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Basil W. Wolever, 82 |
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Basil Wayne Wolever, age 82, of Orleans, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, friend, pastor and mentor to so many, entered into the presence of his Lord on Friday, February 3, surrounded by his loving family. He was always the spontaneous leader, ready to trek to the corners of a day’s travel, always enjoying the journey as much as the destination. Basil was an avid outdoorsman who taught respect for nature and love of the outdoors to his five surviving children as well as any grandchild or neighborhood kid who wanted to tag along on his many journeys. Basil could most often be found with youngsters in tow, fishing or giving wagon rides. He spent nearly all of his adult life preaching the saving Gospel of Jesus Christ in a youth camp that he founded and as pastor of numerous churches. We are comforted by the life he led and in knowing his final destination.
Basil is survived by his loving wife of more than 55 years, Nellie Ruth ( Chaney ) Wolever; a sister, Leatha Hastings; his children, Albert (Sally), Daniel (Kathy), Brenda (Kenichi) Trevan, Becky (David) Baker, and Basil Jr. (Randie).; 12 grandchildren, fifteen great grandchildren, countless nieces and nephews; a son adopted in Christ, Jose Mares; close friend Ray Cahoon and lifelong friends Mr. and Mrs. Carlton Tobias. Basil was preceded in death by his infant daughter Sarah Louise; an infant son Albert; his parents Charles and Veva Wolever; his parents-in-law Duncan and Louise Chaney; brothers Leron, Wayton, Bruce, Stanley, Donald, De Orn, Theron and Dorwin; a sister Velda; and grandchildren Eric and Paxton. Although we are saddened by earthly passings, we look forward to a joyous eternal reunion.
Visitation will take place on Tuesday, February 7 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at Verdun Family Funeral Home, 303 S. Bridge Street, Belding. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Richard McLane officiating. Those wishing to express their sympathy are welcomed to consider a contribution in Basil’s memory to the activities fund at Metron of Belding Nursing Home. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. For additional information, please contact Verdun Family Funeral Home at (616) 794-1300 or verdunfh.com. |
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Mike Verdun, Manager s 303 S. Bridge St s Belding, MI 48809 s 616-794-1300 |
