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Raymond Joseph Lasky, 69
April 04, 2018
Raymond Joseph Lasky, 69, of Lititz, Pennsylvania, passed away April 4, 2018. He was the loving husband of Marilyn Lasky (Ellingwood) for 42 years. He was the beloved father of David Lasky, married to Kerri Lasky and Faith Higley (McLaughlin), married to Rick Higley and the cherished grandfather of seven grandchildren. He was also the treasured brother of Joanne Lasky Williamson.
Raymond was born in Middletown, Connecticut to Clarence Lasky and Alda Lasky (Bernat).
During the Vietnam War, Raymond served in the United States Air Force, with his service including support for the Apollo Program at Cape Kennedy, FL. Additionally, he served at Murphy Dome, AK, as part of the Strategic Air Defense Command.
Raymond worked for 26 years at the ITT Hartford Insurance Group, as a technical director and emerging technology strategist. In this role he won the ITTs “Best Idea of the Year” award and pioneered the launch of one of the first commercial sites on the internet. He was the owner of Total Media Associates, and was a professional photographer, Photoshop retoucher and trainer. Raymond also served on the Board of Directors of the National Kidney Foundation and Community Health Charities in Connecticut.
Raymond was currently attending Calvary Church in Lancaster, PA. He loved relating to people and sharing his faith in practical ways. While in the Air Force, his Christian faith began through the ministry of the Navigators. During the 42 years that he was a Christian, he served in several churches as an adult Sunday School teacher, Sunday School superintendent, a deacon, and he was active in evangelism and discipleship.
Raymond’s interests included being a nature explorer, survivalist, kayaker, HAM radio operator and constant seeker of truth.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service on April 12, 2018. Services will begin at Charles F Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543 with a 10 am visitation with the family, followed by a memorial service at 11am, with Rev. James Dunne officiating. Services will conclude with interment with military funeral honors at 1:30 pm at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville, PA.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to The Bridge Christian Radio @bridgeradio.org.
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April 11, 2018
Prayers of comfort for Marilyn and the Higley family. Hugs, Charlie and Linda Bradley
April 09, 2018
This is so sad and tragic – you have been taken way too soon from all that love you. Our hearts and prayers go out to Marilyn (your rock), Joanne, Faith and Rick, David and Kerri and your seven grandchildren. What a wonderfully blessed and full life it has been! But you had so much more life to explore and love. Your quick smile, a giggle and a glance – always a gentleman and someone that all of the cousins looked up to and respected.
One of my favorite memories was on a beautiful sunny day the Martel’s headed over to Aunt Donnie’s house for a summer picnic and fun and games. When we asked where you were, Aunt Donnie says, “Oh he is downstairs playing music on sunbeams.” WHAT!?!? We raced downstairs and very nonchalantly you explained to us how you had powered your radio through sunbeams. You really impressed us!
You were so multi-talented and always willing to share your expertise- from the beautiful wedding pictures you took for my wedding album 37 years ago to video taping Maryanne and Earl so that our family stories and traditions will live on and never be forgotten. We thank you for your selfless generosity and kindness. Rest in Peace, Karen (Martel) and Steve DeFranco
April 09, 2018
I am beyond sad you’ve left the physical world Ray. You are so loved, your spirit and kindness will live on in all the people you’ve touched. You really touched my heart Ray, I loved that we had website and technology interests to bond over, and I’ve always appreciated your photography! Goodness, what an eye you had for photography. We are so thankful for the time and love you put into shooting photos and videos for the family. A labor of love for you. I’m so glad we were able to spend time together this past Christmas. My heart aches for Marilyn, Faith, David, Joanne and all the grandkids. You left us too soon Ray. I love you and appreciate the wonderful man you’ve been all these years! Godspeed. Rest in peace, Pam Martel (and Bill) McNall.
April 08, 2018
Goodbye Ray, I’ll miss you & your wonderful smile. I have seval memories from when we were kids & you were the older cousin we looked up to, that picture of your base house in Alaska, while you were in the air force, where the snow was several feet higher than you, that picture always sticks in my mind of you. All the Luthuanian picnics with Marilyn, Faith, Rick, David, Kerri and all the kids are great memories which brought such joy to my mom Maryanne & dad Earl. Thank you for being such an inspiration to me of being a good person and father. You will always be remembered in those thoughts & pictures!…..EJ Martel
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- Thursday, April 12, 2018
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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- Thursday, April 12, 2018
- 11:00 AM
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- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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