Charles Basil Cross

Basil, thank you for being the person you were. You touched so many lives. I will remember the times we shared at Rosies for the holidays and all the conversations that were shared. You were a well of knowledge. You've gone to a far, far better place and I know you are at peace and happy. Till we meet again my friend...

Dear Basil,
You made my sister (rosie) so happy
It hurt's to see you go,,,but, Knowing you are with Bill makes everything alright. Thank you for sharing yourself with us.
Remember last Christmas eve 12/04/?
Thank you for making such a "lite", in my sister's (rosie's)life.
Love you big time
PM&M

Basil at Fields and I at V.L.&A had a friendship over 50 years. We knew each other and Bill since our 20's. Many happy times at the farm and many lunches talking about family. I am so sorry that I didn't see him after he became ill because I had so much to tell him about.What a great summer at Michiana and seeing him at the Dunes Playhouse. We'll surely miss him.

Basil was like family to me. I was saddened to hear of his passing. I have many beautiful memories of Basil & Bill that span decades & have always been a source of comfort for me to recall. I will miss Basil's quick wit & sincere love & kindness. But I know we will all meet again one day. Selah.

Still using the dining room table we purchased 25 yrs ago. At the time we fwelt it was a little more then we could afford. However, Chuck was so commited to antiques that we couldn't resist..

When I read the obituary this morning my eyes welled up with tears, yet my heart rejoiced with laughter and smiles for all the wonderful memories I have of Basil during my work at Marshall Fields. A man of distinction, and class, yet so witty, creative and running as fast as speedy gonzalez. You were a class act Basil and now you will join all those other creative genius somewhere out there.
I am honored to have been able to know you. YOu will be missed
Lisa Smiley -...

The world is a better place for having Basil dance across it.