Gaydell Ann Basham, 66, a resident of Morgan City, passed away on Saturday, March 26, 2016 in her home surrounded by family.
She was born on October 17, 1949 in Morgan City, the daughter of John and Florence Vining.
Gaydell was a loving and gentle soul that enjoyed the simple things in life. She was devoted to her family and spent as much time as she could with them. She loved to sing and play music on her guitar. She had an affinity for nature and always had a pets.
She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her husband of twenty five years, Bill Lee Basham of Morgan City; three sons, Ronald Bracamontes and wife Mary of Berwick, Chad Bracamontes and wife Charlotte of Bayou L'Ourse, Ashley Vining of Morgan City; one daughter, Darlene Vining and companion Josh Randle of Morgan City; one god daughter, Rainie Pepperday of Morgan City; one sister, Brenda Buxton and husband Randy of Morgan City; sister-in-law, Wendy Vining of Morgan City; twelve grandchildren, Brittany, Logan, Seth, Eva, Heather, Eli, Levi, Liam, Cherish, Deric, Harlee, Jordyn; one expected grandson, Brock; seven great grandchildren, Neveah, Laikyn, Breanna, McKenzie, Mason, Trent, Madison; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Gaydell is preceded in death by her parents, John and Florence Vining; brother, Clifton Vining Sr; and sister, Ramona Vining.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at Twin City Funeral Home from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. with a Memorial Service beginning at 6:00 p.m.