Basil F. Hackleman

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Jerry and family,
Thank you for sending me a letter and a copy of the obituary. I want to express my condolences and share some thoughts. I was very fortunate to be able to listen to Basil's stories and to fly on the 909 with Basil in the Spring of 2014 in Dallas. He was a fascinating man and an inspiration. He later met my brother Mick and we have all shared many stories and photos. I saw Basil last year in Dallas and was hoping to see him again this year. I think about Basil often...

I am a volunteer pilot for The Collings Foundation on B-17 "9-0-9". I had the pleasure of meeting Basil for the first time last year in Denton, TX. What a wonderful man he was! He contributed so much in his life here on earth and he will be greatly missed!Frank Hale

Bless your heart uncle Basil. You lived a good life. I will miss your visits. Thank you for being who you were. Im so sorry Jerry. Basil was a great man. Hugs Love, Karla

Deepest condolences on the passing of this fine Hero. May the love and gratitude of family, friends and strangers comfort you in your loss. From the daughter of a 91st'r. Mary Griesbach, Wisconsin.

Thank you, Basil. From a British babyboomer who, on behalf of his fellow countrymen, salutes the courage and you showed as a young man to help keep my country free. Ray Burston