Andrew D. Basden

April 21, 1951 - February 23, 2021

Andrew D. Basden, 69, of Mason City passed away on Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at his home. He was born on April 21, 1951 in Alton to James Edgar and Lena Ethel (Smith) Basden. Andrew is survived by his Fiancé B. Jean (Proctor) Meikle of Mason City, his 4 children: Gina Keller of Decatur, Danielle, Micah and Chaun Berendock of Tennessee and 8 grandchildren. Jean’s children: Jackie Haseley of Mackinaw, Katie (Jeremy) Bowman of Table Grove and Brittiany (Marvin) Nero of Lakeland FL, 11 grandchildren and 1 great granddaughter. His Siblings: Roberta (Larry) Whitt of Wood River, Esther Parker of Alton, Shirley Aud of Ashland, Barb Woods of Godfrey, Alice Gurley of Bethatlo, Ray (Darlene) Basden of Alton, and Timothy (Denise) Basden of Castle Rock, CO. Jeans siblings: Mike (Shirley) Proctor, Maureen (Dick) Damarian and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, 3 sisters: Mary Lou Ewing, Marcella Parker and Ruth Woods, 5 brothers James E, James A, Paul, Herbert and Daniel. Andrew served in the United States Army and retired from Millwright 43 out of Lincoln. He enjoyed tinkering and traveling. Cremation rites have been accorded. Online condolences may be left at www.hurleyfh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Suicide Awareness or Donor's Choice. Hurley Funeral Home in Mason City is in charge of the arrangements.