Robert D. Basalla, aged 67, of Parma, Ohio, born on December 3rd, 1958, passed away peacefully at home on December 29th, 2025.

Beloved husband of Janet (nee Kleinhenz); loving father of Brandie (Mark Boltuc), Samuel, and Shannon; dear grandfather to Sophia Boltuc and Jonah; cherished brother of Donald (deceased). Richard (Deborah), and Laurette Setlich (Eric). He is preceded in death by his father Samuel Albert and mother Sue (nee Panchak).

Robert was a multi-sport athlete, coach, umpire, and fan throughout his lifetime. He played in countless adult baseball, football and softball leagues and coached basketball and baseball for St. Mary Byzantine CYO teams for over a decade. Prior to his diagnosis with cancer, he spent his time watching his grandkids compete in sports.

Robert also enjoyed playing and watching poker on television and would often discuss poker games at length.

Visitation and Funeral Services

Family will receive friends at the St. Mary Magdalene Byzantine Catholic Church 5390 W. 220th Street Fairview Park, OH 44126 on Saturday, January 17, 2025, from 9 – 10 a.m. in the narthex followed by a Divine Liturgy at 10 a.m. and a luncheon in the St. Mary Magdalene Gold Room.  A private family burial will be at Holy Cross Cemetery 14609 Brookpark Rd, Brook Park, OH 44142 later that day.