Ward Bassett

Ward W. Bassett, 87, Topeka, passed away Wed., March 18, 2009, at Brewster Place. He was born in Dover, KS on Aug. 6, 1921, the son of Albert J. and Sarah L. (Morgan) Bassett.

Ward graduated with a Political Science Degree and a History Degree from Emporia State University.

He worked as a Mail Supervisor for Topeka Bank and Trust retiring at age 58 after 40 years of service.

Memberships include Dover Lodge #138 Masons where he was a 60 year member; Scottish Rite of Free Masonry (32nd Degree); Shriner's of North America; AARP Assn.; High Twelve Club and First Congregational Church.

Ward was an avid Kansas Jayhawk Basketball Fan; Washburn University Basketball Fan, in addition, he loved to travel the world having been just about everywhere.

Survivors include two nephews, Richard and Dennis Bassett of Dover; one niece, Janice Ramirez of WY; several great nephews and nieces and "Dear Friends", Dale, Jane and Philip Wolfe of Topeka. His brother, James Bassett preceded him in death.
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Sat., March 21, 2009, at Penwell-Gabel Mid-Town Chapel, with Masonic services conducted by Dover Lodge #138. Private inurnment will take place at a later date. Ward will lie in state after 2:00 p.m. Friday with a visitation from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to Heart of America Hospice, 5930 SW 29th St., Topeka, KS 66614.