Daughter of the late Alfred Kaczmarek and Delia Padilla Kaczmarek, was born January 26, 1962 in Newark, New Jersey. As a young woman she modeled for a well-known designer in New York city. Later, she both modeled for and taught at the Mannequin modeling agency in Longwood. She regularly volunteered at the Brandywine Rest Home in Winter Haven, bringing her friendly cat Nicholas for the residents to enjoy. She was a true lover of animals; she had many pets that she cared for dearly over the years. She was an avid art and jewelry collector, fashion and art history researcher, and bookworm. She was happiest when she was reminiscing with her family and friends, teaching her daughter-in-law about history, and reading Jane Austen novels in her book club with her nieces. Basia was exuberantly generous. When visiting her family, she always brought thoughtful gifts for her nieces and nephews.
She is survived by her sweetheart and husband of 37 years, Vince Gervasi; and beloved son Vincent Christopher Gervasi and wife Paulina; brother Christopher Kaczmarek, wife Alessandra and nephews Alex and Sebastian.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, August 5th 2021. The family will receive visitors at Grissom Funeral Home for the viewing 9AM - 11:30 AM in Kissimmee, FL 803 W Emmett St. 12 Noon Mass will be held at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church 1603 N Thacker Ave followed by the Burial at Rose Hill Cemetery. If desired, friends may make memorial contributions to the Pet Rescue By Judy, an organization close to Basia’s heart.
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