James F. Bassford Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on November 4, 2025 in Arnold, Maryland

James F. Bassford Sr.

December 1, 1932 - November 4, 2025 (92 years old)

Arnold, Maryland

James F. Bassford Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on November 4, 2025 in Arnold, Maryland

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James F. Bassford Sr.

December 1, 1932 - November 4, 2025 (92 years old)

Arnold, Maryland

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James F. Bassford Sr. Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate James F. Bassford Sr. of Arnold, Maryland, whose life came to an end on November 4, 2025 at the age of 92, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James P. Bassford and Lucy Bassford (Jones); his wife Carol Bassford (Owens); his former wife Emma Ciancio; John Bassford, Michael Bassford, Lola Virginia Jenkins, Dorothy Broiles, Betty Magill, Nancy Shores, Edna Tucker, Shirley Bassford, Kitty Hughes, James P. Bassford Jr., Robert L. Bassford, Ohmer Bassford and Bishop William Donald Bassford.

He is survived by: his children, James Bassford Jr. (Patricia), Rebecca Crane, Shirley Newfrock (Robert) and Barbara Wood (Walter); his stepchildren, Charles Lewis (Sheila) and Theresa Dillenbeck; his brother Robert Bassford (Mable); and his daughter-in-law Monica Bassford. He is also survived by 17 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and good friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at: https://www.stjude.org. or The American Stroke Association at: https://www.stroke.org.

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