Basil Hales

Basil was born October 15, 1927 in Corona, NY to parents Viola Hopkins and Basil Hales. He had three Siblings John Hales, Jacqueline Hales and Barbara Hales.

He served in the Army during the Korean War until January 1952. He married June L. Brown in 1953 in NY and raised four children; Jacqueline, Linda, Donald and Debra. During his professional career, he worked for the Operating Engineers Local 138 between 1946-1971. With an entrepreneurial spirit, Basil also owned several businesses including the Lee Ree Canal Marian and the Cozy Cabin. He retired and moved to Deerfield Beach, FL until he passed. He cared for his community at Century Village and served on the board and as president for nearly 20 years. He enjoyed the social gatherings and dances there, and Sunday Morning Meetings with Friends at McDonalds. Handsome, with a gentle smile and warm laugh, he was inquisitive and enjoyed engaging with others and hearing their life stories. A great storyteller, he also shared what he learned in life, so it may help others. Unsurprisingly unique; his topics of interest included history, politics, spirituality, talk radio, exercise, dancing and old movies.

A Private Memorial Service with Honors was held 05/13/17, and his is buried at South Florida National Cemetery in Lake Worth, Florida.

Basil was a good man who touched many lives during his walk on Earth. Time Passes, Love Remains.