Carl Basinger

Carl Summeral Basinger, (94), lifelong resident of Mooresville NC, passed away on Dec.13, 2022. Carl was born on January 31, 1928, to the late William and Ollie Basinger in Mooresville NC. In addition to his parents, Carl is preceded in death by his wife Elsie Basinger, Son Steve Basinger, Brothers; William and Paul Basinger, Sisters; Mary Ruth Sloop and Nettie Thompson. Carl was a devoted member of the First Baptist Church of Mooresville and was part of the XYZ choir. Carl was an avid musician that loved playing within the church or with other military veterans at Richards' Coffee shop in downtown Mooresville. He was a veteran of the US Airforce stationed in Fort Collins, CO and served for many more years in the Reserves. He is survived by his daughter in law; Helena Basinger, grandsons, Adam and Jacob Basinger and step-grand-daughters, Jennifer Pullen and Rachel Naughton; Nephew, George William Basinger Jr. and his wife Deborah Basinger. Arrangements: Memorial Service will be held on Saturday January 7 at 2pm, at the First Baptist Church of Mooresville. Senior Pastor Dr. Jerry Cloninger officiating. Visitation for family and friends will follow the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Baptist Church Building XZY Choir, 150 S. Church St., Mooresville, NC 28115. Cavin-Cook Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Basinger family. Condolences may be made to the family at www.cavin-cook.com.