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Jim Basham

1926 - 2016

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1926

DIED

2016

Jim Basham Obituary

James Lowell "Jim" Basham, local artist, G-Daddy, went to be with Jesus in the presence of family on Monday, Jan. 25, 2016, two days shy of his 90th birthday. Memorial service: 11 a.m. Wednesday at Christ Chapel Bible Church, 3701 Birchman Ave., Fort Worth. Private graveside in Greenwood Memorial Park. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, please make gifts to the music ministry of Christ Chapel Bible Church. Jim was a World War II veteran and was a part of the Navy V-12 program. A native Texan, he played football for OU and graduated from SMU. He worked for IBM until he took an early retirement to pursue his true love, painting. His paintings grace the homes of friends and family and the church where he and his wife worshipped. Survivors: Wife of 66 years, Marilyn; children, Jamalyn Arthur and husband, Buster, Brent Basham and wife, Ginger, Janetta Stockdale and husband, Sid; 10 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Jan. 26, 2016.

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Kelley Talley

February 9, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. I am grateful for the opportunity to work with your family through Vitas Hospice. It was such an honor to be a part of your lives at such a difficult and intimate time. May God bless you all.

Susan Parks

January 31, 2016

Marilyn,
My deepest sympathy at the loss of Jim. May God bless you and comfort you and your family at this time.

Roger and Lois Linn

January 26, 2016

Marilyn -- do you remember the wonderful time that we got to visit in your home, look at all the fabulous art that Jim did, and then we were served a wonderful meal in your warm, inviting kitchen??? We will always have a part of Jim in our home as the incredible Blue Bonnet, French antique framed work of art is a centerpiece in our home for all to enjoy. Can you imagine God's artwork that Jim gets to enjoy now!!! Our thoughts and prayers for you and your family are with you now. Roger and Lois Linn

Carolyn King

January 26, 2016

Marilyn, Jimmy and I are in Angel Fire and wanted you to know we are with you in our thoughts and prayers.
With our live and deepest sympathy, Carolyn and Jimmy King

Judy B

January 26, 2016

When we lose a loved one, they become a memory. Then the memory becomes a treasure. Hold on to those treasures of your loved one, they will help you during these difficult times. Isa.41:10

Kathleen Cox Campbell

January 26, 2016

Mr. Basham was always such a gentle and kind man. His words were eloquent and the light of Christ in him was always evident. I'm so grateful God allowed me to know this wonderful man.
My sincerest deepest condolences to Mrs Basham, Janetta, and Brent.

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