Shirley Jean Bass, 91, formerly of Hutchinson, died Jan. 4, 2021, at Bonham Nursing and Rehabilitation, Bonham, TX. She was born March 23, 1929, in Winona, KS, to Clinton and Alice (Fanning) Thompson.
Shirley was a 1947 graduate of Winona High School. She worked in customer services at Sears, retiring with over 26 years of service. Shirley was a long-time member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Hutchinson.
On August 10, 1947, she married John Noble Bass, in Winona. They shared over 38 years of marriage, prior to his death on Nov. 4, 1985.
Shirley is survived by her children, Clinton (Kathryn) Bass of Trenton, TX, Melvin (Linda) Bass of Hutchinson, and Dan (Melinda) Bass of Burrton; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and two sisters.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and two brothers.
Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be scheduled at a future date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Hospice and HomeCare of Reno County, or Cancer Council of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.