Obituary of Michael Bashta

Michael Jerry Bashta Michael was born in Auburn, NY and immediately moved to the new family home on Circle Rd. in North Syracuse where he did all the things that boys do. He enlisted in the US Army at a young age and did two tours in Vietnam at Pleiku. He was honorably discharged as a Sergeant. Eventually he settled in Binghamton, NY. He was a Journeyman electrician throughout his life until illness prevented him from working. A regular Inspector Gadget, he enjoyed building, crafting and tinkering. He was predeceased by his parents, Mike Bashta and Barbara Armstrong; several aunts & uncles, a nephew and his in-laws. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Denise Grant; children, Misty, Christian and Dennis; a sister, Donna Klein and her husband Don, who he considered a beloved brother; sister, Ginny Roth; and nephews, Josh Klein and Sam Roth; as well as the Grant clan and his comrade, Terry Yakle. He will also be deeply missed by his loyal companions, Ladybug, Sara and Uma. Memorial services will be held on Wednesday, January 5, 2011, at 4 p.m. from the Coleman & Daniels Funeral Home, 300 E. Main St., Endicott, NY. The family will receive friends at the Funeral Home on Wednesday from 3 p.m. until the time of service. Memorial donations may be made to SPEAK, 351 Flint Rd., Binghamton, NY 13905.