Ruth Inez Basey Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Ruth Inez Basey in Carmel, Indiana, born in Moss, Tennessee, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on May 9, 2026 at the age of 99. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her husband Max Hunt Basey; her parents, Bee Dunning and Bertha Dunning (Head); her brothers, Radford Dunning (Martha) and Charles Dunning; her grandson Alex Brown; and her stepgranddaughter Connie.
She is survived by: her daughters, Carolyn and LouAnn; her grandchildren, Max Anthony "Tony" Brown and Michelle Bady (Dontay); her granddaughter-in-law Beth Brown; her grandchildren, Zachary, Jacob, Tyler and Jordan; her stepgrandchildren, Jeff, Amy and Sue; her great grandchildren, Carter Alexander and Amelia Grace; her nephews, Rex Dunning (Charlene) and Ron Dunning (Jan); and her niece Rita Smith (Dave).
Memorial contributions may be made to East Union Christian Church, 1711 E 296th St,, Atlanta, IN, 46031.
