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David Basnight Obituary

David E. Basnight Jr. VIRGINIA BEACH - David E. Basnight Jr., 59, passed away June 25, 2010 at home surrounded by his family after a brief illness. A native of Norfolk, he was the son of the late David D. Basnight Sr. and Sarah M. Basnight. He is survived by his wife, Linda L. Basnight; two daughters, Myisha and Shara Basnight; four brothers, William H. (Samirah) McLaurin, Milton (Candice) Basnight, Reginald (Coretta) Basnight, and Darnell (Crystal) Basnight; a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends. A memorial service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Community Funeral Home, 1210 Ballentine Blvd., Norfolk, officiated by Pastor Franchone L. Dukes.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jun. 29, 2010.

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SHARON SMITH (ETHERIDGE)

July 17, 2010

My deepest sympathy goes out to the Basnight family for their loss. David was a wonderful person and friend. We always had lots of fun in the band. He was a great and Talented Musician. You will be missed David. Reginald Smith also send his deepest sympathy as well. We loved you but God loved you more. Rest in Peace David.

Joe Barden

July 6, 2010

Sincere condolences from the Barden family to the Basnight family. There were many happy moments on Indian River Rd.

Ric Wilson

July 5, 2010

David was a mentor to me... I met him at age 14 and he taught me chord structure. I am now 45.. What I learned in the few weeks from him has been with me my lifetime.. He will be missed.. My prayers go out to the family..

Kenneth Doxie

July 2, 2010

My brother, in so many ways.
Mrs Basnight and Family My Heart's heavy But my love is Strong Hes playing with the heavenly Choir
With Much Sympathy

July 2, 2010

David was a truley great muscian, and friend, and will truly be missed, Stacey Tyler

Vivian Lamb

June 30, 2010

Condolences from the Lamb Family. Music was a gift Basnight shared. The service was one to remember. He will be missed by many.
Vivian Lamb
Beverly "Doll"(Bernard) Lamb-McKie South Carolina
Vicki (Tim) Lamb-Grant North Carolina

Terry Locker-Kelly

June 30, 2010

My deepest prayers go out to the Basnight family. I knew David when I was growing up as a child in Berkley. I had the pleasure of working with him on the Berkley Reunion Committee for several years. He was a very talented musician, but most of all he was a dear friend to our family. He use to stop by our house to talk to my mom (Miss Ruby)
and he would watch out for us crossing Indian River Road. I will truly miss him and his music. May God keep you in his divine strength. God Bless

Gene Butler

June 30, 2010

My condolences go out to the Basnight family .David was a wonderful friend and a great musician .We created beautiful songs here on earth. play on in heaven David play on.

Truman Wilson, Jr.

June 30, 2010

My deepest sympathy to your family. Beverly and I will certainly miss you. Farewell my friend.

Susie Blunt

June 30, 2010

My Prayer and thought are with you in these saddest of time. May God continue to keep and bless you.

Rita (Williams)-White

June 30, 2010

My long time friend from Elementary School, Jr.High and High School. You will be missed.

Jane Beale Plummer-Washington

June 30, 2010

I will miss my friend and classmate. His smile and sense of 'living life large' has always been his trademark. We have lost a cherished brother with extraordinary talents!

Stephanie Sanders

June 30, 2010

It was a pleasure to have met and played with a good man. You will be missed and much sympathy to the family. I know the Jam Session in heaven is hot like fire! - Stephanie K. Sanders, Norfolk, VA

Joey Pegram

June 29, 2010

Prayers and condolences to the family. David was a wonderful musician and a good friend. Earthly music will never be the same, but heavenly music rejoices!

Samuel Coleman

June 29, 2010

My prayers and condolences go out to the Basnight family.David was a true musician true to his art.

Kay Wood-Basnight

June 29, 2010

I miss you but i know that you are watching over us all. You are in no more pain and no more suffering, so I am at peace with that. Family we must trust inthe Lord he makes no mistakes and he will direct our steps towars the healing.

Frances Dukes

June 29, 2010

As a former member of the BTW Norfolk marching band I have fond memories of David and his love of music and his talent. My prayers and condolences go out to the family.
Frances Dowell Dukes

Clarence Everette

June 29, 2010

My Condolences to the Basnight Family, from my Family! I attended School with David, from Elementary to High School!

Wendy W Hinton

June 29, 2010

Condolences from Wendy Walker Hinton and Laverne Bailey Key;
Jacksonville, Florida. Basnight has been a part of the Walker family for as long as I can remember. We loved him and will truly miss him.
Daddy and Basnight can now play riffs together and he can continue to play His music his way. HAH, CHA, PAH, TAH, SAH. LaVerne played her flute at a memorial service we had for you. Love to the family.
LaVerne and Wendy

stewart griffin

June 29, 2010

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

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