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Michael Bassett Obituary

Bassett, Michael E.
Michael E. Bassett, 35, of Southbury, formerly of Danbury, died on Sunday, February 3, 2013 in Danbury.
Mr. Bassett was born in Danbury, August 27, 1977, son of Gale (Macchiaverna) Bassett of Danbury and the late Frank J. Bassett, Jr. He attended Danbury schools and graduated from Danbury High School.
Mr. Bassett was a chef having been employed at various local restaurants. Most recently, McGuire's Ale House, Bethel. His hobbies included RC Auto Racing, Trap Shooting, Golf, Hunting and Fishing. He was a real sports enthusiast. In addition to his mother of Danbury, Michael is survived by two sisters, Jennifer M. Danieli and her husband, Christopher of Southbury and Heather Bassett of Danbury; a niece, Gabriella and nephew, Cameron as well as several aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.
The family will receive friends in the Jowdy-Kane Funeral Home, 9-11 Granville Ave., Danbury on Monday, February 11, 2013 from 6 PM to 8 PM with a Prayer Service at 7:45 PM.

Published by Danbury News Times from Feb. 5 to Feb. 10, 2013.
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Mike- you are one of the most funny, laid back & genuine people ive ever met. Your smile was contagious! My prayers are with your family, as I know you will be greatly missed. Rest peacefully my friend...

Kirsten

February 12, 2013

Gale: I don't know you very well, but to lose a child is devastating. I will have you and your family in my thoughts for the weeks and months to come.

Jo Ann Brown

February 12, 2013

Dear Gale and family,
So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. May God bless you all and may you find peace in his love.

Love Susan Almeida

February 10, 2013

Heather and Gale, We are so sorry, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim and Nancy

Jim , Nancy Lasky

February 10, 2013

Michael was a wonderful young man. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Melanie & Anthony DiCaprio

February 9, 2013

Heather, so sorry to hear of your brother's passing. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.

Jaya Corbett

February 9, 2013

I knew Mike when he worked at Chucks and we had many mutual friends. I always enjoyed seeing him when are paths crossed. He was a kind soul. I was sorry to hear of his passing. Rest in peace.

Duane Ellingson

February 8, 2013

Mike was a great person and was well like by all his piers. He will be missed greatly!! R.I.P.

February 8, 2013

My dearest Gale,

Our blessed Lord is holding you and your family in His arms. I am so sorry for this unconscionable tragedy. You are in my thoughts and prayers. You are truly loved.

Shirley

Shirley

February 8, 2013

Dear Gale and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Michael. My Lord, I just don't know what to say other than I am heart broken for you all and my thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless.

tricia fusco

February 7, 2013

Dear Heather, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if you need anything. Melissa Scott

February 7, 2013

My deepest sympathies go out to the family. Michael was my son's friend growing up.



































































































































































































































My heartfelt condolences go out the the Bassett family. Michael and my son Bob were very good friends during their adolescent years. They attended DHS and played golf together. May he rest in peace.

Ramona Brunetti

February 7, 2013

Miss you my son. Will treasure Saturday, you left way too soon.

February 7, 2013

My prayers are with you Gale & Heather & Jennifer. Peg Wildman

February 6, 2013

Bass was an exceptional person.. Loved by so many and now missed. My thoughts go out to the family and his dear friends. No party will ever be the same without him. Yet I'm sure he will be doing it up in heaven.

Lori Schlemmer, Charles

February 6, 2013

My deepest sympathies. You are all in my prayers. May he Rest in Peace

Amy Krueger

February 5, 2013

May you rest in peace bass and will keep the few memories that i have with you close to my heart <3 my thoughts and prayers go out to your family.

February 5, 2013

Heather and family - my deepest sympathies for your loss. My heart goes out to you all. Peace be with you in your time of need.

Emily Pavese

February 5, 2013

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss I went to school with Mike and a friend of Heathers. My heart go out to the family. My prayers are with all of you during this time- Anne Hutwohl Felizardo

February 5, 2013

My deepest condolences to the family. Heather, you may not remember me, we went to school together. May your memories of Michael bring you all comfort.
Bless you all.

Stefanie (Baskin) Clinton

February 5, 2013

my prayers are with heather and miss bassett. i didnt no him but i did hear a lot of him. may he rest in peace.

santa bishop

February 5, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Louise-Lenny Silva

February 5, 2013

For you Mikey may you rest in peace

cynthia leonardo

February 5, 2013

this is so shocking to me, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers and my heart go out to you Heather, Gale and Jenn...

Cynthia Leonardo

February 5, 2013

So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Paul Laedke

February 5, 2013

You will be missed! Love and prayers to family and loved ones!

Bianca

February 5, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Mike was a great guy who lightened every room. May he R.I.P

Greg Bollaro

February 5, 2013

Rest in peace, Mike.

Sam Levitt

February 5, 2013

Gone way too soon. You'll be missed.

Sara (Nagle)Grube

February 5, 2013

Godspeed Mike. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

February 5, 2013

Rest In Peace Mike. You will be missed by so many. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Brian Baur

February 5, 2013

Thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. There are many who have so many wonderful memories of Mike....he will be missed by so many. Please know that he has made a difference in many lives.

Michele Brabant

February 4, 2013

My thoughts, prayers and love are with all of you doing this extremely difficult time.

Elizabeth Brown

February 4, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love Bunny,Patty,Michael,Marlana,
and families

Patricia Macchiaverna

February 4, 2013

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