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from July 7, 2020 Camrose Booster

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Ernest Steven Laskosky

It is with deep sadness that we are announcing the passing of Ernest Steven Laskosky, beloved Husband, Dad, Gramps and Friend, on Wednesday, June 24, 2020, at 75 years of age.

Ernie was born on December 2, 1944 in Vegreville, Alberta. His childhood was spent in Holden, Alberta, surrounded by family and friends. In 1964, he moved to Edmonton to work, and it was there he met the love of his life, Sharon. In 1969, they married and in 1970, Kevin was born, followed by Kelly in 1975. Shortly after, they moved to Camrose, Alberta and in 1979, Ernie became a journeyman electrician, a career that carried him through his life.

Ernie was a very social person. He had many friends and was always up for a good time. He was also a sports fanatic. He loved playing and coaching hockey, baseball, football, golf and curling. Many days were spent hunting, fishing, and camping and, after moving to Campbell River, British Columbia to retire in 2006, he became the captain of his own boat and took on ocean fishing. He loved the outdoors and he was an artistic and passionate man. Ernie had many hobbies over the years, and whatever he decided to do, he did with exuberance and vigor. Leather braiding, stained glass, glass etching, gold panning and rock and gem tumbling were a few of his favourites.

But his greatest joy, by far, was his grandkids Cassidy, Cody, Carys, and Avey. He adored watching them pursue their young dreams, whether it be barrel racing, hockey, or dance. And although it was not always easy for him to show it, he was extremely proud of them.

Left to honour his memory are his wife of 50 years, Sharon; son Kevin (Christine), Cassidy (Curtis) and Cody; and daughter Kelly (Kevin), Carys, and Avey Olafson. He was predeceased by his parents Steve and Rose; sister Alvina Brown; and brothers-in-law Wayne Brown and Wally Clair.

A private family service has taken place. Ernie was honest and fearless…. We will carry that with us.

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Sophia Simpson April 20, 1930 ~ January 28, 2020

Sophia was born in Hardisty Hospital on April 20, 1930, to Harry and Kate Koroby. She was raised on the family farm near Amisk with her younger siblings Mary and John. At the age of sixteen, she attended Camrose Lutheran College and pursued a career in banking. She met her husband George at a dance in the Grande Prairie area.

They were married on March 30, 1995 and settled on the family farm in the Daresbury area. She lived there for 60 years before retiring to Deer Meadows at the age of 83.

George and Sophia spent fifteen years wintering in Arizona. She loved this life and made many friendships there.

Her summers were busy with cooking, gardening and mowing lawn on her riding mower. She loved her bees, birds, flowers, happy hours, garage sales and reconnecting with her many local friends.

Sophia loved travelling, whether it was day tripping or to Hawaii and Scotland.

She is survived by her children Don (Carol) and Joan (Jim) Roth; grandchildren Katrina Roth and Andy (Carolyn) Roth; great-grandchildren Mallik, Loki, Remy and Willow; her niece Carol Schulz (Carrie and Eryka); and sister-in-law Yvonne Wager.

No formal service will be held. Sophia is inurned with George in the Valleyview Cemetery, Camrose.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Sophia’s memory may be made to the Parkinson Association of Alberta.

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