Allan R. Bassett

SOUTH MILWAUKEE - Allan R. Bassett passed away on October 28, 2023. He is survived by his wife, Catherine; daughter Anissa and son Allan Ryan. Further survived by an aunt, many cousins, brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, the Village of Willow Lane, and more friends than you can count.

Al was from Ohio, moved to Wisconsin, and had a long career specializing in water treatment and indoor air quality. He was the owner of Bassett Air Quality. He was a dedicated member of the Association of Water Technology for decades and drove the need to develop training and education. Al was a leader, a mentor to his associates, and a great problem solver, who was beloved by his clients. He received many awards for his technical achievements and for his exceptional voluntary commitments.

Al lived life large. Al was a happy, incredibly energetic, intelligent guy who LOVED people. He loved car racing, sailing, golfing, gambling and having fun. He was a prolific volunteer. Al was dedicated to the Lions Club and its charities. He mentored high school students, volunteered for the Kidney Foundation, Juvenile Diabetes, and more charitable groups than we could list.

Al will be greatly missed by many. Best known for his smile, he was a playful rascal who was very lucky. He believed you should ‘Eat your desert first.’ Al’s greatest achievement was his incredible friends and family.

A celebration of life will take place on November 9, 2023 at The Bucyrus Club, 1919 12th Avenue, South Milwaukee from 2 - 6 pm.

In lieu of flowers, in the spirit of Al, a donation can be made to the Wisconsin Lions Camp, National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin or a charity of your choice.