Marion Bass

Obituary of Marion Else Bass

Marion Else Bass, 77 of Bernardsville, NJ passed away on Tuesday, September 20, 2016 at her home. Marion was born and raised in Oldenburg, Germany before moving to Bernardsville, NJ at the age of 19. Marion completed her basic education in Germany then graduated from the University of Cincinnati. Mrs. Bass was an accomplished artist in the mediums of painting, decorating, sewing, and knitting. She was also a member of the International Club. Marion is survived by her beloved husband, Walter Bass of 33 years; children Ellen McShane and husband Alan of Stockton, NJ, Ellen Bates and husband Brian of Moorestown, NJ, Chrissy Hofbeck and husband Keith of Lebanon, NJ. Also surviving are her 8 grandchildren, Emily, Aiden, Adam, Julia, David, Andrew, Mike, and Elise, her 9 in laws which she looked at as her own siblings. She was predeceased by her 2 brother-in-laws. Visitation will be held on Friday September 30, 2016 at Gallaway and Crane Funeral Home, 101 South Finley Ave, Basking Ridge, NJ from 10:00 – 12:00 pm. Funeral Service will follow at 12 Noon at the funeral home. Burial will take place at St. Bernards Cemetery, Bernardsville. For further information, or to light an online condolence candle please visit www.gcfuneralhome.com
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Friday
23
September

Funeral Service

Friday, September 23, 2016
Gallaway & Crane Funeral Home
101 South Finley Avenue, PO Box 502
Basking Ridge, New Jersey, United States
Friday
23
September

Interment at: St. Bernards Cemetery

Friday, September 23, 2016
St. Bernards Cemetery
60 Washington Ave.
Bernardsville, New Jersey, United States
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