David Carl Bass Sr., 80, passed away Thursday, March 24, 2022.
He was born Aug. 27, 1941, in Columbus, Ga., to the late Woodrow and Ruby Davis Bass.
David had worked with the Postal service as a letter carrier. He was a veteran of the United States Navy.
David moved to this area around 2000 from Bartow, Fla. He was a member of Hiawassee Baptist Church in Murphy, current member of the Cherokee Masonic Lodge, past master, past high priest, past commander of York Rites.
David served over 29 years in the American Legion in Bartow, Fla. He was a Shriner, had strong work ethic, enjoyed woodworking, and coached Little League in Bartow.
David was an amateur pilot, worked in automotive for five and half years, Murphy Walmart and Harrah’s Valley River Casino. He was an avid car enthusiast.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Bobby Bass.
Surviving are his close companion, Debra Ledford; sons, David Bass Jr. and Daniel Casey Bass; a sister, Judy Laws; and grandchildren, Adam, Evan and Sydney Bass, and Sophia Mattson.
No services are planned at this time.
Townson-Rose Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
You may send tributes to the family at www.townson-rose.com.