Basil was born on December 26,1942 in Kansas City, Missouri to Basil G McLeod and Mary A McLeod. He graduated from North Kansas City High School in 1964. Basil married Jessie Orr, in 1985. He began working for TWA in 1966 and retired as a forklift driver in 1999. Basil and Jessie had eight children together. They remember him as kind and funny, a father who encouraged them to pursue their goals. Basil was accomplished at working on cars. He was a witty and dedicated individual who loved his family and Nascar. He was active and dedicated member of the AA.
He is preceded in death by his parents and two sisters.
Basil is survived by his wife Jessie McLeod; children Laura Collins (McLeod), Cheryl Carver, Christina Whittle, John Foss (Sue), Jim Foss (Kelly), William McLeod, Michael McLeod, Helen Wade (Steve); 15 grandchildren and 11 great grandkids.
A Celebration of Life is scheduled for both Glen and Jessie on Saturday, August 14, 2021, visitation is from 2-3:00 pm with service beginning at 3:00 pm at McGilley Antioch Chapel. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Glen and Jessie's life.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to The American Lung and Heart Association and St. Luke's Hospice.
The family would like to thank St. Luke's Hospital, St. Luke's Hospice and Pleasant Valley Manor.
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