Obituary

James “Jim” Robert Bass III, 72 of Winterpock, Virginia passed peacefully on April 11, 2025. Jim was born in Richmond, Virginia, on December 3, 1952 to the late James Robert Bass Jr. and Ada Mabe Bass.

On January 31, 1971 Jim married the love of his life, Linda Gayle. They were faithfully married for 52 wonderful years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Linda Gayle Jackson Bass; and his sisters, Margaret Bass Henderson and Janie Bass Rosser.

Left to cherish his life are his sisters in law, Ann Marie Jackson Clarke (Butch) and Bonnie Denise Jackson; and numerous nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and great-great nephews.

Jim enjoyed working for Colonial Truck for 41 years. He loved to tell his stories and make everyone laugh. He also loved his cats, his garden, fishing, camping and going to the beach. Above all what Jim loved most was his friends and family. Nothing made him happier than seeing the smiling faces of the younger generation.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, April 18, 2025 at Morrissett Funeral & Cremation Service, 6500 Iron Bridge, North Chesterfield, VA 23234. His celebration of life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 19, 2025 at the funeral home. Interment to follow at Dale Memorial Park, 10201 Newbys Bridge Road, Chesterfield, 23832.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Clover Hill Sports Association, 13926 Hull St Rd, MB#116, Midlothian, Virginia 23112.

Visitation

Date & Time: April 18, 2025 (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
Venue: Morrissett Funeral and Cremation Service
Location: 6500 Iron Bridge Road, North Chesterfield, VA 23234 - (Get Directions)
Phone Number: (804) 275-7828

Celebration of Life

Date & Time: April 19, 2025 (11:00 AM)
Venue: Morrissett Funeral and Cremation Service
Location: 6500 Iron Bridge Road, North Chesterfield, VA 23234 - (Get Directions)
Phone Number: (804) 275-7828

Interment

Date & Time: April 19, 2025 (12:00 PM)
Venue: Dale Memorial Park
Location: 10201 Newbys Bridge Road Chesterfield, VA 23832 - (Get Directions)
Phone Number: (804) 748-5843

Clover Hill Sports Association

Address: 13926 Hull St Rd, MB#116 Midlothian, Virginia 23112 - (Get Directions)
Website: https://www.cloverhillsports.org/
Email Address: Cloverhillsportsassociation@gmail.com
Description: Clover Hill Sports Association is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that exists for the purpose of sponsoring youth sports in Chesterfield County, Virginia. The Clover Hill Sports Association is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors which meets regularly. You may contact the CHSA President for information regarding meetings and association updates.

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5 responses to James "Jim" Robert Bass III

Carol Witt says:

April 14, 2025

I am heartbroken, Uncle Jim… but I find comfort in knowing that you are once again happy, reunited with your one true love, your sisters, and the rest of the family. I can only imagine the celebration happening up there right now.

Fly high, Uncle Jim — you will be deeply missed.

Love you always. ♡

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Kathy Gottschalk says:

April 14, 2025

Jim will be missed by so many because he made everyone feel special. I am thankful for the opportunity I had to be around him. He was a very special man that will be missed by many.

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Loretta says:

April 14, 2025

I am deeply sorry for his family and friends. I first met Jim when we all worked at Safeway DC. I met Linda one evening when my friend Steve Ford took me to their house. We would all go camping at Bugs Island lake. Jim would take us skiing, he had the boat. I will miss him. FLY HIGH Jimbo

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Cindy Howard says:

April 14, 2025

So sorry to hear of your passing. I’m sending love and prayers to your family. I’m so glad you were with Linda again. Rest in peace, my friend.

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ANN MARIE says:

April 15, 2025

My friend, my brother in law, it’s heart breaking to lose you. You and Linda are together again I am so glad our last words to each other were love ya. Missing you and Linda, forever is a long time.

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