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Aug. 27, 2025

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

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Thomas Basalla Obituary

Thomas Anthony Basalla, 75, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2025. A lifelong resident of Cleveland, Tom was an insurance professional for more than 40 years. He graduated from Colgate University and was a dedicated golfer and passionate sports fan.
Tom is survived by his wife of 46 years, Patricia, and his son, T.J. (Karen), of Macedonia. He is also survived by his sister, Andrea Chay (Jim), of Seattle.
Tom grew up in Brooklyn, Ohio, the son of the late Andrew and Natalie (Tomeczko) Basalla. He was one of 21 cousins in a large and close-knit extended family.
The Basalla family is deeply grateful for the many who offered care and companionship throughout Tom's final years. Special thanks go to the staff at Cardinal Court in Strongsville and Suncrest Hospice for their compassionate care, and to cousins Chuck Juda and Dr. Bob Basalla for their faithful visits-reflecting the love and closeness shared across the entire Basalla family.
Visitation will be held from 4-7 P.M. on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at Tomon & Sons Funeral Home, 7327 Pearl Rd, Middleburg Hts, 44130. A Funeral Service will take place at 10:30 A.M. on Thursday, August 28, also at the funeral home. Interment will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cardinal Court, 18179 Drake Road, Strongsville, OH 44136.

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Published by Cleveland.com from Aug. 22 to Aug. 24, 2025.

Memorial Events
for Thomas Basalla

Aug

27

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Tomon and Sons Funeral Homes - Middleburg Heights

7327 Pearl Rd, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130

Aug

28

Funeral service

10:30 a.m.

Tomon and Sons Funeral Homes - Middleburg Heights

7327 Pearl Rd, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130

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7327 Pearl Rd, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130

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Steve Kingsbury

Yesterday

Much love to the Basalla family and friends. I met Tom at Colgate and was blessed to be his friend for more than 50 years. So many wonderful memories.

Dan

August 24, 2025

My condolences to the family. RIP Bob from another 68 Brooklyn graduate.

joseph vrsansky

August 23, 2025

My deepest sympathy to Tom's family. Tom was an absolute gentleman, and always was so kind.

John Vrsansky, Jr.

August 23, 2025

Deepest sympathy...
Respectfully,
John Vrsansky, Jr.

Sharon Oprea

August 22, 2025

Tom was a life-long family friend. He was another big brother. There are a lot of good memories and stories. Rest in peace my dear friend.

Bob & Linda Kelber

August 22, 2025

Our friendship with Tom goes back to our high school days and after. A great guy in many ways. May he Rest in Peace.

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