Admiral Basil Goonesekara, Former Commander of the Navy, has passed away

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The seventh (07th) Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy, Admiral Basil Goonesekara passed away today (17th February 2024).

He joined the Royal Ceylon Navy as Sub Lieutenant on 23rd July 1951. The senior officer held office from 01st June 1973 to 31st May 1979, as the 07th Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy.

Late Admiral Basil Goonesekara was born in the year 1929. His remains lie at No. 50/06, Anula road, Colombo 06 until 18th February 2024 to pay last respects and the funeral will be held with full of service honors in compliance with naval traditions at the General Cemetery, Borella on 18th February 2024


Admiral Basil Goonesekara, the seventh Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy, passed away on February 17, 2024. He joined the Royal Ceylon Navy in 1951 and served as Commander from 1973 to 1979. Born in 1929, his funeral will be held with full service honors at the General Cemetery in Borella on February 18, 2024. His remains can be viewed at No. 50/06, Anula road, Colombo 06 for paying last respects until the funeral.

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