William "Bill" Baskowski

William “Bill” S. Baskowski, 94, of Morehead City, passed away Monday, April 29­, 2019, at his home.

Bill proudly served his country in the United States Army in the 101st Airborne Paratrooper Division. He was in the European Theater during World War II, where he received the Bronze Star and Purple Heart.

He is survived by his sister, Eleanor Homicki of Westerly, RI; brother, Anthony S. Baskowski and wife Sophie of Vernon, CT; grandchildren, Lee Bentley and wife Ginger of Wilkesboro, Phillip Johnson and wife Sandy of Morehead City, Bonnie Caudill and husband Scott of Wilkesboro, Rebecca Smith and husband Paul of Fort Leavenworth, KS; and great-grandchildren, Jake Bentley, Brooke Bentley and Laurel Smith.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie Baskowski; daughters, Teresa Johnson and Ellen Chrisawn Bentley; parents, Anna L. Baskowski and Stephen A. Baskowski; and grandson, Dean Bentley.

The family is grateful for the care received from Marti Conroy and Frances Carter.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project at  P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.

Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences at www.mundenfuneralhome.net

Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home and Crematory in Morehead City, NC.