Arlene Basch

Arlene Basch obituary

Arlene Basch

Arlene Basch Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Willard H. Scott Funeral Home, Inc. on Sep. 11, 2025.
Webster: Thursday, September 11, 2025, age 97. Predeceased by her husband of over 70 years, William; daughters, Sally Norway and Joan Servis. She leaves her daughters, Barbara (Barry) Wishner and Sandra (Jeff) Thayer; son-in-law, Fred Norway; five grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews, including special niece, Betty Jo.

Mrs. Basch was a well-known figure at Holy Trinity School. For over 20 years she was school secretary, assistant to the principal, and much-loved "school mom" to dozens of students each year. A special thank you to Eastman Station at Maplewood Nursing Home for all their care and help.

Service and interment are at the convenience of the family. Memorials may be directed to Webster Comfort Care, 700 Holt Rd., Webster, NY 14580 or Multiple Sclerosis Society, 1000 Elmwood Ave #900, Rochester, NY 14620. Willard H. Scott Funeral Home

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