Disbelief still grips Basil’s family of his passing

By REBECCA KUKU
DISBELIEF still grips the Basil household over the loss of their father, husband and son who died in a motor vehicle accident along the Bulolo Highway in Morobe last week.
The late Sam Basil’s eldest daughter Mary-Frances Basil told The National yesterday that they were naturally saddened deeply by the loss of their father – a loving dad.
“Our father as a politician, was dedicated, committed and a servant leader, who had his people’s best interest at heart,” Mary-Frances said,
“So he spent most of his time, serving his people, and at home, our father was a loving, caring, yet tough father who taught us many values in life.
“But the first and foremost was to be selfless, humble and respectful to everyone regardless of who they are. Dad was the glue that held all of us together.” Mary-Frances said they could not come to terms with the loss of their father.
The casket of Basil will be received by the Speaker of Parliament Job Pomat, Clerk of Parliament Kala Aufa and fellow members of Parliament today at 11am and will lay in State at the National Parliament Grand Hall for fellow members of Parliament to pay their last respects.
A state funeral will also be held this afternoon at 2pm at the Sir John Guise Indoor Stadium from 2pm to 5pm.