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for Michael Bass
Jamie Roberts
September 8, 2023
We shared so many great child hood memories together! Some of the best years of my life were spent with you! I will never forget our high school days, you picking me up from school, hotel parties, homecoming nights, Oakley, Terrace, and so much more! I miss those days laughing, clowning and having fun with one another. I hope Johnny, Johnson and you are enjoying heaven together. I Love and miss that beautiful smile! Always and Forever!
Crystal Padilla
September 7, 2023
I sat here and counted on my fingers like a child because I couldn't believe it. In three days it will be 7 years since I, sorry, we lost you. That's unimaginable. Every year around this time I sit and wonder and look for better reasons. When I travel to beautiful places I look around just in case you are hiding somewhere. I know it sounds nuts but I guess I still can't believe you're gone. Like maybe you just had to be gone from us but not the world. I know, I watch too many movies right! Lol.. I guess it's because I always feel your presence. Thank you for watching over us. It means the world. I just want you to know that wherever you are I'm still doing what I can to make sure the boys are good. Anthony will always be my son and Artrell my nephew, and so on. I still write this anniversary on the calendar in the kitchen, not that it's anything to celebrate. I just don't want to forget you, but I know that's impossible. Anyway, I just want to say that I still miss your voice, and I wish you were around for the boys, and Destiny. She could really use you right about now. I hope that beautiful sky is everything you dreamed it would be. You deserve only the best! Miss and love you beyond words ❤
Monica Haywood
September 7, 2020
I wish you was here , there’s so much I’d love to tell you ,so much I want to tell you
And i wish I could just hold your hand one more time
I know your watching over everyone you love and your the bright star In the sky.
I love you and misss you So much MAB
Danielle Bailey
September 15, 2017
Your guest book is closing today. Today will be the last day for anyone to submit an entry or view it online. I wanted to keep your memory alive and purchase a book for your mother and son to where they will always be able to reflect on the great memories that others had of you. As uptight and strict as I sometimes am, you of all ppl know my heart. I still can't believe we have to live in this world without you. I have never questioned God's plan and as you got closer to Him, I know you didn't either. Fill me in when I see you again. I know we'll have plenty of laughs. I'm crying tears of acceptance bc I know you've found that peace that we had talked about on a daily basis AND bc you know I'm a cry baby. Lol. Keep an out on the little ones, they need it the most. I love you, Mike, and I'll NEVER EVER forget you. I promise you that. I know you're living through all of us.
LORD WILLING
P.S. I apologize about the lip gloss... (You and your mama know what I'm talking about. Lol) and I'm so ecstatic that I decided to name Dash after you. I'll never let him forget that he was named after of the best. Your Legacy will live on. #DashAntonio
Artrell Saunders
September 15, 2017
Still to this day, I ponder about how life would be if you were here today. It hurts my heart just looking at all our memories, but we have to live with the fact that you can't come back. We got you unc. I'm doing everything for you, I know you would be proud of me. May you rest peacefully.. Love , Trell
September 14, 2017
One of the best was tookin from us to soon but I Kno he is up in heaven looking down on his family and friends Michael Antonio Bass we will always love u bro see u wen I get there
September 13, 2017
Shawn Craft
September 12, 2017
You was the brother I never had....before we even got close I always liked your style...we was just alike I think ur heart was Lil bigger...I always respected you so much because u always kept it 100 wit me..losing u hurt me bru,we had plans....until we meet again I'll be there for everybody u loved...Love u mike
Destiny Rosa
September 12, 2017
Wow, I can't believe it's been a year . It's been so different. Even when I didn't see you for a while, I've always thought about getting to see you soon.
You have always been a bestfriend and a second dad. There have been some pretty rough times, but we would always work things out as a family. Life was great while you were with us. I hope to see you soon! I miss u lots Mike. Stay safe up there. - Love Destiny
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Charles Martinez
September 11, 2017
Mike was a devoted family man who always put others before himself. Highly responsible and worked hard for everything he attained. He was a definite role model and entirely proud of his son Anthony. Both himself and Anthony have always and will always be a loved member of my family.
Teresa Bass
September 10, 2017
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So grateful we came back into each other's lives. You gave me so much hope and happiness. You always kept a smile on my face Mikey. I think of you often and how it would be if you were still here. I will never forget you. I love and miss you dearly my friend.
S.
Anthony Bass
September 10, 2017
I miss you so much dad, I wish God didn't have to take you away from me so quickly but I guess those were his plans . I miss you so much and I love you so much and wish you were still here. I have dreams about you every night and I always feel like I'm with you, but then I wake up your gone again. I just wish that those dreams didn't have to be dreams and that they could still be real life but I can't make that happen, wish I could but I love you so much and I never stop thinking about you. Rip Dad ❤
Monice Herrera
September 10, 2017
MAB
It's been a year and u will say the days/weeks haven't gotten any easier, I know there was a plan for you I just wish it wasn't so soon.
I remember you telling me when I wanted to see you look out in the night and the first star I see was you shining u thunk you for that you will for ever be my shinning star .
I love you Mike bass and miss you so much
Love you to the stars and back
MAB 4-ever
LeeAnn Johns
September 10, 2017
I still can't believe that today makes a year that you have been. Your are truly missed and loved beyond words can describe.Your last words to me I will keep in my heart forever. I love you and miss you mike R.I.P
Mark Anthony Delgado
September 10, 2017
Gone to soon! Mike was a good guy and a good father. Anthony will be taken care of, bro! RIP Mike!
Carlos Martinez
September 10, 2017
So many things that I can say about my son that I will miss for the rest of my life. I will always have you in my heart. I love you. You are always going to be with me. The Best of the Best!
Crystal Padilla
September 10, 2017
Hey dude! I've been sitting here trying to count how many times we argued and said "bye" to each other. Unfortunately, it was too many to keep count. But everytime I tried to say I'm done, you gave me a million reasons why that was a dumb idea. The chance to get the most of each other and be able to love unconditionally came the day we said bye to all the drama. It was the best decision we ever made. You were my best friend. You were and continue to be a bright light in my life. I need you to know that I see you, I understand all that you are showing me in my dreams and thoughts, and I will continue to follow the path you are lighting for me. I vow to always make sure your son is good and that he never forgets the man you were. On September 10, 2016 we said bye for the last time, and this time you weren't doing anything silly to keep me from sticking to it. I miss you dearly, but I know you're still here. I'm at peace knowing you are at peace too. You changed my life Michael Bass. Fly high beautiful Angel!! I love you always...
Crystal Padilla
September 10, 2017
Shannon Demko
September 9, 2017
It's almost been a year since you've been gone and it is still hard to deal with. You had a huge impact in my life and I genuinely appreciate everything you did for me. I hope you are watching over me smiling. I'm doing what you wanted me to do, bettering myself. That's all you ever wanted for me. You are my angel. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you and when I do, I feel your loving spirit. I love you so much Mikey!
Teresa(mom) Bass
September 8, 2017
I am still waiting for you to be here, I am trying to move forward in life, it is so hard, however I know one day soon, we will be together,I love you so much mike and sure would love to be able to converse with you more than anything else, I give it to the Lord and thank jesus for sacrifice and the blood he shed for me to live this life. September 10,2017 will be. one year anniversary
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Jamie Bro
September 7, 2017
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Me'chelle Love
September 6, 2017
I love you cousin, forever and always. Thank you for the encouraging words and love. You are missed tremendously. ❤❤❤
Jennifer White
September 6, 2017
As we approach a year of losing you, it hurts just as much today as it did the day I was told you were gone. I was in disbelief, that it couldn't be my Best Friend. I just talked to you the day before, several times. We don't always understand why but I understand God needed you for something else and he was ready to reward you with peace. You were an amazing person with a huge heart and gave too many chances. Mikie, I will never forget the love and friendship we shared. The love we had for one another was special and one of a kind. We went through it all but we always found ourselves as one. I knew I could always be myself and you would love me no matter what! No one could really understand what we had but you and I. I love and miss you more than words could ever say. There isn't a day that passes I don't think of you or smile about something you did or said. I wish I could hear your voice one more time, calling me and sayin Good Morning Beautiful. I miss your videos singing to me. I miss everything about you. My heart is broken but I know one day I will be with my Best Friend but as my Brother. You my love, will always own a piece of my heart. I love you Michael Antonio...Always and Forever, Your BFF
Roxie Williams
September 6, 2017
It's been almost a year and it's still hard to believe. It had been sometime since I seen you and thought I would run in to you again just how we always had lol, but that didn't happen. You cross my mind when ever I hear a certain songs from back in the longshot days and it brings a smile to my face. I have NOTHING but good memories of you from teenagers to adults. Though your no longer here and it's sad for us, I'm happy for you because I know your where you ultimately wanted to be and that is right by God. You were an angel living amongst us and your now in your rightful place. I'll never forget that smile..Fly high Mikey!
Chauncey Lewis
September 6, 2017
Rest In Heaven My Brother I Will Never Forget You So Many Memories That Can Never Be Erased From The Football Field To The House Parties But Nothing More Important Than Our Conversations About Life Miss You Bro See You When I Get There Rest Easy Beezer!!
September 6, 2017
Your truly missed sir. Mikey Bass Spread them wings and fly high Till we meet again! Mike D.
Tela Griffin
September 6, 2017
Thanks Mike for a lot of things I never had a chance to thank you for. Chiggity will always know the amazing Uncle you were. Rest in Paradise
Virgie Galloway
September 6, 2017
Rest Easy Mikey. Nothing but good memories. Continued prayers for your family and everyone that loves you. Gone too soon. Love Virg
First time seeing this picture had to post it, love you son
Teresa Bass
September 5, 2017
Danielle
September 5, 2017
I go to my internet tabs on my phone and there your obituary is, staring me right in the face. I'm not quite sure who pulled it up, or if anyone did but I'm glad it's there. I think of you daily but when I seen it, it put things back in reality again for me. As we approach the anniversary of your death, I can't help to think about the "what ifs" and "how comes" and then I think about the peace you kept asking for and I know Heaven has gained a King. My heart is still broken, it has a hole in it that can't be mended. I'll cherish every argument, every hug, every fist pump, every smile, laugh, every tear. The world is not the same without you. I just wish you would come back and make everyone happy again. I love you and miss you so incredibly much. It's never good-bye, but see you later. One day we'll meet again and we'll catch up right were we left off with the stats of Trell's football game. You're always in heart. ❤ Later, Bub!
Teresa Bass
March 3, 2017
Time has went by and I look for my baby to call me and he would say mom what you doing or yes mother,telling me how much he loves me I love you so much son. I understand so much more however not enough for you not be here to talk to to see your smile,one day soon Mike mommy will be with you
Danielle Bailey
October 6, 2016
I am extremely blessed that we were able to mend our relationship and become closer than I could have ever imagined. I go the house on a regular to see you but it's still hard to imagine this life without you. I have blood big brothers but you and I seem to be closer than any of them. I appreciate the time you invested, the loyalty you entrusted me with, the long conversations at any hour of the night about any and everything. I am going to miss the time, dedication and love you invested in your nephews just as they were your own seeds. I am going to miss the stupid little disagreements that we would have about absolutely nothing then hugging it out as tho nothing ever happened. I promise to follow thru with everything we talked about. I promise to cherish your life instead of grieving you not being here in the flesh. Life as we know it will never be the same. I love you miss you tremendously everyday, Mike. Continue to watch over us, as you did on a regular. "What's Understood Doesn't Need To Be Expanded". Until we meet again, my brother. #RestUpMike
Crystal
September 22, 2016
Words can't even express this emptiness, but I know if you were here, you would tell me to smile. I feel you in my presence, guiding me, and keeping me strong. We shared so much, and it made me a better woman. Your heart and beautiful smile made everyone fall in love with you. There was no one on this planet earth like you, no one. Now, there is no one in Heaven like you! You are my Angel, my best friend, and I thank God everyday for bringing you in my life. Bonds can never be broken, and you my dear will always be in my heart. I love you and miss you so much. I know I will see you again. RIH King.
Shauna Dalton
September 18, 2016
I love your whole life baby cousin!! I will miss your smile and our who is taller joke's!!
vickie (Moxley} Estis
September 18, 2016
I will always remember that beautiful smile. God has another angel looking after all of us.
William and Linda Dupree Aunt Robin Clodfelter, Mechelle Love and Joseph
September 17, 2016
The Clodfelter, Love and Dupree families are truly missing that contagious smile and the love that you had for everyone that you met. Even as a child you melted our hearts with the love that you shared..we were honored to be a part of your family.
To the tremendous family we send all if our heartfelt prayers and love to them all. In the precious name of Jesus. You all always be missed but NEVER forgotten.. God has given you a new name that is written in the Book of Life..I will see you again one day Mikee #In Him..Minister and your cousin Linda .
Glora cooper
September 17, 2016
Condolences to all the family.
Sebastian Ossa
September 17, 2016
Rest in Piece Young Man, I still remember working with you and your brothers at the Ashburn.
Jennifer White
September 16, 2016
There will never be another like you! You can never be replaced. I will always cherish our friendship we had since we were kids, although we came the best of friends in our early adulthood. We have made so many memories that I will never forget. Our loyalty to one another was never questioned. You always knew you could count on me and I could you. There was nothing we didn't talk about and our honesty to each other was one of a kind. We argued like brother and sister, but more like I was the mom and you was my child...lol. Michael Antonio you will be forever in my heart and thank you for being the man you were in my life. I love and miss you..... Life is short, so live it. This was what you truly lived by and I would be rich if I was paid every time you told me this!!! It's never good bye but I'll see you later My ANGEL!
monica
September 16, 2016
Love you to the stars . I will miss you so
MAB for ever♡
Crystal Koehler
September 16, 2016
Mikey you will always hold a special place in my heart.... Prayers to your family in this difficult time! Rest In Heaven!!
Dottie Henderson
September 16, 2016
PauPau (Vernard Bass), we are so sorry for your loss of your nephew. We love you PauPau and hold you and your family in our prayers.
Love,
Ebby, Devin & D'Sean
With deepest sympathy, we send our condolences to the Bass family.
Henderson/Taylor family
Ceasare' Carter
September 16, 2016
"I was so saddened to hear about Mikey's passing. I pray that you will have strength during this time of loss. Remember, Those who love us never goes away, Mikey will always be here in spirit."
Roxie Williams
September 16, 2016
The thing I remember about you the most is your smile. You had a great smile, probably an imagine burned in everyone's memory lol.. You had such a natural loving personality. My words cannot begin to express or capture the loss so many are feeling since you went home. You will be missed by so many, and people you probably had no idea that you left such a imprint in their soul... And may yours forever rest in heaven....Fly high Mikey!!!
September 16, 2016
Sending you all our Thoughts and Prayers
The Pogue Family
Shannon Demko
September 16, 2016
Love you Mikie. You are missed by so many. I know youmwill stay with us in spirit as well as our hearts.
Deanna Fouche
September 16, 2016
My sincerest condolences... :(
Roxie Williams
September 16, 2016
You always had a smile on your face,a presents that was so felt, such a natural loving personality and that definitely will be missed by many. My words don't even begin to express or capture the amount of emptiness so many feel without you here..I know your in heaven with that while known smile of yours...Fly high Mikey
September 16, 2016
I loved mike like he was mind I will miss him so much Rip love you mike Bass
The Compassionate Friends
September 16, 2016
Dear Bass Family,
We, the families of The Compassionate Friends, send you our heartfelt condolences. The Compassionate Friends is an international grief support group for parents, grandparents and siblings who have suffered the heartbreaking loss of a child. Our only mission is to provide comfort, hope and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or daughter, brother or sister, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. We meet monthly in Columbus from 7-9 PM on the second Tuesday of each month at Ascension Lutheran Church, 1479 Morse Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229. If and when you are ready to do so, please join us. We need Not Walk Along. We are The Compassionate Friends.
~~~
The Compassionate Friends
Columbus, Ohio Chapter
(614) 882-8986
www.tcfcolumbus.org
www.compassionatefriends.org
September 16, 2016
You( always) took the time to stop by and visit me. You brought a smile to my face. Now it feels like the light's have just went out on my Christmas Tree.Miss you,Mike,
MR Roberts
Anthony Allender
September 16, 2016
I love you cousin!
September 16, 2016
The family is in prayers and thought. there is no words, my love & heart goes out to you & the family --
Teresa Mathis-Wilson, Harvey & Family
Kristine Allender
September 16, 2016
They say family does'nt always consist as blood. For Micheal even though he wasn't blood he always respected people and myself who where close to him to be. I'm thankful i was able to meet and watch a fine young man grow to a fantabulous man who no matter what he was going through or dealing with he always had a smile on his face that lit up the room. A young inspiring soul gone way to soon. I want to send my condolences to his family for i know he will be dearly missed. I apologise for not being able to attend the going home ceremony but please know that there hasn't been a day this week that hasnt gone by that you where not in my thoughts and prayers. God be with you during your time of morning and give you strength to heal from such tragedy. I love and miss each and everyone of you. He may be gone physically but his soul will carry on through each and everyone he impacted.
Stacia Chavis-Love
September 16, 2016
Prayers sent to all of the family and friends of mikey you truly will be missed by many and always loved by many. R.I.H Mikey Bass gone to soon..
Joseph jay jay Love
September 16, 2016
May god bring the family peace I.love you all jay love
Jakki Byrd
September 16, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with the family in this time of sorrow. May the memories of Mikey keep you fulfilled in your hearts.
Tamika and Dana Wiggins
September 16, 2016
You all are in our prayers. I have been thinking about you all during this time. May God comfort you all and give you the strength you need to get through this. I'm so sorry for your loss. God has gained a beautiful angel the day He called Mike home. I send my love and prayers.
September 16, 2016
To the family of Michael Bass - My thoughts and prayers are with with your family during this time. May you the peace of God provide your family peace to endure. (1 Corinthians 1:3,4).
Shy Kayla Mosley
September 16, 2016
See you on the other side
Brandy Anderson
September 16, 2016
PRAYERS FOR THE FAMILY! Sorry for you loss.
Anna White (Butler)
September 15, 2016
Your Godson Tristan Butler Will Never Forget You...We Love You.RIH Michael Antonio Bass..Fly High..Mikey Your Smile & Soul (Heart) is Perfect...I Will Always Miss You..
Jamie Roberts
September 15, 2016
I'm grateful God blessed me to be apart of such an amazing life. You left me with so many great memories. You always have and always will hold a special place in my heart. I find peace knowing your at peace in heaven. RIH Always and Forever
Nikhar Ahmed
September 15, 2016
My hudda budda wudda. My love. Thank you for saving my life.
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