Mrs. Claire P. Bassett

September 17, 1933 - June 21, 2019

Mrs. Claire Bassett was born to Steven and Mary Kunik on September 17, 1933 in Nyack, NY. She died June 21, 2019 in Inverness, FL. She worked as a telephone operator for Bell Telephone in Nyack, NY and enjoyed operating the switchboard, she would often reminisce about the experience. Claire met her first husband Herman V. Huber while roller skating. They had two children, both boys. Soon after the birth of their second son she lost her husband to an illness. Claire raised her two children by herself. Later she returned to work at telephone company where she was employed as an Engineering Clerk. That is where she met Edward Bassett, they were soon married and eventually retired and moved to Florida. Claire and Ed were married for 36 years. Claire was a warm and loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Friend. Family was everything to her. She enjoyed going to the gym and socializing with family and friends. Claire had a good sense of humor and she liked to laugh, we all enjoyed a warm and loving relationship with her. Survivors include her husband, Edward Bassett, two sons: Anthony Huber and Steven Huber, daughter, Beverly Grace, brother, Steven Kunik, sister, June Kunik, and 3 Grandchildren. Claire was well liked and respected by those fortunate to know her. Many kind words have been spoken on her behalf and she will be missed by all who knew her and we pray that she rests in peace. Arrangements are under the direction of the Hooper Funeral Homes & Crematory.