Albert “Lee” Bastil, age 70, of Chisago City, MN and formerly of Hayward, WI passed away on Sunday, April 10, 2022, at Parmly on the Lake in Chisago City.

Albert Lee Bastil was born May 13, 1951, in Radisson, WI the son of Charles and Florence (Murphy) Bastil.

He was raised and attended school in Hayward, WI. After graduating from high school, Lee joined the US Army on June 29, 1968, and served during the Vietnam War. While serving his county, Lee earned the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, Army Commendation Medal, Three Overseas Bars, and the Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm. Lee was honorably discharged from the US Army on May 25, 1976, and returned to Hayward, WI. Lee worked several jobs in the Hayward area including working with the County Treasurer and the Sawyer County Veterans Service Office.

Lee is survived by his three children, Luke Bastil of Hugo, MN, Shane Bastil of Park Falls, WI, Kristen Bertrand of Eau Claire, WI; one step granddaughter, Alie; one brother; one sister; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Peggy Elaine Bastil, and one sister.

A graveside service with military honors will be held for Lee at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, April 15, 2022, at the Greenwood Cemetery in Hayward. Military honors will be accorded by the State of Wisconsin Military Funeral Honors Program and the Hayward American Legion Post #218.

Last Update: Apr 15, 2022 2:53 pm CDT