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James Basinger Obituary
LIMA — On Saturday, September 21, 2019, James Douglas Basinger, loving father, son, brother and friend, passed away at the age of 61. James was born on June 23, 1958 in Lima, OH to Robert and Grace (Morris) Basinger. James graduated from Shawnee High School in 1977 and attended The Ohio State University. He pursued a career in business and real estate. On November 22, 1986, he married Michelle Lynne Mathias.
James loved his family and wholeheartedly supported his children in all of their endeavors. James was an active member of the YMCA where he loved working out several times a week with his son, Brett. He loved football and was a passionate Buckeyes and Browns fan. James was happiest while skiing with his family and friends, especially up North at Boyne Mountain, MI. He was known for his positivity, his infectious smile, and his kind and compassionate spirit.
James is preceded in death by his mother, Grace (Morris) Basinger.
James is survived by his father, Robert Basinger; his daughters, Brooke (Andrew) Basinger, Paige (Matthew) Huffman, Hailey (Tim) Basinger, and his son, Brett Basinger; his brothers, William (Marilyn) Basinger, Bobby (Sheri) Basinger; his sisters, Ann (Jeff) Basinger-Silone, and Carol (Patrick) Murphy; his two granddaughters, Harlow Kelleher and Grace Huffman; and the mother of his children and former spouse, Michelle Basinger.
Visitation will be held Saturday, September 28, 2019, from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m and 6:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m., and Sunday, September 29, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 pm., at Chiles-Laman Funeral and Cremation Services, SHAWNEE CHAPEL.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, September 29, at 1:00 p.m., at Chiles-Laman Funeral and Cremation Services, SHAWNEE CHAPEL.
A private family graveside will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery, Lima, Ohio at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family.
Online condolences may be shared at https://www.chiles-lamanfh.com
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Jane Centers
October 2, 2019
Jamie was one of the neatest guys I ever knew! It's so hard to believe he's gone. He will be so missed by all of us that loved and cared about him at the Y. He was an inspiration to me. My sincere condolences to the family during this very difficult loss of life.... God bless you all....❤
Richardsons
October 2, 2019
Jaime was always happy and had a positive refreshing attitude. I always left our conversations smiling. Such a kind soul to me and my family. We miss him already.
September 28, 2019
Bob and family we are so sorry for your loss.Our prayers are with you all. Will always remember all the great days we had Valley High - Mad Mad River. So sorry we could not attend . Donnie and Kathy Spyker
Kelly Greenawalt-Edwards
September 28, 2019
Jamie always made me smile. He was positive and could make any day happy. Went to school with him at Shawnee. My sincere sympathy to his family.
Jill Anthony
September 28, 2019
My sincere sympathies to all of Jamie's Loved Ones. May God wrap his Loving arms around you during this most difficult time.
Dan Parker
September 27, 2019
Just talked to you a few weeks ago,Can't believe that you passed. RIP
Tom Locker
September 27, 2019
I knew Jamie and his family well at Valley High Ski Area in the 70's. Skied with them often there and elsewhere. He was one of the nicest, funnest kids on the slopes. This is a great loss. My condolences.
Jim and Rosemary Thomason
September 26, 2019
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Basinger family. Thought and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
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