Lisa Basila

In Memory of Lisa Lane Basila of Tinamaste, Costa Rica, formerly of Arizona and Lame Deer, MT. November 18, 1973 – September 3, 2023.
Lisa passed away due to a tragic car accident in Costa Rica on September 3, 2023. Lisa is survived by her husband, Greg of 30 years, Daughter Baylee Basila of Oakland, California and son Brody Basila and Nash (miniature schnauzer) of the family home.
Her mom Carla Small, sister Gina Small (Paul Ferro), nephews, Tyler Sandal and children (Aubree & Isaiah), Blake, Ryan and Dylan. Maternal Aunts; Jeni, Geri, Wanda, Gail (Joe). Maternal Uncles; Clayton (Maha), Horace Jr (Avalee). Special cousins: Jesse and Kaycee Martinez; Lisa leaves behind many beloved cousins and Shonda Peterson, a longtime friend.
Her dad Marvin Beartusk, Margie (paternal grandmother), paternal aunts; Darlene (Mike), Jeanie, Carolyn (Jason), Paternal Uncle Larry (Marcy).
Basila-in-laws, Desiree, Sheree, Kimberly, Racine, Stephanie, Raquel; and brother-in-law, David.
Lisa is preceded in death by Maternal grandparents Horace and Mabel Small, special cousin Shawn Del LaFranier, Special Uncle Gerald LaFranier, Cousins; Taezha Jo, Clayton Jr, Stephanie, Robert C. Quinton, and Clifford Jr., maternal uncles Cordell and Clifford.
Lisa lived her life to the fullest and traveled the world with her beautiful family which included countries ranging from Europe to China and ultimately landing in Costa Rica. Lisa loved entertaining and hosting parties for friends and family. She really enjoyed cooking and baking. She was continually trying new recipes and improving old ones. Of course, above all, was her unmatched love for her daughter, Baylee, son Brody, husband Greg, and her dog, Nash. Her laugh and smile would light up every room she entered. She was loved so because she so loved everyone. Lisa was an avid fan of all NBA games, especially her favorite team the Phoenix Suns. During Lisa's visits home, she always set time aside to watch an NBA game with her dad. Lisa's Cheyenne name was "Bird Woman", Vékêséhà'e. She was named after her maternal grandmother, Mabel Small. Wild birds loved to flock around Lisa's patio and deck; hummingbirds, toucans, macaws, often one of the birds would fly into the patio windows and Lisa would hold and nurse the birds back to health.
The family would like to thank the staff at CampoSanto Vida Eterna in Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica.