Joseph Oral Basham Jr. of Harrisburg

Joseph Oral Basham Jr., 86, of Harrisburg, was born on Feb. 18, 1934 in Saline County to the late Joe and Faye (Gann) Basham.

Jody passed away peacefully at 5:16 p.m. on Tuesday, April 21, 2020 with his family by his side at his home.

Jody is survived by his wife Sue (Ellis) Basham; sister, Beulah (Basham) Glascock; his sons, Mike Basham, Robert (Misty) Basham; and his daughters, Tammy (Troy) Aud and Laura Salus. Jody is also survived by his beloved grandkids, Michael Joe, Randi, Amber, Brittney "Poopoo," Cassie, Cort, Stefanie, Sarah "Nadine," Jesse, Katelynn, Lucas, Tyler, Garrett, Grace "Little Sweetie" and Dwayne; a whole herd of great grandchildren who he loved dearly; and also a daughter-in-law, Cindy Huff.

He is preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Theresa; brothers, Al and Jim Basham; and a son, Artie.

Jody spent his life on the farm he built with his dad. Jody/Dad/Grandpa/Papa will always be remembered for his big heart, infectious laugh, the best veggie garden, his hugs, stories and jokes. He will be terribly missed by all who have had the pleasure to love and know him. But as one of his great-grandsons said, "Papa Jody is living with God now."

Private graveside services were held at 1 p.m. Friday April 24, 2020 at the Raleigh Masonic Cemetery in Raleigh with the Rev. Jimmy Lambert officiating.

Sloan Funeral Home of Galatia in charge of arrangements.