About This Memory Space
This page was created for Effie Faye Basler's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Effie Faye Basler's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Effie Faye Basler. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
Effie Faye Basler crafted a vibrant life marked by joyful pursuits, unwavering family bonds, and a zest for simple pleasures that radiated warmth to everyone around her.
Born in Indianapolis to Edsil and Mettie Lucas, Effie grew into a woman who embraced every opportunity for fun and connection. Her world brightened immeasurably on February 16, 1962, when she wed Jim Basler, embarking on decades of shared escapades and tender companionship. Effie's days were enriched by her passions—tending to her lawn with pride, whipping up delicious meals, basking in the sun's glow, and cheering at the bowling alley. She found thrill in casino visits, bingo nights, and cruising in hot rods alongside Jim at car shows, always with her faithful dogs Yogi and Roxy at her heels.
Effie's contributions centered on nurturing her home and family, where her skills in cooking and creating welcoming spaces left an enduring mark on those she cared for most.
Family & Loved Ones
Effie's greatest joy sprang from the lively chaos of family time, where her nurturing spirit turned ordinary gatherings into cherished traditions. She leaves behind children Jimmy (Stayce) Basler, Anita (Rick) Hicks, and Shelly (Mark) Wampler, along with grandchildren Keith, Jay, Angie, Katie E., Katie C., and Laura, plus a host of great-grandchildren who felt her boundless affection. Preceded by her devoted husband Jim and parents Edsil and Mettie Calvert, she poured her energy into making every visit with grandkids a highlight, her laughter and generosity weaving tight-knit memories.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Tributes from Effie's circle capture a woman whose infectious enthusiasm for life's little thrills left an indelible mark, with many recalling her as the ultimate family anchor brimming with kindness.