Ferdinando "Fred" Basilii, Jr.

Ferdinando A. “Fred” Basilii, Jr., 91, of North Wales, died Saturday, October 31, 2026. He was the beloved husband of Ann (Hollywood) Basilii, his wife of over 66 years.

Born April 24, 1935, in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Josephine (Caruso) and Ferdinando A. Basilii, Sr.

Fred attended Roxborough High School in Philadelphia, where he was a multisport athlete, before serving in the United States Army. Following his military service, he built a successful career at F. Schumacher & Co., where he dedicated 50 years of his life.

Fred found joy in life’s simple pleasures. He loved all sports, his annual hunting trips with his boys, gardening, helping friends and neighbors, and coaching his 3 sons in youth sports. Most of all, he cherished spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In addition to his wife Ann, he is survived by his sons, Michael F. Basilii (Katherine) of Lansdale, Mark W. Basilii (Christine) of Downingtown, and Matthew J. Basilii (Catherine) of Chalfont; nine grandchildren, Desiree (Chris) Fletcher, Melodie Isabella, Hanna Basilii, Michael Basilii, Nick Basilii, James Basilii, Jack Basilii, Camille Basilii and Sam Basilii; and three great-grandchildren, Dominick Isabella, Jackson Fletcher and William Fletcher.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Yolanda Cupchak.

Relatives and friends may call on November 19th from 9:30-11:00 am at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, 424 S. Main St., North Wales, followed by the Funeral Mass at 11:00 am. Burial will be private in Washington Crossing National Cemetery, Newtown, at a later date. Arrangements are by the Huff & Lakjer Funeral Home, Lansdale.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made in Fred’s memory to Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10306 Tunnel to Towers Foundation