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Bascomb William "Bill" Best

1925 - 2020

Bascomb William "Bill" Best obituary, 1925-2020, Charlotte, NC

BORN

1925

DIED

2020

FUNERAL HOME

Hankins & Whittington Funeral Home

1111 East Boulevard

Charlotte, North Carolina

Bascomb Best Obituary

Age 94, of Charlotte, went home to God on Thursday, January 9, 2020. Born February 13, 1925 in Bethune, SC he was the son of the late Mr. BW Best and Helen Smith Best. After graduating from Bethune High School in 1942, Bill attended Clemson College before joining the Navy and serving aboard USS-LST979. In 1950 he graduated from the University of South Carolina with a BS in Mechanical Engineering. Bill enjoyed spending time at his lake house, golfing, and making sure a good time was had by people of all ages.

Bill is survived by his daughter, Jo Marie Best; son, David T. Best; grandchildren, Dustin, Nick and Stephanie; great grandson, Bentley; and many more loving family and friends.

In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Jo Ratcliff Best; and son, William Best.

A graveside service will be held at 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 22, 2020, at Sharon Memorial Park, Charlotte, NC.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sedgefield United Methodist Church or to a charity of your choice.

Online condolences may be made at www.HankinsandWhittington.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Charlotte Observer on Jan. 21, 2020.

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Rick Harper

January 13, 2022

I had the pleasure of working for and with Bill at Do It Yourself Picture Framing so many years ago. Bill, and his beautiful wife Jo were a joy to know, and just be around. I was a young 20 something, and Bill taught me a lot about running a business, and I have never forgotten his patience. His teachings in those early days have served me well all my life. May he and Jo Rest In Peace, and may their family find peace in your hearts.

Tina Mcmillan

January 15, 2021

Prayers to the family. I have known his daughter Jo for a long time. May he rest in peace.

Debbie Zelewski

January 26, 2020

Jo, so sorry for your loss.

Murlene Boliek

January 24, 2020

Jo: Thinking about you. Miss you and our "connection". Sincerely,

January 23, 2020

Bill was a good man.
Worked with him at Pneumafil and Buensod.
Sam Allen

tina mcmillan

January 21, 2020

hey JO, so sorry to hear this about your dad. I remember you bringing him to the eye doctor..Prayers to you and your family in this sad time.

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Graveside service

12:00 p.m.

Sharon Memorial Park

Charlotte, NC

Funeral services provided by:

Hankins & Whittington Funeral Home

1111 East Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28203

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