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Klara Erika (Gécseg) Basile

September 8, 2024

Passed away suddenly at LHSC on September 8, 2024. Klara lived a vibrant, joyful life, filled with love, laughter, and adventure. She was the beloved wife of Aurelio for 53 years, a devoted mother to David (Gina) and Erika (Ryan), and a cherished Nonna to Tyler, Morgan, and Ella. Klara’s love extended beyond her immediate family; she was an adored sister-in-law to Nino and Cathy, Pina and Sal, and Vito, and a beloved Zia to Trisha (Marco), Paul (Krista), Sydney, Kennedy, Cohen, and Griffin. She is now reunited with her father, Joseph Gécseg, mother, Rozsa Mecs, stepfather, John Mecs, sister-in-law Ina, and niece Lina. Klara’s heart was always full of love for her family, friends, and her Hungarian and Sicilian communities. Her passion for helping others and celebrating her heritage was a cornerstone of her life. Klara embraced every opportunity to travel and explore the world, always finding her way back to her roots in Hungary, where she shared precious moments with loved ones. Her warmth, generosity, and spirited nature will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Klara’s legacy of love, kindness, and celebration of life will live on in the hearts of her family and friends.

A celebration of life will be conducted at Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road North, London on Saturday, September 14, 2024, from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Donations can be made to the Children’s Aid Society London & Middlesex (specifically children aging out of foster care) and/or Waterloo Wellington Hungarian Presbyterian Church.

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We are deeply saddened by Klara's passing. Our deepest sympathy to your family Aurelio for all of us and our extended family. Such a wonderful lady and you are a beautiful man Aurelio. God bless you all during this most difficult time.

~ Mario & Andrea Spina

A donation has been made to Children's Aid Society London & Middlesex (specifically children aging out of foster care).

~ Maria & Santino Raffa

My deepest condolences to Aurelio and family. Rest in peace Klara - I will always remember and am thankful for your contributions and involvement with the Sicilia Club of London. Your kindness and presence will be greatly missed. 🙏🕯️

~ Luigi Perzia

Dear Clara when you died a part of me died .what hope I had in this world keeps crumbling with every death. you are a very very dear friend of mine in life and now spirit. I wish we would’ve had more time. I thank you for everything you did for me to help me out with my personal affairs and simply being my friend. and I thank you so much for being so supportive in the Hungarian community. You are a big part of our community, and I am very honoured that I had a chance in my life to know you almost 30 years .be at peace my friend have peace . I will pray for your soul to be at peace and to be free. I will miss you very much Clara very much .I don’t have enough tears to shed to tell you how much ,love Susie Horvath forever……….. until we meet again my friend.

~ Susie Horvath

Dear Aurelio, David, Erika and family. Please accept our deepest condolences. We are very saddened and shocked to hear that Klara passed away. She was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed by many including us. Wishing you all strength to navigate this difficult time. Sincerely Violet Balestrini and Gabe Bodnar.

~ Violet Balestrini

Dear Aurelio, David, Erika and family. Ed, I and our family were saddened upon learning of Klara's sudden death. We extend our sincere condolences to you and your family. It will be a very difficult time for you with the loss of Klara in your lives and we wish you much strength in the period ahead. Sincerely, Ed and Judy van Leeuwen

~ Ed and Judy van Leeuwen

So sorry for the loss of this beautiful woman! Dave ,Erika and Aurelio find peace in knowing she touched so many lives and was always doing what she loved best, taking care of her family.

~ Kris Waters

Our thoughts and prayers are with Aurelio and family! Klara,rest in peace !🙏 She was a caring, lovely lady, helping lots of people. Her memorie will live on in our hearts ❤️

~ Martha & Attila

Dear Aurelio, David, Erika and Family; Our hearts are heavy and we were so saddened to here of Klara's passing. She was a bright shining light in all that she did. Whether planning events for the Sicilia Club or planning family vacations, we always enjoyed her kindness and caring way of doing things. Please know that we are holding all of you in our prayers as you gather to celebrate her life, she will be missed. In Peace and Friendship, Anna, Tom, Anthony, Tara and families.

~ Anna and Tom McInerney

Very sad to hear of Klara’s sudden passing and still in shock. 😢 She was a remarkable woman and will be missed by many. Deepest condolences to her husband Aurelio and families and friends. May she Rest In Eternal Peace 🙏🏻

~ Darinka Cindric

Klara and I have been friends since 1976 when I moved to London and worked at UIC. I have been waiting for her to get back to me on my recent text to find out how she is doing. I only found out today from our mutual friend Sue Spence that she passed. I have no words. I am numb. I will miss our get togethers and the laughs we had. My heart goes out to Aurelio and family. I will miss you Klara. God bless. Julie Charbonneau

~ Julie Charbonneau

I am shocked and saddened to learn of Klara’s sudden passing. Klara was an integral member of the Sicilian Club. She worked tirelessly to keep her Hungarian and her adopted Sicilian heritage and culture going especially for our younger generation. My heartfelt condolences to Aurelio and to her family during this difficult time.

~ Josie Biviano

I first met Klara in 1978 while working together for Canada Employment and Immigration Commission. I will always remember her kindness and sweetness then and consistently throughout the years. Klara's passing is a great loss to her family, friends and community. She will be greatly missed. Heartfelt condolences to Klara's loved ones.

~ Gerda M Paal-Martinuzzi

Our thoughts and sincere condolences are with Erika and the entire Basile family at this difficult time . R.I.P Klara

~ Al & Donna Thomson

Services for Klara Erika (Gécseg) Basile

Celebration of Life will be held at:
Westview Funeral Chapel
709 Wonderland Road North,
London, Ontario

September 14, 2024 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

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Children's Aid Society London & Middlesex

Waterloo Wellington Hungarian Presbyterian Church

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