Robert Wilton Bass

Robert Wilton Bass (September 16, 1921 June 28, 1998)[1] was a politician from Texas, United States, who served in the Texas House of Representatives from 1961-1969.

Robert Wilton Bass
Member of the Texas House of Representatives
from the 1st district
In office
January 10, 1961  January 14, 1969
Preceded byGeorge Washington McCoppin
Succeeded byVernon Edgar Howard
Personal details
BornSeptember 16, 1921
DiedJune 28, 1998(1998-06-28) (aged 76)
SpouseJoann Sheppard (1924-?)
Children2
Parent(s)Allie Bass (1876-1970)
Stella Smith (1881-1940)

Life

Bass was born on September 16, 1921, the youngest of 6 siblings. His parents were Allie Bass and Stella Smith. Bass married Joann Sheppard and they had two children: Portia Coye Bass (1940-2008) and Penny Bass (1946-2006). He died aged 76, and was buried at Texas State Cemetery. [2] [3]

Politics

He was elected in the 1960 election, and served from January 10, 1961. He also won the 1962, 1964, and 1966 elections, serving until January 14, 1969.[4]

References

  1. "Bob Bass". Legislative Reference Library of Texas. Retrieved 22 May 2018.
  2. "Robert Wilton Bass". www.cemetery.state.tx.us. Retrieved May 22, 2018.
  3. "Resolution" (PDF). April 23, 1999. Retrieved May 22, 2018.
  4. "Bob Bass". www.lrl.state.tx.us. Retrieved May 22, 2018.
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