Robert Lawson Bass

Robert "Bob" Bass, of Colorado Springs, Colorado, passed away on October 28, 2025, at the age of 71. He was born on November 18, 1953, in Ventura, California, to Don and Viva Bass.
Bob is preceded in death by his father Don Bass, his brother Donald Bass, and his beloved daughter Stephanie Bass. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Kimberly "Kim" Bass; daughter Christina "Christie" Bass; mother Viva Bass; sister Heather Bass (Steven Usnick); and brothers Mike Bass (Annette), Tim Bass (the late Carie), and James Bass.
Bob earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from the University of Missouri–Rolla and spent his career as a civil engineer specializing in dams, a job that he often enjoyed describing, with a smile, as being a "damn safety engineer."
While living in Colorado Springs, Bob met Kim Wolfe through First Presbyterian Church, where their shared faith and sense of adventure brought them together. They were married on January 16, 1988, and built a life rooted in love, humor, and service. Bob enjoyed participating in mission trips to Juarez, Mexico, with the church, where he forged meaningful friendships and helped improve the lives of others.
Bob and Kim welcomed their first daughter, Stephanie, on June 11, 1989, in Colorado Springs, and their second daughter, Christie, on December 2, 1991, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. After enduring the heartbreaking loss of Stephanie in 2003, Bob faced life's challenges with quiet strength and deep compassion, cherishing every moment with family and friends.
Music was one of Bob's lifelong passions. He shared his musical talents in church handbell choirs and playing impressive handbell solos. He passed on his love of music to both his daughters. He took immense pride in listening to Christie's musical performances throughout her studies and with the Pikes Peak Philharmonic. He loved to play the oboe and was able to pick the instrument up again during his final weeks for comfort.
Bob was equally at home in nature as he was in the concert hall. He loved hiking, snowshoeing, kayaking, cycling, skiing, and birdwatching, always equipped with his trademark hat and sunglasses along with a pair of binoculars or camera. His keen eye for beauty extended to photography, where he captured both the majesty of nature and the charm of everyday details, sharing his work with others through the Photocrowd community.
At home, Bob delighted in baking scones and banana bread, preparing hearty brunches, and entertaining family with humor and warmth. He and his family shared a love of travel, exploring national parks, cities, and countries around the world together.
Bob had a deep love for his extended shoal of Bass. He also felt deeply embraced by his wife's family, the Wolfe pack. He treasured the inclusion, love, and joy family brought to his life. He
cherished his connections with his in-laws, nieces, nephews, and their children, always eager to share laughter, stories, and encouragement. Family gatherings were a source of great happiness and belonging for him.
Bob will be remembered for his intelligence, wit, gentle spirit, and deep appreciation for life's simple joys; a good laugh, a good piece of music, and a beautiful view.
In honor of Bob's lifelong love of music, donations may be made to the Pikes Peak Philharmonic in Colorado Springs at pikespeakphil.org.
He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.