Thomas Christopher Basom

Thomas Christopher Basom

June 07, 1959 - December 06, 2021

Thomas Christopher Basom

June 07, 1959 - December 06, 2021

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Thomas Christopher Basom

Taken from us too soon, Thomas Christopher Basom, aka Chris Basom, passed away Monday evening, December 6th of a sudden heart attack at the age of 62. He will be deeply missed by so many, as his positive impact on others and the community was widespread.

This comes as a shock to all who knew him, as Chris was so full of love and life. He made friends everywhere he went with his positively contagious attitude and his unique way of making you feel special, seen, and supported. Chris lived his life on purpose, with the intention to Be Kind. Those who knew him best enjoyed his strong personality, brilliant mind, silly sense of humor, his sensitive, compassionate heart, and his never-ending support and words of wisdom.

Born in Ypsilanti, Michigan to Fred and Marian Basom on June 7th, 1959, Chris grew up in a large family of 7 children. He excelled at school and took pride in being Student Body President at Loara High School, which contributed to his love of healthy debate. A problem solver and numbers guy, his tax and financial planning business of over 30 years served countless people in the community with humor and kindness as they navigated their financial journey.  Being a good father and a loyal husband was his top priority and he always made himself available to process through life’s ups and downs with those he cherished. His passion for soccer and being with his children led to volunteering with the AYSO for over 20 years as a coach, referee and on the Board. In his spare time, Chris enjoyed building Lego and passed along that Lego enthusiasm to his grandchildren. He was a true humanitarian to the end, as an organ donor he will help hundreds of people.

Survived by his wife Trish Elliott, his children Denielle Basom, Conrad Basom and Kelly Ritchie, his grandchildren Blair, Declan, Avery and Hudson, his siblings De Anne, Terese, Jonathan and Joseph, along with cousins, aunts and uncles.

In lieu of flowers, we invite you to support two of Chris’ passions —

Soccer and Lego:

The AYSO Playership Fund at www.Ayso.org

The Giving Brick at  www.Thegivingbrick.org

Memorial Service

  • Date & Time: December 20, 2021 (2:00 PM)
  • Venue: O'Connor Mortuary
  • Location: 25301 Alicia Parkway Laguna Hills, CA 92653 - (Get Directions)
  • Phone Number: (949) 581-4300

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95 responses to Thomas Christopher Basom

  1. Prayers and love to the Basom family!

  2. My heart and prayers go out to each and everyone of you.
    Big Hugs —

  3. Forever my love, T

    1. Chris shined through so bright every day. He saw me for who I was and accepted me into the small work family which later became family to me. He opened his door to so many and am so blessed to have met him and had the pleasure of working every day together for 2 years.
      Chris, I know you’re looking down at all of us. Keeping the family safe and guiding all those you touched through life. I know I’ll continue to think back to all the laughter we shared, the incredible accomplishments, but most importantly the empathy you led with. Thank you for blessing so many of us!

      To the family & YTM team,
      I’m sending you all so much love and I hope that the amazing memories of Chris remind you how special you all are! Chris saw that and knew the impact you’d make. Take each day at a time and remember how much he loved each an every one of you! 

  4. Art Sayles says:

    TCB, you were my best man, and a better friend. RIP lil’ buddy!

  5. You and Chris were so blessed to live life to it fullest. Your memories with him will someday once again fill your heart with joy. Your love for each other is something that couples dream of. I am so sorry you your loss. He will forever fill your heart with love and beautiful memories.

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