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Michael Basarab Obituary

Michael Basarab, a life resident of Plains Township, passed away Monday, June 27, 2016, at Golden Living Center-East Mountain. He was the husband of Jeri Zalewski Basarab.

Born June 5, 1942, in Plains Township, son of the late Michael Basarab and Irene (Stanovich) Basarab, he was a graduate of Plains High School, Class of 1960.

Surviving, in addition to his wife, are his daughter, Melissa Basarab; grandson, Landon; and sister, Laverne Latzko.

He was preceded in death, in addition to his parents, by his sister, Elizabeth (Liz) Mikelski.

Funeral services are in the care of Graziano Funeral Home Inc., 700 S. Township Blvd., Pittston Township.

Viewing hours will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. A Parastas service will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, with the Very Rev. David Shewczyk officiating.

Funeral services will be private and held at the family's convenience.

For further information, or to express your condolences to Michael's family, please visit www.GrazianoFuneralHome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Citizens Voice on Jun. 29, 2016.

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June 29, 2016

Peace be in your heart at this time.
Love and Prayers,
Barbara Feser

linda byra

June 29, 2016

so sorry for your loss,

June 29, 2016

Jeri, Our deepest sympathy at the passing away of Mike. He is in our thoughts and prayers and will be truly missed. God Bless, Bob and Rose Harvey

Graziano Funeral Home Inc.

June 29, 2016

Our thoughts remain with you and your family at this time. We are honored by the trust and confidence you have placed in us during this difficult time.
~ The Graziano Family ~

Susan and Chris Grendzinski

June 29, 2016

Jeri
Our deepest sympathy at the passing of Mike. God's blessings at this difficult time.
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