Michael Bass

Michael Scott Bass, 65, of Chandler, AZ, passed away suddenly on November 7, 2024. He was born on May 13, 1959 in McCook, Nebraska and moved with his family to Phoenix as a toddler.

Mike graduated from Maryvale High School in 1977, played drums in the MHS marching band, was active on the yearbook staff, and yearbook editor his senior year. He graduated with his degree in Electrical Engineering from Arizona State University in 1984. He loved working at KJZZ Radio, in the late 1970's to 1986. Mike made his career at Arizona Public Service as an electrical engineer in Energy Management Systems, for 25 years.

Known for his 12-string guitar and his voice, he played and sang for SEARCH retreats, and with so many parish choirs. He always looked forward to his next Disneyland or Walt Disney World trips, since his teens to age 65. Mike had the ultimate sense of humor; his goal in life was to make everyone laugh and smile. When he quietly blessed strangers with rosaries he carried with him, they sometimes cried; they were always grateful.

Mike is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Patsy; his siblings, Kathrin, Kelly, and Kurt. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Myrtle Bass, and his siblings, Robert II, and Karla.

A Celebration of Life will be held for Mike on January 17, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church located at 230 W. Galveston St., Chandler, AZ 85225. Following the service, a reception will take place at Floridino's Pizza and Pasta, 590 N. Alma School Rd. #35, Chandler, AZ 85224.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Mike's memory to the Phoenix Union High School District, Maryvale High School, Band and/or Yearbook/Publications: https://az-phoenixunion-lite.intouchreceipting.com, 3415 N. 59th Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85033, 602-764-2000.