Melvia Trisler Bass Obituary
The passing of Melvia Trisler Bass of Jonesville, Louisiana occurred on September 17, 2026. Melvia, born on April 18, 1932, is remembered by those who knew her. 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 Lankston Dale Bass Sr.; her daughter Melodie Bass; her parents, Marshall Trisler and Lucy Elizabeth Trisler; and her brothers, Rev. Lloyd Trisler, Shelby Trisler and Wannie Trisler.
She is survived by: her sons, Lankston Bass, Jr. (Cindy) of Jonesville, LA and John Bass (Chrystal) of Jonesville, LA; her grandchildren, Whit Bass (Holly) of Baskin, LA, Will Bass of Jonesville, LA, Caleb Bass (Blakelynn) of Monterey, LA, Linsey Holloway (Jacob) of Harrisonburg, LA, Brooke Johnson (JJ) of Manifest, LA and Leslie Finley of Jena, LA; her great grandchildren, Hannah, Aaron-Sophia, Conor, Mallory, Jasmine, Jade, Ollie, Samuel, Kinsley, Kailey, Drake, Slade, Pyper, Jacie, Kenlie and Hadlie; her sister Verdya Pecanty of Monterey; and her sister-in-law Dovie Trisler. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Visitation was held on Sunday, September 20th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Lake Lilly Baptist Church (1902 LA-923, Jonesville, LA 71343). A funeral service was held on Sunday, September 20th 2026 at 3:00 PM at the same location.
