David Bradley Basnett

David Bradley Basnett, age 63, of Hannibal passed away Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at his home in Brookfield, Missouri.

A celebration of David’s life will be held at a later date.

Memorials to  Brookfield Eagles Aerie #2463, Marceline Eagles Aerie #726, or Wounded Warrior Project, may be left at or mailed to Wright Funeral Home, P.O. Box 496, Brookfield, MO 64628.

David Bradley, son of Thomas Wayne and Joyce Pauline (Bailey) Basnett, was born December 19, 1959, in Hannibal, Missouri.

David spent most of his life as a handy man doing odd and end jobs. He mainly did carpentry, plumbing and was a certified electrician. David had a great love for his children and always enjoyed helping them out in any way that he could. David enjoyed fishing, hunting, outdoor activities and spending time with family and friends.

David was a member of the Eagles Lodge in both Brookfield and Marceline,  and a loyal supporter of the Wounded Warrior Project.

Survivors include his two children, Jessica K. Baker of Paris, and Shawn Basnett and wife Shannon of Versailles; siblings, Steven Basnett and wife Sharon of Hannibal, Cindy Cates and husband Robert of Hannibal, Tina Cates of New London, Bobbie Bretl and husband Mike of Germany, Brenda Ramey of Hannibal; several other nieces, nephews and other extended family members.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Joyce (Bailey) Basnett.

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