Evelyn LaVern Swann Bassford-Hull

(July 7, 1929 ~ November 1, 2025)

Evelyn, daughter of John Earl Swann and Nadie Adeline Hale, married 1st to Marvin Bassford, married 2nd to Alton Taylor Hull and buried in Forest Oaks Memorial Park Cemetery, Austin, Travis County, Texas.

Evelyn LaVern (Swann) Bassford-Hull, lovingly known as "Meme," passed away on November 1, 2025, in Austin, Texas, at the age of 96. She was born on July 7, 1929, in Bradshaw, Texas, where she was raised with strong family values and a deep appreciation for the simple joys of life.

While working at Southwestern Bell, Evelyn met Marvin Bassford, and together they built a loving family and shared 38 beautiful years. After Marvin's passing, she later found joy again with Alton Hull, with whom she shared 21 wonderful years of companionship and happiness.

Evelyn was a devoted member of the Church of Christ in Oak Hill, Dripping Springs, and Marble Falls. She was known for her kindness, strength, and unwavering faith. She loved hunting, fishing, dancing, and spending time with her family and friends.

Affectionately known as "Bernie" or "Aunt Bernie," she earned her nickname as a teenager for burning anything she tried to cook-she much preferred being outside with her daddy. Her independent spirit, sense of humor, and love for others will always be remembered.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Nadie Swann; her sisters, Coreen Kinsey, Teola Little, and Orlean Talbot; and her husbands, Marvin Bassford and Alton Hull; Stepson and daughter-in -law Ray and Suzie Hull; and her infant children, Baby Girl Bassford and Baby Boy Bassford.”

Evelyn is survived by her brother, R.E. Swann; her sons and daughters-in-law, Glenn & Pat, Kenneth & Ginger, and Marty & Rhonda; her stepdaughter and son-in-law, Cheri and David; her seven grandchildren, Charley (Lesli), Bobbie (Cody), Matt (Rebecca), Erin (Beau), Morgan (Felicia), Meredith, and Kimberly (Jonathan); 15 great-grandchildren; and many extended family members and dear friends.

A memorial service will be held Monday, November 17, 2025, at Cook-Walden Cemetery, 6300 W. William Cannon Dr., Austin, Texas, with viewing at 1:15 p.m. and a graveside service at 2:00 p.m. A Celebration of Life will follow at the Spicewood Community Center, 7901 County Road 404, Spicewood, Texas.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society (cancer.org) or Christopher House (hospiceaustin.org) in her memory.

"Her spirit runs wild and free-just like the Texas hills she loved."

Events

Public Viewing

Monday, November 17, 2025

1:15PM - 2:00PM

Forest Oaks Memorial Park

6300 W William Cannon Dr

Austin, TX 78749

Graveside Service

Monday, November 17, 2025

2:00PM - 2:30PM

Forest Oaks Memorial Park

6300 W William Cannon Dr

Austin, TX 78749

Celebration of Life

Monday, November 17, 2025

3:00PM

Spicewood Community Center

7901 County Road 404

Spicewood, TX 78669