He loved to talk about his days of playing basketball in High School. We would always joke that we would have a collection jar to earn money for Tiger Woods when he was out for a year or if he didn't win a tournament! One other important quality that I admire about Gary is that I've never heard him say a bad thing about anybody and I will miss his sincere kindness. We love you Gary!

Charlotte Quarnberg

September 16, 2009

I have only the best memories of Gary. He was one of the kindest people I knew. My thoughts are with you during this time of sadness.

Candice Mabey

September 16, 2009

What an amazing man we have lost, there was always a happy presence when Gary was around. He made everyone he met feel like they had a place in his heart. This world will be a different place without him.

Love you Uncle Gary!

September 16, 2009

Dear LaVon,

I was so sorry to see that Gary passed away, I think of you both often and remember the fun we had together for all those years. Your and Gary's relationship has always been one of the greatest love stories I tell, you two were always so close. Just know you have been and will be in my thoughts and prayers.

All My Love
Cindy Borg
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