Ann Harston Bassett

Aug. 5, 1942 – Oct. 29, 2014

Ann Harston Bassett died peacefully in her sleep on the morning of Oct. 29, 2014.

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She had suffered for many years with health problems. Several organ transplants extended her life and she considered this to be a miracle and a blessing from her Father in Heaven. Through all of the hardships Ann faced she always kept a beautiful smile and her sense of humor. She was a true survivor.

Ann Harston Bassett was born to James Briggs Harston and Opal LaVon West on Aug. 5, 1942, in Lovell. She grew up in Cowley alongside two brothers and one sister. On Oct. 19, 1962, Ann married and was sealed to her best friend and eternal companion Earl Whetstone Bassett in the Logan Temple. Ann’s greatest loves were her husband and family, who took great care of her and brought her such joy and comfort.

Ann raised her family in Brigham City, Utah, and later moved to Centerville, Utah. She served in many church callings and was constantly providing service and love to all those around her. Ann loved music and she sang solos and was in various choirs. She was a beautiful example of the true light of Jesus Christ.

Ann is survived by her husband of 52 years, Earl; son Kirk (Penny) Bassett; daughters Rachel Burningham and Cheryl (Matt) Ford; grandchildren KC, Jessica (Nicholas), Sean, Cody (Shannah), Tyler, Nikole, Orion, Aliyah, Danielle and Joslyn; sister Jean Wardell and brother Lee Harston; sister-in-law Dori Harston and many other family members and dear friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her son Dan H. Bassett and brother Phil Harston.

Funeral services were held Saturday, Nov. 1, 2014, at the Chase Lane Ward in Centerville, Utah with viewings Friday night at the Russon Brothers Mortuary in Bountiful, Utah, and Saturday before the service at the Chase Lane Ward building.