Jesse Louil Bassinger, 98, passed from this life on Saturday, June 16, 2018. He was born in Colorado City, Texas to Grover and Lulu May (Loftis) Bassinger. Jesse was a loving father, grandfather and great grandfather. He loved to play bridge and also enjoyed watching Basketball and Baseball on TV. He is a WWII Veteran, having served his country in the United States Navy. Jesse was a member of a local Baptist church. He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife Mae, a sister Jewel Woods and his first grandson, Jimmy Harris. Jesse is survived by a son; Ron and wife Barbara Bassinger, a daughter; Dianna and husband Jim McBride, all of Lubbock, 4 grandchildren, several great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at 1:00 PM at Resthaven Memorial Park Cemetery. The family suggests memorials to the Lubbock Children’s Home.