Mary Basha (nee Moore)
July 11, 1932 to November 20, 2022
Obituary
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It is with deep sadness that the family of Mary Basha (nee Moore) announces her passing in St. John’s, NL, on Sunday, November 20, 2022, at the age of 90 years at St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital. She succumbed to complications following surgery after falling and breaking her hip six weeks ago.
Mary will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by her sons, Michael, Tom (Jacqui), Richard and daughter Joanne; her grandchildren, Arielle, Robin, Ben, James, Jorja, Marvin, Shae, Ally, and Andrew; sister Paula; sister-in-law Joan and nieces Paula and Jennifer. She was predeceased by her husband Mike (2003) and grandson Ben (2019).
Mary was born in St. John’s and grew up on Merry Meeting Road. She had a sense of adventure and first left home at age 20 to work as a teletype operator travelling across Newfoundland to many out of the way places. She then left Newfoundland to pursue an opportunity as a flight attendant in the USA during the 1950s. She eventually made her way back to NL, settling in Corner Brook where she raised a family with her husband Mike Basha. She moved back to St. John’s in 2005. Mary had many friends, an active social life, and was an avid bridge player.
We would like to express our deepest gratitude to all the caring and compassionate nurses, doctors and support staff on the 6th floor West wing at St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital. Thanks also to the Residence at Littledale, where Mary had moved in August, for making her stay there, while short, very welcoming.
Visitation will take place at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road on Wednesday, November 23 from 2:00 to 4:00pm and 7:00-9:00pm. A memorial service will take place on Thursday November 24, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. from the Carnell Memorial Chapel. The service will be livestreamed for those who cannot attend. The link will be available on Mary’s obituary page at www.carnells.com.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Epilepsy NL.
Schedule
Visitations
2-4 p.m. on November 23, 2022
7-9 p.m. on November 23, 2022
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
1:00pm, Thursday November 24th
The Carnell Memorial Chapel
329 Freshwater Road
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Richard and Andrew,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Nana Mary. We can be sure she was well loved by the many stories we heard all the way in Calgary.
Our sincerest condolences.
Rest In Peace.
The Suttons
Mike, so very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this difficult time. Ben is there to give his grandmother a big hug
Sending my love and condolences on the passing of your mom. keep your heart full of loving memories
Sending my love and condolences on the passing of your mom. Ikeep your heart full of loving memories
I’m so sorry for all of our loss. Mary was a great mother in law. I’m thankful to have known her and was able to get together as much as we did. We had a great visit, just us girls at the beginning of 2020 and I will treasure that forever. May you rest in peace.
Love Jacqui
My deepest sympathy to all Mary’s family.
Mary and I go back to high school days, in the gym and out on our bikes , not to forget the “Blue Putt “.
Just growing up together with friends.
We have gone our separate ways but have always stayed in touch, the telephone just a ” pick up away “.
I am grateful that we have done that.
Rest in peace Mary, fly with the Angels
My deepest sympathy to all Mary’s family.
Mary and I go back to high school days, in the gym and out on our bikes, just growing up. we have gone our separate ways but have always stayed in touch, the telephone ( cel phone } just a ” pick up away ” and I am grateful we have done that.
Rest in peace my friend
Our sincere condolences. We had the pleasure to meet your mom on a couple of occasions, and to her true form, she welcomed us into her home with open arms. We trust you find comfort in your memories of her.
Mike, Tom, Richard and Jo-Anne – So very sad to hear that Mary has gone. She was a great friend to us for many years. There was always laughter and fun when she was around. She will be missed. Our sympathy to all of you and your families. Thinking of you with love, Marlene and Ed Poole
Our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mary Basha ,A beautiful lady she will be missed deeply
I am very saddened to hear of Mary’s passing. I very fond memories of Mary out with my Aunt Mern often up to no good. They had a wonderful friendship with lots of love and laughs with each other. My mom Aggie hosted many dinner parties and Sunday dinners and Mary was always there with Mern telling us wonderful stories. and sharing her kindness with everyone.
Marcy Greene
Richard and family,
Sorry to hear of your mom’s passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Moira, Mike and Katie
Mike and family,
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Never easy to lose a mother. Mary was so full of fun and as you know, your folks and mine were such good friends in Corner Brook.
Sending much love to you all.
In peace
Sheilagh
To Richard, Tom, Mike, and Joanne:
Please accept my heartfelt condolences of the passing of your mother. I had the great pleasure of meeting Mary several times over the years. She was a wonderful woman. Full of joyous life and laughter. May she rest in peace.
Paula, very sorry to hear of Mary’s passing.
Cherish your memories
Thinking of you
Jackie Walsh🙏🙏
Tom and family: I am so saddened by your loss. . I remember happy times in Corner Brook with both your parents. Here in St. John’s I enjoyed many games of bridge with your Mom.. She was a wonderful friend. My sincere condolences to all of you Ann O’Rourke
Michael please accept my sincerest condolences on the loss of your mother. Much love to you.
We are so sorry for the loss. My aunt Mary will be deeply missed! Love cousin Jennifer, Patrice, Alexandre and Noah
Richard and Tom,
We are all thinking of you throughout this difficult time and are sending our sincerest condolences on the passing of your mom.
Garrison Pub
Cousins Michael, Tom , Richard and Joanne
We would like to express our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your mother .
Unfortunately we are away and unable to attend the service non the less we extend our support, and sympathies .at this sad time .
Kind regards
Steve and Wanda Belanger
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Mary was a wonderful friend to my Aunt Mary Rockwell and always asked about my mom whenever I would run into her. A caring vibrant lady always. Blessings to you all.
Mary
Mike, Tom, and Joanne, I was so sorry to learn of mom’s passing. I connected with her a few years ago and had some nice visits with her. She was such a lively and interesting woman—so young at heart. I’m so happy I got the opportunity to meet and get to know her. Please accept my condolences. May she Rest In Peace.
Joan (Ozon) Veitch