July 23, 2024
In loving memory ~
Harry Basil [Basso] Menzies passed away quietly on July 23, 2024, in the North Shore Hospice. He will be missed by his children Charles (Veronica), Helen, and Elizabeth, nephew and nieces Ann Barret (Max), Ed Davies (Lil), Susan Brown, and grandchildren Nicholas (Leah), Tristan, Jarek, Kristoffer (Cynthia), Teddy, Ace, and by his extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Shirley, father Harry, mother Elizabeth, and his sisters Pearl and Marguerite.
Basso was born and raised in Prince Rupert, where he and his partner Shirley raised their children. Basso worked from the age of 12, only retiring in his mid-70s, in the commercial fishing industry. He started work as a labourer and ended his career as the owner-operator of a 60-foot commercial fishboat.
Basso loved meeting people and making new friends. Up until his last months, he would happily launch into a story about his life on the water. He cared deeply about his family who will hold him dearly in their memories.
The family thanks Dr Sue Schloegl of Bowen Island and the staff of the North Shore Hospice. Most especially, the family thanks the dedicated team that made every effort to support Basso in his desire to live at home as long as he could.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at the Bowen Island United Church, at 11 am, reception to follow. A memorial reception will be held on Saturday, September 28, 2024, in the Prince Rupert United Church Hall, 2-5 pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Dr Paul Sugar Palliative Support Foundation https://www.paulsugarfoundation.com/
To write a condolence to the family, please visit www.mckenziefuneralservices.com
Service Details
11:00 AM