Dorothy-Basta-Obituary

Photo courtesy of Thornridge Funeral Home of Orland Park (Janusz Family Funeral Service)

Dorothy R. Basta

May 28, 1940 - Jun 5, 2025

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Although life and time happened, I'm sure Auntie Dorothy was just as amazing as I remember her.
I'm sure she's resting high with our Lord, and I hope to see her again one day when I, too, make it home. Praying for Uncle John and those who loved her who she left behind.

Thank you Aunt Dorothy for being Sean and Alex's Godmother. I enjoyed the times we were able to talk on the phone or communicate via social media. Even though I was thousands of miles away, you were always remembered fondly.

Dorthy through all my years of caregiving I have never met such a sweet funny lady. It was just a short time I was with you and John but I have so many memories of you in such a short time I can just picture you sticking your tongue out at me as I feed you something you didn’t like or the big smile and you saying the stuffed cabbage was really really good and you ate it all. How I wish I could have known you longer. John is missing you every minute but he will be fine. As he knows one day you...

Dorothy was always there for every reunion from the Lourdes High School Class of 1958. She was loved by many Lourdians for her sweet smile and friendship. She will be missed. Our prayers are with her family.

Dorthy was a great patient !! Loved her stories she will definitely be missed RIP Dorthy

I love you Dorothy, my best friend of 62 years & sister-in-law. What a pleasure it has been to know & love you & then be with you during your suffering years to help you through these times. You are forever in my heart ❤

Dorothy, you were my cousin, my friend and my teacher. You always took the time with this awkward teenager and showed her so much. You took me to Sox games and made me a lifelong fan. We traveled to see Elvis and had the best time. So many memories and so many good times. Love you Dort!

Dorothy was one one of the sweetest people we knew. Enjoying singing with her at St. Michaels and being a Knights of Columbus wife helping with a cookout for the fishing derby.
Our love and prayers are with John and family. Lorna and Ken

Auntie Dorothy was my favorite Aunt and that's saying a lot because I have had many. I remember her always smiling and with such a warm, welcoming hug every time I saw her. She always had a sincere concern for how we were doing and always genuinely cared. I will miss her and I pray for her peaceful journey to heaven.

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Dorothy's Obituary

Dorothy Rose Basta (née Laskowski), age 85, passed away on June 5, 2025. She was the most loving wife of 45 years to John Basta. Dorothy was the daughter of the late John and Lottie Laskowski and the step-daughter of the late Eleonore Laskowski and the most loving daughter-in-law of...

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