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Obituary For Deacon Samuel "Sam" Bass
To those I love and those that love me, I am free so do not grieve for me because God has set me free.
Deacon Samuel Bass was born June 13, 1948, to the late Otis Rufus Bass, Sr. and the late Obzeen Moore Bass, and to this union four children were born in Nashville, Ga. On Thursday, May 22, 2025, God called Deacon Bass to his Heavenly Home.
He was a member of Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Dr. Norman J. Edwards. He served as the Assistant Chairman of the Deacon Board, Sunday School Superintendent, Pulpit Attendant, Communion Steward, Baptism Assistant, member of the Finance and Benevolent Committee and whatever capacity that he saw a need.
Sam was employed at Colquitt EMC as a maintenance technician, and general laborer. He touched the lives of many people, and he will be truly missed by those who came in contact with him, blew their horn at him as they passed by, or saw him at Sam's Club.
Sam was a baseball umpire for sixty years. In June 2005, Field #1 at Nat Hudson Park in Nashville, Georgia was dedicated and named in honor of him. He will be truly missed as he was very well know and loved by all.
He was preceded in death by his father Otis Rufus Bass, Sr., mother Obzeen Moore Bass, father-in-law Ray Black, and brother-in-law Marc Black.
He died peacefully at home and leaves to cherish his memories: a loving and devoted wife Sanchious Carter Bass who was by his side until the end; three brothers: Elbert Bass of Gainesville, FL, Otis Bass of Moultrie, Ga., and Wendall Bass of Nashville, Ga., mother-in-law Delores Black of Valdosta, Ga., sister-in-law Tonya (Richard) Brown of Valdosta, Ga., two brothers-in-law Reginald Black and Clayton Black both of Valdosta, Ga.; a special aunt, Wanda Carter of Hahira, Georgia, who is a meal provider and community cook special cousins and assistant caregivers Gerrilyn (Sissy) and Jarod Herring (nephew) both of Hahira, Ga.; god children: Tanya Witherspoon of South Carolina, Michell Troy and Patrina Bowles of Valdosta, Ga.; god children and assistant caregivers Vanessa Copeland, Jakora Williams, Azjhiah Thomas, all of Valdosta, Ga.; and a host of loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
A celebration of life for Deacon Samuel Bass will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 11:00 A. M. at Mt Olive Missionary Baptist Church Rev. Norman Edwards is the pastor and will be officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Public viewing will be held on Friday, May 30, from 10:00 A.M. til 7:00 P. M.
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Joan Sterrett Allah planted 5 trees in memory of Deacon Samuel "Sam" Bass . - May 31, 2025
Condolences to the family of Deacon Bass.
We had the privilege to participate in Sam & Sam's wedding, making memories in photography! Sam Bass & I worked for District Health Office. Much sympathy to Sam from Carol & I, we are in Plant City otherwise we'd been @ the memorial services! ♥️ & 🙏🏻🙏🏻's
I first met you while I was working at the Cook County Health Department years ago, and I do mean years ago. You came by to see my friend and co-worker Sanchious(Sam). You were such a gentleman. I think she loved you even then, but she didn't initially admit it. You married my friend, so I knew you were a good man. Your time here on this side has come and gone now. I will remember that big smile and always, your love for my friend. Sending my condolences to the Bass family 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
I grew up in Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church with some of the most amazing people . Deacon Bass was the sweetest and we had the most fun during VBS ! I will never ever forget the impact you had on my life as a child through your kindness , smile and beautiful heart. Praying for Sis Bass and the entire family ❤️
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We are very fortunate Sam shared 26 years of his life with us at Colquitt EMC. Sam was always concerned with doing a great job and taking care of everything and everybody. We are blessed for having such a good friend.
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My sincere Condolences You will truly be missed you were a amazing person that cared for everyone Rest In Peace my brother
So, so sorry to hear of Sam's passing. Friends since high school. What a good man. Keep on smiling and calling those strikes and balls Sam. You will be missed by all. Berrien County Icon for real. We love you Brother.
At this time we celebrate Sam's life. I will always cherish and never forget. Those summers that we spent together laughing and playing as our father's, my dad known as uncle Josh and your dad uncle Otis brought us together. Those were some glorious and unforgettable days. I Jim Bass and family extend our deepest Sympathy and condolences to your wife Sanchious. I Truly will miss you cuz, see you on the other side.
Time to take your rest Mr. Sam! Job well done my friend! So many fine stories can be told about a wonderful man with a great heart!
I worked with Sam at EMC. He was a wonderful man to be around. He always wanted to know if everything was okay. I will miss his smile and great humor to lighten the day. God bless you Sam.
My brother! What long memories we share, talks, laughs.....You were truly a dedicated, sincere servant to the Mt. Olive MBC family, your dedication will forever be remembered by all .To your loving wife, my " sissy" I send my deepest condolences, hugs and prayers to her and the entire family 💕🙏🏼
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So sorry for your loss.
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My condolences to Sam's family. I thought a lot of Mr. Sam. He umpire a many of my little league baseball and city league softball games in Berrien county. When he went to work for Colquitt EMC, I was working for CED Valdosta and when I would make deliveries to them I would be sure to look him up just to say hi and he always had to know the latest news going on in the city of Nashville. I'm going to miss you my friend!! I find comfort that you are with our Lord and Savior!
Had the pleasure to work with Mr. Sam at Colquitt EMC. He never met a stranger and always had a smile on his face. We had many conversations about God and and just life in general. Thanks for always being a wonderful friend I'll miss you. Praying for the Bass family.
We're so very sorry for your loss. Our family will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. One of the finest human beings on this earth and I was honored to call him my friend. RIP Sam Bass.
You will be missed! Although you are gone we know that you are not in pain anymore! Forever in our hearts Uncle Sam! We love you Shatia &Diondrick Smith. The Smith Family
Our deepest sympathy to Sam and family,Praying God will continue to lift you up. We knew Sam for a long time, he never met a stranger. R IP
So sorry for the loss of such a fine young man, from the first time he called a ballgame for my son Phil Conner, I have thought the world of this man!! He was an inspiration to so many young people in sports and to adults also! You go and soar with the angels and call a few games in heaven , I know Phil is waiting to hear "STRIKE". You will be missed!!
Sam was a great man and friend. We knew him for many years. He will be missed by everyone.
Condolences 💐 to the family! I'm going to miss you, Mr.Bass😢🙏🏾
Love, Shondra(Hospice)
Sam we have a friendship that goes back to the 70's. You were always kind and courteous to me. You were the kind of friend that everybody wishes that they had. It is my sincere prayer that you have found the type of peace that you brought into the lives of everyone that were a part of your life. Take your rest my friend.
Mae Whitaker
Sam we have a friendship that goes back to the 70's. You were always kind and courteous to me. You were the kind of friend that everybody wishes that they had. It is my sincere prayer that you have found the type of peace that you brought into the lives of everyone that were a part of your life. Take your rest my friend.
Mae
Sam and Sam, cousin sam, I miss you, but I know you are with your heavenly Father. Samantha, so glad you were by his side all the way... Love and prayers for comfort to each of you ☮️💓
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