Erik David Bassett, 36, of Canal Winchester, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025. He was born on February 26, 1989 in Olney, Illinois, the son of David Wayne and Cheryl (Zimmerman) Bassett. Erik graduated from Mount Carmel High School with the Class of 2007. During his time there, he was a dedicated multi-sport athlete, playing football, baseball, and basketball. Known for his spirited personality, Erik was such a frequent visitor to Mr. Pat Cheeseman’s office that it became a running joke he needed his own nameplate on the door.
Erik was baptized at Parkview Christian Church on November 28, 2004, a meaningful milestone in his faith journey. Even after moving away, he continued to consider Parkview his home church. In recent years, Erik found a new church community he loved in Canal Winchester, Ohio. Throughout life’s many challenges, he never wavered in his faith; continuing to pray and trust in his risen Savior. He loved animals especially his dog, Poppy. Erik will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Erik will be remembered by his parents, David and Cheryl Bassett; grandparents, Rita Headley, Larry and Karen Zimmerman; aunts, Loretta (Robert) Conn and Terri (Bill) Smith; cousins, Amy Baumgartner, Ronda Rigg, Derek Smith and Cassie Cook.
Erik was preceded in death by his grandparents, Gary and Joanne Bassett.
Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 11:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 9, 2025 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.
Funeral Services will be 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 9, 2025 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home with Pastor Mark Richison officiating. Inurnment will follow at Highland Memorial Garden Mausoleum where Erik will be laid to rest next to his grandparents, Gary and Joanne Bassett.
Memorial contributions may be made in Erik’s memory to Angel Ministry at Parkview Christian Church. Envelopes will be at the funeral home or can be mailed to Keepes Funeral Home, 1500 North Cherry Street, Mount Carmel, IL 62863.
Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements. To view Erik’s tribute wall, and leave condolences for the Bassett family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com
