"A great man .. never had a bad thing to say about anyone . Hardworking , intelligent , family oriented , and a great role model for his grandkids . Eric I\'ll always remember you being a kind man that had bad luck with vehicles , but a smile that could make a bad day turn good . Whatever he did he made the best of it and put his all into it. ERIC .. I\'m proud to have known you.... Tom Kuehn"
In loving memory of
Eric Lawrence Basener
January 25, 1950 - August 27, 2020
Eric Basener, age 70, went home to be with his Lord on August 27, 2020 surrounded by family in Ocala, Florida. Eric was born in Brooklyn, New York. He met his Wife Rita of Flushing, New York and they lived a wonderful life together on Long Island. Eric spend his time with his family in Florida and watching his grandchildren grow. The doors to his home and his heart were always open. He will be remembered for his unconditional love, his gentle spirit, his helpful nature, his inner strength, his unwavering faith, his love and memory of his wife Rita, and his world class train collection. He was preceded in death by his Father, Eric William John Basener, Mother, Anna Irene Basener, Wife, Rita Basener. Eric is survived by his Son, Christopher John Basener, Daugher In Law Jennifer Marie Basener, Grandchildren, Alex Christopher Basener and James William Basener. Family, friends and others whose lives Eric has touched are invited to the services. Viewing Monday August 31, 2020 and Funeral Service Tuesday September 1, 2020, held at Roberts of Ocala Downtown Chapel. Arrangements are being handled by Roberts of Ocala Downtown Chapel, Ocala, Florida., and Roberts of Ocala Funerals & Cremations, Ocala, Florida. Contributions in honor of his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Tributes
"I never had the opportunity to meet you but by just knowing your son Chris I know that you have a legacy I pray for his strength and Comfort at such a time as this."
"The best Papa his grandkids could ask for!! Patient, always sharing a train story or something about the past, and always willing to play a video game and let the boys win. We love you Papa. Alex and James"
"Dear Jennifer and Chris. So sorry to hear about Eric\'s passing. He was a good man and left the world a better place by his presence, which is what we all hope for. Rita will be welcoming him in heaven. Unfortunately or fortunately, depending how you look at it, I am quite disabled at this time, not with the virus, thank heavens, but with severe arthritis . I just had a second knee replacement and need spinal surgery . Kevin is taking care of me in California. I thank God for him every day. I am in a lot of pain and can\'t do much for myself. I will be with you in spirit, but not up to a phone call. Please accept my sincere condolences and prayers for your family."