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Mitchell Basanez Obituary
Mitchell John Basanez
September 25, 1959 - August 24, 2022
Mitchell John Basanez passed away in Reno on August 24, 2022 at 62 years of age. Mitch was the first-born son to Melvin and Louise Basanez. He was born in Winnemucca, Nevada on September 25, 1959, but spent most of his life in Mountain City.
Mitch went to school through his freshman year of high school in Owyhee, transferring to Elko High School where he played football and became very involved in FFA. After graduation, he attended Boise State University. Mitch eventually moved back to his hometown of Mountain City where he became part owner in Tremewan's Store with his parents until they closed in 2002. He then relocated to Elko where he worked for JJ's Pilot Cars, escorting large loads and adventuring around the State.
Mitch was a friend to many and will be missed dearly by all who knew him. He could always be counted on to show up first to a get-together with a smile and a side-dish. He was a great supporter of his family and his friends and gave his time selflessly. Mitch was a man of many hobbies. He was an ardent sports fan, following everything from football to horse racing to college basketball. He especially loved this time of year, as it is football season, hunting season, and Fair time. Mitch enjoyed being a part of the Unstable Stables horse racing syndicate and was a board member of the Silver State Stampede as well.
Mitch was preceded in death by his parents, Melvin and Louise and his brother, Raymond.
He is survived by his brother, Daniel (Bonnie) Basanez and his sister, Molly (Justin) Wolf, several nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews, as well as his chosen family the Landas, the Mirandas, and Wrights, who also loved him and considered him "Uncle Mitch."
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 8, 2022, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. A private graveside service will be held for family only at the Elko Cemetery immediately following, with a celebration of life at the Elko Senior Center starting at 3:15 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Silver State Stampede.
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for Mitchell Basanez
Mary L Culley
November 8, 2022
So sorry to hear of Mitch's passing. Glad to have known him and his family. prayers for all.
Brian Rizzi
October 15, 2022
Keeping Mitch's family and friends in my thoughts and prayers. He was a childhood friend. He was a good man who will be missed.
Jackie and Jeff Hansen
September 8, 2022
Mitch was always a true friend. We knew him from attending Elko High School. Our condolences and prayers to his family.
Randi
September 7, 2022
Thoughts and Prayers are with you all!!
Randi
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Marie Goicoechea and family
September 6, 2022
My thoughts are with you all! He will be missed and he will always be in our hearts. Rest In Peace
Lori Gregory
September 4, 2022
You will be missed Mitch. So sorry to Molly and Dan and families. He was a great guy. Lori, Brandy and family and Will
Stephanie Yanci
September 2, 2022
Molly and family, I was so sorry to hear about your brother Mitch's passing. You will all miss him dearly. My thoughts are with you.
Phillip Mendive
September 1, 2022
A giant of a man with a heart to match. Great memories of basketball tourneys, visits at the store and lots of laughs. Our condolences and RIP Mitch, you will be missed
Carol Puccinelli
September 1, 2022
My deepest condolences. Mitch was always smiling and such a good person. He's Godfather to my nephew and was a good friend to my late brother. He will be missed. RIP.
Rita Mori Myrup
September 1, 2022
So sorry. I always admired Mitch and enjoyed seeing him. The world is a better place because of him.
Christine Ondler
August 31, 2022
Molly and family,
I´m sorry to hear this. He was always nice when I would see him and chat. Prayers
Denise Waltrip
August 31, 2022
Mitch was such an awesome person and his smile truly lit up the world. He will be missed dearly. My deepest condolences to his dear family.
Pam Ridgway Osmonson
August 31, 2022
Condolences to the family and friends. Love and prayers.
Myrna Hilderbrand
August 31, 2022
So sorry to hear, thoughts and prayers are with the family. Sincere condolences from our family.
Andy and Beni
August 31, 2022
Very sorry for your loss, Mitch was an incredible person.. a grateful to have known him.. Take care..
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