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Garry Michael Basilone

Huntsville, Alabama

May 24, 1952 – Apr 23, 2020 (Age 67)

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BORN
May 24, 1952
DIED
April 23, 2020
AGE
67
LOCATION
Huntsville, Alabama

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Lieutenant Commander, USN (Ret.) Garry Michael Basilone, 67, of Huntsville, Alabama, passed away on April 23rd, 2020 after a two-year battle with cancer. He is survived by his loving wife, Cathy, and their children, Emily (Jason) Chebetar of Virginia Beach, VA, Patrick (Christina) Basilone of...

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I knew Garry from his high school years at MAI in Plattsburgh NY. We were friends for those four years both from classes and many sports we played. We lost touch after graduation, but I think we remained friends because of the 4 years together. He was great at studies and sports. He was especially good at routines on the trampoline. With that sense of body control in space it is no wonder to me he became a naval pilot. I was just thinking of him today for some reason and am sad that I found...

My heartfelt condolences to you, Garry's loving family. I had the pleasure of working with Garry for many years at DRS. Such a great person with a kind and caring heart. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

My heart felt condolences go out to family & friends. My thoughts & prayers are with you guys thru this tough time.

Cat and family we are so sorry to hear about your loss. Garry was a wonderful person. You are in our prayers.

Garry and I worked together for several years. While we didnt always see eye to eye, he always had an open ear and an open mind. He was really one of the good ones. Hell be deeply missed.

My heartfelt condolences, Cathy. My heart hurts for you.

Garry & I were 1974 Naval Academy classmates. That creates an inseparable bond. And though we didn't know each other, we no doubt shared classes or went on Youngster or First Class Cruise together. Or perhaps as a Naval Aviator he supported me - the Marine Infantryman - with air cover. I know the type of man Garry was. The type who fully lived up to the words in Latin on the massive bronze USNA Chapel doors 'Non Sibi Sed Patriae' - Not for Self But Country. That's the life Garry committed to...