Passed away at his home in Fergus on April 13th 2007 in his 78th year. Basil will be missed by his niece Camilla McGriskin and his nephew Austin McGriskin (Bonnie) and their children Cody, Dallas and Samuel. He will also be remembered by his many cousins and friends. Family and friends will be received at the Graham A. Giddy Funeral Home & Chapel, 280 St. David St. South in Fergus, on Tuesday, April 17th from 2 – 4pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, 460 St. George St. West in Fergus, on Wednesday, April 18th at 11:00am. Burial at St. Joseph/St. Mary Catholic Cemetery in Elora. Memorial donations can be directed to the Diabetes Association, cards available at the Funeral Home (519) 843-3100. www.grahamgiddyfh.com.