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Melvin Bassar

Date of Death: January 18, 2020

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Saturday 2/1, 1:00 pm

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Melvin Bassar, a life-long resident of Beaver County, of Center Township, passed away on January 18, 2020. He was 89.

Mel was a graduate of Monaca High School and the University of Pittsburgh’s School of Pharmacy. He was a pharmacist for over sixty years, originally owning his own store – Bassar Pharmacy – before moving on to work at various pharmacies across the county. In addition, Mel served as a pharmacist for the US Army during the Korean War.

Mel is survived by his wife of sixty-two years, Mary Ann (Turek) Bassar; three children and their spouses: Michelle (Tony) Merendo of Center Township, Melissa (James) Kozel of Beaver, and Michael (Darla) Bassar of Conway; four grandchildren: Matthew Merendo of Pittsburgh, Melanny Merendo of Center Township, Karsen (Griffin) Dalmaso of Manhattan, Kansas, and Cameron Kozel of Beaver; two sisters: Stella Zinaich and Melva Malyak; and several nieces and nephews.

Mel was preceded in death by his parents, Nick and Helen Bassar, and a brother, Nick Bassar.

A memorial service with full military honors provided by the Beaver County Special Unit will be held on Saturday, February 1st at 1:00 PM in the Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca.

To share online condolences, get directions and other information, please visit simpsonfuneralhome.com.

 

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Melvin Bassar, a life-long resident of Beaver County, of Center Township, passed away on January 18, 2020. He was 89. Mel was a graduate of Monaca High School and the University of Pittsburgh’s School of Pharmacy. He was a pharmacist for over sixty years, originally owning his own store – Bassar Pharmacy – before movingContinue Reading

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Cindy Klug left a message on January 31, 2020:
Rest In Peace Mr Bassar
Suzette Counts Riley left a message on January 23, 2020:
Oh my goodness ( with a smile on my face)I remember Mr. Bassar from the pharmacy he owned back in Beaver Falls, Pa. Back then his pharmacy was located on Darlington Road Patterson Twp, BF,Pa! I remember always stopping in to buy some candy or a birthday card for someone I am truly sorry for your loss he was a wonderful kind man to his customers.
David Schweinsberg left a message on January 22, 2020:
Mel gave me one of my first jobs at Bassar Pharmacy. He was a great guy. My thoughts are with his family.
The Westphals left a message on January 21, 2020:
We will always remember Melvin for his sense of humor and gentleness. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. He will be missed.
Simpson Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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