Published in the Orlando (FL) Sentinel on Aug. 7, 2014
James Laskoskie(1931 - 2014)
Laskoskie, James 82, died Monday, August 4, 2014 in Orlando, FL. He was born October 28, 1931 in Orchard, Texas. James was a graduate of Texas A&M University, class of 1954. He was proud to serve in the ARMY in the 82nd Airborne Division. He graduated from
the University of Miami, where he received his Masters Degree in Education. Jim is survived by his sons, Michael and Brian, his brothers Jerome and Clarence, and his sisters Catherine, Vivian, Leona, Marilyn and many other family members. Jim led a happy,
fulfilled life with Patricia, Mike, Brian, family and friends. He will be missed by many dear friends in South Florida and Texas.When the question is asked, "Is the world a better place because Jim passed this way?" Jim would be pleased to hear, softly, "Yes,
indeed! Yes, Indeed!" A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, August 9, 2014 at 2:00 PM at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Miami, FL. He will be laid to rest next to his beloved wife of 52 yrs, Patricia Ann who preceded him in death. In lieu
of flowers, Jim asked that people do an act of kindness for a stranger.