Jean Baskin

Jean Tristch Baskin, born on December 14, 1948, in Somers Point, New Jersey, passed away on July 4, 2024, at the age of 75 in Cumming, Georgia. Jean grew up in a loving family and was preceded in death by her parents, Grace Ballou Tritsch and John Grant Tritsch, brother, John Ballou Tritsch, as well as husbands Marion F. "Sonny" Baskin and Charles B. Church. She is survived by her sisters, Elizabeth Tritsch Dehel, Catherine Tritsch Olsen, Margaret Tritsch, and Irene Tritsch Grubb, who will cherish her memory.

Jean graduated from the University of Delaware and embarked on a diverse career path. After several years in advertising with Hercules, Inc. and ICI Americas, Jean shifted to agriculture spending many years working side-by-side with husband Sonny, cotton farming on Eldorado Plantation in Yazoo City, Mississippi, and later became a small business artisan with a yarn and knit shop. Her entrepreneurial spirit and work ethic were admired by all who knew her.

A woman of faith, Jean was an active member of several Episcopal churches, including Trinity Episcopal Church, St. Elizabeth's Episcopal Church, Grace Episcopal Church, and Christ Church Christiana Hundred. Her commitment to her faith and community was evident in her involvement and service.

Jean's passions extended beyond her professional and spiritual life. She was a master gardener, an avid world traveler, and a dedicated volunteer with the Girl Scouts of Greater Mississippi. These hobbies brought her great joy and enriched the lives of those around her.

Services to honor Jean's life will be held at McDonald & Son Funeral Home & Crematory in Cumming, Georgia, which is also assisting the family during this time. The service will be held on Sunday, July 14, 2024, at 3:00PM, with a reception to follow.
Jean's life was a testament to her strength, kindness, and generosity, and she will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her. In lieu of flowers, the Tritsch family respectfully requests contributions in Jean's memory be made to the Salvation Army.

Condolences may be expressed at www.mcdonaldandson.com.

Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home, 150 Sawnee Drive, Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 886.9899