Ernest M. Basile, 89, passed away on June 28, 2020, at St. Patrick's Residence in Naperville.
Ernest, 89, was born in 1930 in Chicago. He worked as a psychologist and teacher for many years at Moraine Valley Community College.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Elaine M. Basile; and his stepson, James Marrero
He is survived by his stepchildren, Susan (Steve) Markus, Kathleen (Michael) Pagnano, Richard (Amy) Marrero, Annette (the late Floyd) Garver and Stephen (Paula) Marrero of Hinsdale; his grandchildren, Michelle Dunholter, Stephanie (Tyler) Holmberg, Katherine Markus, Connor (Katie) Marrero, William (Alexandra) Markus, Kyle Marrero and Joseph Marrero; his great-grandchildren, Andria and Gina; and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held at 9:30 a.m. today, July 2, at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 8404 S. Cass Ave., Darien, followed by a 10 a.m. funeral Mass at the church.
Interment will follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Hillside.
Memorials may be made to St. Patrick Residence, 1400 Brookdale Rd, Naperville, IL 60563
Brian Powell Funeral Directors of Hinsdale handled the arrangements.