Judith “Judy” Nickles Basse

Judith "Judy" Lynne Nickles BasseHermitage, TNAge 81, died October 19, 2014. A native of Ponca City, Oklahoma, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert W. "Bob" Basse.Survived by daughters, Janet Basse Graham (Tim) of Sewanee, Tennessee, Karen Basse Buckner (Buck) of Hermitage; granddaughter, Laura Beth Graham; grandsons, David Graham, Ben, Bob (Alison) and Mark Buckner; stepbrother, Bob Hunter (Pauline); sisters-in-law, Ruth Klussendorf and Carolyn Basse; and many beloved nieces and nephews. Judy was past manager of the Tennessee State Fair, past president of the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce Farmers' Club, a member of the Downtown Kiwanis Club, and served as the executive secretary of the Tennessee Association of Fairs. She also served a two-year term as president of the Federation of Fairs and served on the International Association of Fairs and Exhibitors board. She was the recipient of the Tennessee Friend of 4-H in recognition of her support and interest in the farm youth organization and was also the recipient of an Excellence in Agriculture award from the Middle Tennessee Agricultural Club (Ag Club). She represented Nashville and the United States with her strong values and love of all things agriculture. Those who knew Judy will miss her wonderful sense of humor and her joy in being around people. There will be a Celebration of Life Service at Andrew Price Memorial United Methodist Church in the sanctuary on Saturday, October 25th at 2:30 p.m., with Rev. Melisa Derseweh and Rev. Dr. Joel Emerson officiating. Interment to follow at Hermitage Memorial Gardens. Family to serve as Active Pallbearers. Honorary Pallbearers will be beloved lifelong friends, and members of the Nashville Ag Club, Sassy Seniors and Ilene's Travel Group. Visitation with the family will be Friday, October 24th at Hermitage Funeral Home from 4-6 p.m., and one hour prior to the service at the church. Expressions of sympathy are suggested to the 4-H Foundation, Ag Club, Andrew Price Methodist, or McKendree Golden Cross. Condolences may be offered at www.hermitagefh.com.