James P. Basista Jr.

James P. Basista Jr. , 62, unexpectedly passed away on Monday morning September 16, 2024 at his home. Jim was born in Fort Bragg, North Carolina on August 4, 1962 the son of James P. and Margaret (Dzemyan) Basista Sr.

He was a 1980 graduate of John F. Kennedy High School and also a graduate of Oregon State University. Over twenty years ago, he became a Registered Nurse and cared for people in the Emergency Department at Mercy Health - St. Joseph Hospital in Warren. He was a dedicated professional nurse who helped people during their difficult times.

Jim is a member of Saint Pope John XXIII Parish - Saint Stephen Church. He was an avid Ohio State Buckeye, Cleveland Browns and Indians fan. Jim enjoyed vegetable gardening and being with his family. Most of all, he cherished all the time spent with his two year old granddaughter Emma Catherine.

Jim is survived by his loving wife of 26 years Diane L. (Cera) Basista whom he married on August 9, 1998; daughter, Sarah (Daniel) Wood of Niles; granddaughter, Emma Catherine Wood; parents, James P. and Margaret Basista Sr. of Niles; three sisters, Ann (Jim) Prendgrast of Birmingham, Alabama, Sue (John) Murley of Columbus, Paula (Brian) James of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; mother in law, Catherine Cera of Niles; brother in law, Joe (Denise) Cera of Niles and many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and co-workers.

Calling hours will be from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday September 19, 2024 at the Holeton-Yuhasz Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday September 20, 2024 at St. Stephen Church preceded by a 9:30 a.m. prayer service at the funeral home. Burial will be in Niles City Cemetery.