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Mile Basic Obituary
BASIC, Mile (Mike) Mike Basic passed away quietly at home with his family at his bedside on June 7, 2009. Mike was born in Tinj, Croatia on November 1, 1935. As a young man, he emigrated to Canada to escape Communist Yugoslavia and start a better life. He eventually settled in Winnipeg where he met his wife, Hedi. He later moved his family to Toronto, where he was passionately involved in the Croatian community through politics and soccer. In the early 80's, the family moved to Victoria and Mike and Hedi opened Basic Kneads Bakery, Mike's cherished, home-away-from home. Mike made many wonderful friends throughout his life and took great joy in being with his family. He especially loved being Did (Grandpa). He is survived by Hedi, his wife of 45 years, his daughters Diane (David Hillier) and Miriam, his son Tony, his niece Branka and his beloved grandsons, Stephen and Evan. His funeral will be held in Croatia, where he is survived by his brother Pasko and his sister Slavka. It is Mike's wish that his friends and family gather to share stories and memories in a Celebration of Life on Saturday, July 4 at St Elizabeth's Church, 10030 Third St in Sidney at 12 PM. 545564
Memories and Condolences
for Mile Basic
7 Entries
Marcella
June 22, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tiffany Bartlette
June 19, 2009
Hedi, Hilliers, Miriam,Tony
He will sure be missed, that was a man who lived life large and I think invented the 'go big or go home' motto. We should all be as passionate as he was.
June 16, 2009
We have so many fond memories of Mike and Hedi from our frequent visits to the bakery in Cordova Bay. Always a warm smile, a few good laughs and a little chat about our families or world events. We all gathered around your tables and you made it feel like home. Mike had many great recipes but reached "fame" status with his Hot Cross Buns - never to be duplicated elsewhere! You will be missed and remembered by many. Thank you for making a difference in our community.
Larry & Wendy Vliet
June 16, 2009
Hedi; All of us at TPM Mgmt & the Pang's wish to send their most heartfelt condolances to you and your family. We enjoyed our visits with Mike over the years while he was a tenant at Cordova Bay Shopping Centre and were so happy when he was able to retire and finally have the time to spend with his family. I am only sorry it was such a short time for him. Please keep your memories close to your heart as those are the things that will keep him with all of us.
Debbie Hunt, TPM Management Ltd.
June 15, 2009
Mike always had such a welcoming smile at their bakery in Cordova Bay. Our condolences to Hedi and the family.
Bob & Elaine Greenway
June 14, 2009
Hedi, Rob and I are so sorry about Mike's passing. Rob will always hold a special place in his heart and considered him a great friend. He looked forward to their days of going out for breakfast and chatting and wishes they could have had more. We will never forget Mike or his great smile. xo Rob and Teresa Kiss
Marc Zdunich
June 13, 2009
Hedi
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Mike was well loved at the bakery. We were very fond of Mike - we will always remember him for his wonderful laugh and smile.
Marc & Kim Zdunich
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