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Raymond Bassett Obituary

Raymond W. Bassett CWO2 Raymond W. Bassett Retired Army, born to Lucille Kuyoth and Warren Bassett on 9/8/33 in Chicago, Il. Passed away peacefully in Tacoma on 4/21/11. He is now reunited with the love of his life, his wife Rainey who passed away 20 years ago. He is survived by two daughters, 2 sons-in-law, 4 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild and his sister. Rosary will be recited 5:00 PM Wed. 5/4/11 at the Piper-Morley-Mellinger Funeral Chapel. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated 2:00 PM Thurs. 5/5/11 at Visitation Catholic Church. Arrangements by Piper-Morley-Mellinger Funeral Home 253-472-3353. www.pipermorley mellingerfh.com

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on May 1, 2011.

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Lorie Armstrong

May 26, 2011

Tina,
How would we know our fathers would pass 3 months apart. You are my rock and we will get through this together! Love u

Sheri Letzring

May 5, 2011

Tina, I am so very very sorry for the loss of your dad! He will always be in your heart and memories! Just think..... Your parents are reunited now!! Love you, Sheri

tia beanblossom

May 3, 2011

hi i am very sorry for your loss. Ray was a very good man. i served him coffee at the mcdonalds at the tacoma mall. I was very hurt when i found out this morning about the loss of i concider a very good friend. he will be missed. God defently is getting a angel. my prayers and love goes to all his family and friends. RAY YOU WILL BE MISSED. forever in my heart Tia from the tacoma mall mcdonalds

Troy & Shelli Hasenauer

May 2, 2011

Tina:
We are so very sorry to hear of your father's passing. Hope you find comfort & strength in those around you & remember "You are Loved" by many. Time will heal the pain, although your memories will live on forever. Take Care & Please contact us if you need anything.

Love You,
Troy & Shelli

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