David Eugene Bass,65, of Webb City, Missouri, passed away in Joplin, MO on March 23, 2025. He was born in San Diego, California. He graduated from Santa Theresa High School in San Jose, California
After High School, he joined the Navy, where he spent 21 years, earning the rank of Chief Petty Officer before his retirement. He had a passion for watching movies that displayed the components of his rate. During his career, he earned several awards and medals for the achievements of his group. After Retirement, he worked as a contract prorject manager for companies that built telecommunications towers.
He is survived by his parents, Harold Eugene and Virginia Lea Bass, His daughter, Malia Christina Harvey, son-in-law Shavor Harvey, granddaughters Alissa and Saniyah Harvey, Daughter, Shannon Erin Howell, and granddaughter, Zoey Sophia Ann Bass, and Son, David Brandon Ryan Bass, granddaughter, Shela Bass. Sister, Carolyn Sue Ferguson, brother-in-law, Timothy Ferguson, brother, Robert Lee Bass, and sister-in-law, Lisa Smith Bass, as well as brother, Ronald Dean Bass, and nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Disabled American Veterans. Arrangements are under the direction of Ozark Memorial Park Crematory of Joplin, MO