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Merritt James “Jim” Laskoske

Merritt James Laskoske “Jim” 82, of Lancaster, passed away, Saturday, October 16, 2010 at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Michigan City, IN. he was the son of the late A.W and Mildred (Merritt) Laskoske. Jim was the husband of Susan (Corley) Laskoske with whom he celebrated 59 years of marriage this past June 30th.

Jim was a proud graduate of Notre Dame University class of 1949. He was a very active alumni.

Surviving in addition to his wife, Susan are 4 children; John Laskoske husband of Karen of Claremont, NH., Linda Sumner wife of Paul of Greensboro, NC., Steven Laskoske husband of Liane of Columbia, and Mary LaFond wife of Michael of Phoenix, AZ. And a grandson, John Sumner of Greensboro, NC.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, October 19, 2010 at St. John Neumann Catholic Church 601 E. Delp Rd. Lancaster PA 17601 at 11 a.m with Rev. Paul Theisz as Celebrant. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to American Cancer Society 314 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17603 or American Heart Association 610 Community Way, Lancaster, PA 17603. To send an online condolence or for more information please visit  SnyderFuneralHome.com Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home and Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz PA 17543. 717-560-5100

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I knew Jim from working out at the Hempfield Rec Center.  He was a really nice man  and always had a smile on his face.  My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Dawn Smith

It has been an honor and a privilege to help in Jim’s life care.  My prayers are with you . . .

Kat Nissley, Cardiac Consultants

Sue, my deepest sympathy.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family—

Love
Raella

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