Obituary of Robert William Laskey

The family of Robert William Laskey are deeply saddened by his passing on July 21, 2017 at St Joseph's Hospital. Born on March 17, 1938 in Saint John, to Albert and Alice Laskey. Bob is survived by his loving wife Louise; sons Bruce, Jerry and Brad (Cathy) Laskey of Saint John; daughter Lori Ouellette of Toronto and predeceased by his beloved daughter Margaret Laskey; grandchildren Christina, Michael, Kyle, Brandon, Malcolm, Tyler, Nathan and Alicia; 7 great grandchildren; sister Lois Higgins; and several nieces and nephews. Bob had a larger than life personality and loved to laugh and joke. He spent most of his working years selling insurance for Prudential and London Life. He and Louise loved travelling and were avid dancers. Bob's favourite pastime was meeting friends for a coffee or spending time with his loved ones and pets. In his younger years, he enjoyed his work with victim services and his involvement with the Lion's Club. Resting at Brenan's Bay View Funeral Home, 1461 Manawagonish Road, Saint John, (634-7425), with visiting on Monday, July 24, 2017 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, July 25,2017 at 2 pm from Brenan's Bay View Chapel. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. For those who wish, remembrances to the SPCA Animal Rescue or a charity of the donor's choice would be appreciated by the family. Please place online condolences and remembrances at www.brenansfh.com