Frederick C. "Fred" Basse, age 81, beloved husband for 60 years to Judith A. Basse, nee Martin. Loving father of Fred Basse, Ellen (Phillip) Caputo, Nancy (late Howard) Kooima, Michael (Jennifer) Basse, and Linda (Michael) Bartholomew. Cherished grandfather of Anthony Caputo, Jennifer (Greg) Holliday, James (fiancé Bethany) Caputo, Ryan Basse, Ashleigh Basse, Richard (Ondreea) Marin, Melissa Marin, Alex Marin and Matthew Marin. Dearest brother of Judy (Ray) Tamme, Sharon (David) Henderson and Marikaye (Joseph) McDermott. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Visitation Sunday, September 23, 2018 from 1-5 PM with a Memorial Service to follow at 5:00 p.m. at Colonial Chapel 15525 S. 73rd Ave., Orland Park, IL.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital are appreciated. Express your thoughts and condolences at colonialchapel.com 708-532-5400