Myrna A. Basa – Leesburg-News.com

Myrna A. Basa
Myrna A. Basa

Myrna Basa, passed away on August 23, 2025. She was 87.

Born in Quezon, Philippines, second eldest of six children to Feliciano & Soledad Alcantara. Lola was a Pharmacist and Med Tech by profession. She immigrated to the United States with her husband, Marcelo in the early 1960s. Moved to Jersey City, New Jersey, joined the Filipino American community and worked at Christ Hospital for 35+ years. Moved to Upper Saddle River, New Jersey in 1971 and raised five children, Arnold, Tony, Maggie, Andrew and Richard then retired in Clermont, Florida.

She was a devout Catholic, passionate world traveler which included religious pilgrimages, member of the choir at Blessed Sacrament Church and member of the Filipino church community at St. Faustina’s Church. She loved to cook for family and friends especially her Lomein, pancit and egg rolls. She loved to garden, play the piano and blackjack. Most of all, she loved vacationing with her family and watching her grandchildren play sports. She was frequent spectator at little league baseball, football, lacrosse games and wrestling matches. She was full of energy, friendly and lived a life of grace, strength and resilience.

She is survived by her children, Maggie, her husband Dennis, Andrew, his wife Aimee & Richard – seven grandchildren, Ryan, Sam, Christian, Charlie, Dylan, Teddy and Sophia and three sisters, Dr. Violeta Mendoza, Dr. Monina Macam and Dr. Marilyn Leung. Myrna is predeceased by her sons, Arnold and Tony Basa, her spouse, Marcelo, brothers Roger and Israel Alcantara and parents, Feliciano and Soledad Alcantara.

Myrna will be remembered by her unwavering love for her family, her infectious laugh and her spirit. She leaves behind a legacy of warmth and kindness that will be deeply missed by all who loved her.

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