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Robert Basinait Obituary
1951-2010
PITTSFIELD - Robert A. Basinait Sr., 58, of 66 Richmond Ave. in Pittsfield, died Thursday at Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield.
Born in Gt. Barrington, on July 31, 1951, the son of William and Rae Clark Basinait, he was educated in the Lee Schools and was a graduate of Lee High School.
He had worked for various machine shops in Berkshire County.
He leaves his wife, the former Carol Fernett, whom he married June 18, 1988; two sons, Robert A Basinait Jr. and Zachary R. Basinait, both of Pittsfield; one daughter, Monica Presley of Carthage, Tenn.; two brothers, William R. Basinait of Lee, and Barry E. Basinait of Copake, N.Y.; two sisters, Pamela J. Basinait of Lenox Dale, and Sharon A. Herman of San Clemente, Calif.; four grandchildren, Chelsea, Anthony, Brooklyn and Autumn. He also leaves his mother-in-law, Sandra Mills, of Pittsfield.
FUNERAL NOTICE: The funeral for Robert Basinait will be held Monday, May 3, at 12 noon at the Kelly Funeral Home in Lee. Visiting hours at the funeral home will be Monday from 11 until the time of the funeral.
Friends wishing may make donations to his wife, Carol Basinait, in care of the Kelly Funeral Home, 3 Main St., Lee, MA 01238.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Monica Presley
May 18, 2010
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Leo are warm of spirit, eager for action and are driven by a desire to be loved for what you bring to others. Leo are a magnanimous leader and a faithful servant. Once scorned in love, however, Leo will withdraw your affections and the light, once brilliant, can go cold.
Leo motto might be "What you see is what you get." You tend to live your live straightforwardly and with a flair for drama. In fact, many Leos are attracted to the theater, the performing arts and public relations, for you truly understand the importance of putting on a good presentation. As you blaze gloriously through your life, remember to take time to acknowledge the feelings of those around you. If you forget, you could unconsciously hurt someone you love. But, if you remain aware your impact, others can benefit from your presence.
Element: Fire
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The fire of Leo is brilliant and intense. It's like the summer Sun that relentlessly shows up every day and whose heat continues to build over a period of time.
Fifth House: Children
The Fifth House is directly related to children, but it is also associated with any type of childlike activity. Even grown-ups need to play and this is a function of the Fifth House. In fact, all self-expression and creativity comes from this sector. Additionally, this is the House of Romantic Love. Truly, the Fifth House could be called the House of Enjoyment.
Key Planet: Sun
The Sun is the undisputed King of our little planetary system. He is always in the center. Without his light, there would be no life here on earth. Although the Sun is 93 million miles distant, its warmth is the basis for all energy on Earth. Astrologically, the Sun represents our will. It's like the fuel that fires each of our individual furnaces and gives us cause to live. As the key planet of Leo, the Sun is the symbol of the self and from it stems all individuality and creativity.
Monica Presley
May 12, 2010
Monica Presley
May 12, 2010
Monica Presley
May 7, 2010
Dear Dad,
I don't know where to begin...I miss you in so many ways. We never had enough time together like a father and daughter should have, and now that your gone, I find myself lost without you.
Many years and miles have passed between us, but I want you to know that I have always loved you and missed you.
In the short time we had together, we did make a lot of memories and these memories of you have been running through my head since I received the news that you have passed on...Singing Kareoke - "I got you Babe", kind of funny that I look like Cher and you looked kind of like Sonny back in your days, Watching you Sleep Walk, Going to the Humane Shelter to buy our dog-Jack, Watching the buffalo run in MA, Teaching me how to drive a stick shift, Smiling and Laughing, Your hard of hearing, Touring Nashville and one of your fondest memories of me that you always talked about and that I will never forget was when I was two years old. You said that I was playing in the yard and I must have ran off, you couldn't find me, you said your heart was racing and you were running all over the place, screaming my name trying to find me, you said you were so upset that when you found me you were going to give me a spanking, but then you said you found me in the yard on the other side of the house and noticed that I had something behind my back, You said that I handed you some flowers that I had picked for you and at the point, you said that you just melted and couldn't do anything but hug and kiss me.
Thirty-three years later, I have again, picked you some flowers to lay you down to rest and will hold them dear and close to my heart as I did when I was two years old.
In Spirit, you are now with me all of my days until I leave this journey and come home to you.
Please watch over our family and friends and help guide us through the path that God set forth for us.
I Love you with all of my heart and soul and I will meet you in the valley one day.
Dawn McLaughlin
May 5, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. Bob was a good friend to my brothers, Allen and Fran. He will be missed. May they all rest in peace.
Joan (L'Heureux) Wilkinson
May 4, 2010
Bob was a dear friend from many years ago. His passing comes at an all too young age.
Bob will always hold a special place in my heart and I will always remember his great smile.
I'm sure he was a loving husband, father, and grandfather; cherish all the memories you made together as a family.
Your family is in my prayers at this difficult time and thoughts of deepest sympathy go out to all of you.
May 3, 2010
Monica and family,
So sorry to hear about your Dad. Our family will remember all the good times we all had in Becket and Shaw Pond and camping at Brodie Mountain. Our prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Aunt RoseAnne and Family
May 3, 2010
I am a friend of Bill Basinait.My wife Cathy and I are sad to hear of the death of Bill's brother.Although we did not have the pleasure of knowing him.We are deeply saddened by his death.Arthur Butler
May 3, 2010
Carol and family. I'm so sorry to here about Roberts passing.
Are thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sharon, George, and Ted Litourneau
Linda Rathbun
May 3, 2010
Barry and family
I am so sorry to hear about Bobby
He was such a good natured man. He always had something funny to say and
he loved to smile.
He will be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
Linda Rathbun
Tina Gaudette
May 3, 2010
Carol, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband. May God comfort you and your boys through this sad time. God Bless and prayers to you.
Your Friend (capeless school)
Tina Gaudette
Tracy Potter
May 3, 2010
I am the daughter of Norman " Chick" Potter. I don't remember Billy, but my heart goes out to the family ...May he rest sofly in his arms now...My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.. much love..Tracy...
Cindy and Kevin Thomson
May 2, 2010
I have fond memories of Bob from when I was a teen. Bob, Al and Franny would all meet at my house and we would all go rollerskating togeather. How I miss those days, the "old" days. Rest in peace my dear friend. Give Franny a big hug from me.
Ann & Meagan LaCross
May 2, 2010
Dear Aunt Carol,Bobby & Zach,
I am so sorry to hear about Uncle Bob.He was a very funny person with a sense of humor out of this world.He will be greatly missed by everyone that knew him.You all are in my heart and prayers..Love you all..
Patricia Morrison
May 2, 2010
Pam,Billy and Family, I just wanted to let you know how truley sorry I am about Bobby. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Laura & Doug (& Willy too) Frank
May 2, 2010
Dear Carol, Bobby & Zach,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on your loss. It was always great having conversation with Bob. He was a wonderful person, friend, husband and father and will be sorely missed. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
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