Jerry Lee Basinger, 78, of Victoria, passed away December 7, 2018. Jerry was born September 26, 1940 in Garza County, TX to the late F. Maxalene Cooper and Harlan L. Basinger. Jerry worked for Southern Pacific Railroad as a roadmaster until he retired after 35 years of service. Jerry was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed the outdoors. He was a true family man and adored his family.
Jerry is survived by his wife of 56 years, Barbara L. Basinger; sons, Jerry L Basinger II (Jaimee) of Goliad, Travis Basinger (Renee) of Victoria; daughter, Theresa L. Basinger of Victoria; brother, Ronald Basinger (Bobbie Jo) of Lake Hills, TX; grandchildren, Julee Basinger, Catherine Miller-Newell, Alicia Miller, Daniel Miller and his great-grandchildren, Madeleine Newell, Noah Alvarado, Isaiah Alvarado and Joshua Logan.
He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Larry Basinger.
The family is honoring Jerry’s wishes and will be having a private family graveside service in the hill country.
Words of comfort may be shared at www.rosewoodfuneralchapel.com.