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James Basile Obituary

Basile, James "Duke" age 72. Lifelong Southside resident born in Roseland. U.S. Marine Veteran of the Korean Conflict, Purple Heart Recipient. Father of Lt. James (Paula) Basile, CFD, devoted "Gramdpa" of Anthony Basile, brother of Gail Wilson, Norman Basile, Patsy, George, David, and Thomas Basile, son of the late Catherine (nee Markoff) and Frank Basile, former husband and dear friend of Rose Drever, stepfather of Mark and Grace Gleeson and Kelly Lange. Memorial visitation Monday, February 4, from 3:00 p.m. until time of Memorial Services 7:30 p.m. at Panozzo Bros. Funeral Home, 530 W. 14th St. (US Rt. 30, 3 Blks E. of Western Ave.), Chicago Heights. Burial private. 708-481-9230.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 3, 2008.

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Karon Basile

March 7, 2008

We Miss You Everyday Uncle Dukems
Love Karon Frankie and Rusty

jerry mucha

February 13, 2008

the basile family ,sorry to hear of your loss -he was a part of a great family --jerry mucha and family

Nancy Quiroz

February 11, 2008

So sorry to hear about your loss. Gail Wilson, please contact Nancy Quiroz(Nielsen). [email protected].

Gail Willson

February 11, 2008

You will always be a special part of our memories as the "Duker". Semper Fi Marine! Your sister, Gail Basile Willson, husband Russell, Nephews Steven and B.J., Niece Candra Willson-Crane

Vivian Hodorowicz

February 9, 2008

To the Basile family & Ms. Rose Drever
Vivian and I wish to express our deepest sorrow and hearfelt sympathy for the passing of Duke.
We will miss him.
Michael Hodorowicz

Patricia Mitchell

February 9, 2008

You will be missed by all who loved you. I know you are know longer in pain and are healed again. We will all meet again someday. Your sister Pat Mitchell

jamie good

February 5, 2008

Dear Rose, I am so very sorry for your loss.You will be in my prayers.

Holly Marty

February 4, 2008

Uncle Duke, My you rest in peace, you'll be missed!
Love, Holly

FRANK SBALCHIERO

February 4, 2008

MY WIFE AND I OUR VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.ALSO WE SEND OUR HEART FELT CONDOLENCES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

Ken Brenner

February 4, 2008

Goodbye to a good guy man.

Mike Murphy

February 4, 2008

Jim,
Very sorry to hear about your father. I'm unable to get to see you today but I wanted you to know that Sarah and I are thinking of you and your family.
Mike and Sarah Murphy

Peggy Grant-Dineen

February 4, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Hope all is well with everyone.

Tom Fox

February 3, 2008

Jim,
Sorry to hear about your Father!
Tom Fox

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