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BASS, 86
LAKELAND - Rev. Bass, 86, went to be with the Lord on Friday April 21, 2017.
He was born in Tampa and raised in Winter Park. He earned his Bachelor's at UF and his Master's at Emory Seminary where he met his beautiful wife of 60 years, Mary Elizabeth Leek. He was a pastor for over 50 years, starting at Lake Morton Methodist and ending at Auburndale Church of the Nazarene.
They have 4 sons, 8 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
Services will be at the Lake Gibson Nazarene Church, 6868 N. Socrum Loop Road, Lakeland 33809 on Thursday, April 27, 2017. Visitation at 10:00 AM. Funeral at 10:30. Kersey Funeral Home, Auburndale in charge of arrangements.
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Dianne DiFabio
April 19, 2019
Thinking of you today Mary, and hoping you are feeling better. Rev Jon Betz shared you have been having some health struggles. I know you hurt your wrist,while visiting your family, and were trusting the Lord for your knee or hip. I left Florida early April, so have not heard yet if your surgery has happened yet. Really missed you at the 12pm Friday prayer time at Shirley's'. It was a time I looked forward to each week. It was a small group ,but the Lord was always there. I know almost a year has passed since your dear husband graduated to heaven, and I pray that your sweet memories continue to bring you comfort and peace. Be blessed Mary by the love the Jesus has for you.
Carol Snyder, Rumple
May 15, 2017
Dear Mary, I was so sorry to hear of John's passing. I remember You both fondly from 1st Church of the Nazarene!! I remember saving egg cartons for you!! Praying that Jesus will comfort you in your loss!!
Dianne and Granddaughter Tara
Dianne DiFabio
April 30, 2017
You probably will not even remember me,as I was very new to the Sunday School class you and your dear husband were a part of. Only two or three times he added some comments, to Lois' fine teaching.The first time I came in February, I had not had breakfast, so brought my yogurt to class. He was sitting very close to the mini kitchen that is part of the room. He tried to find a spoon for me, and finally found a tablespoon that worked.He only had to contribute a few times, and I sensed in my "spirit" he was both a learned and Godly man. The first contribution was shortly after the inauguration of your new President Trump. I could sense his tremendous love and compassion for the political and spiritual state of his country.As a Canadian, God has placed a deep love in my heart for your Country. I know that your new President was God's choice and divinely appointed for such a time as this.I have just watched on my computer,as I am back in Canada, your husband's Memorial Service.I cannot tell you how moved I was to hear his story. and to see how the Lord, guided him throughout his ministry, and how obedient both you and he were to the voice and leading of the Holy Spirit. Bless you Mary, as you grieve such a great loss. I feel blessed to have met you both, and will continue to pray that the peace of Jesus will cover and protect you and your wonderful family What a legacy your children and grandchildren have received from you both. God Bless you and keep you, as you continue to serve our great Saviour.
Mary Nicoson
April 28, 2017
Sorry Mary I could not come but I was there in spirit as I watched on the internet, thank the lord you know where he is love you much,Mary
Mike & Violet Argo
April 27, 2017
He will be missed. God bless you and your family during this time Mary. We are praying for you all.
Kay and Jim Hassett
April 26, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers will be with your family tomorrow.....very sorry for your loss.
A. H.
April 26, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lorre
April 25, 2017
Our prayers go to Ms Mary, his wife; and to his family. May God's hand give you peace.
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