GEORGE "SKIP" LASKODY, SR. George "Skip" Laskody, Sr., 61, of Wilmington, NC passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. He was born in Morgantown, WV on July 8, 1954, son of the late Paul and JoAnne Laskody. Skip graduated from Morgantown High School in 1973 and studied at various culinary schools. Skip was the executive chef at different well known restaurants in Morgantown, WV. He was best known for "Jorgie's" Chocolates especially his truffles, "Chef Skip's Spices", and his cookbook - "Chef Skip's Cape Fear Cookery". He volunteered and organized cooking events throughout Wilmington, such as, local Farmer's Markets and the Wilmington Wine and Chocolate Festival. He also hosted a cooking segment on WECT TV in Wilmington, NC. He was most proud of his family and his children were his pride and joy. Skip is survived by his children, George "Skip" Jr., Samantha Joy and Michelle Nicole Nuce. Skip is also survived by his sisters, Stephanie Stovash (Ron) and Susan Sullivan; brothers Paul Jr. (Debbie) and Andrew (Tracey); nieces and nephews Paul III, Chad, Jessica, Trevor, Rachel and Emily, and great niece Kaylie, all from Morgantown, WV; and his four legged best friend "Lilly". He will be greatly missed by many acquaintances and friends that he gained over the many years that Skip shared his love. Family and friends will be received at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Home (910-791-4444) - 3915 Oleander Drive, Wilmington, NC on Saturday, September 12, 2015 from 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm and Sunday, September 13 12:00 - 1:00 pm. A funeral service will follow at 1:00 pm on Sunday.

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Published by Wilmington Star-News from Sep. 11 to Sep. 12, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for George Laskody

25 Entries

Robin Sharp Westfall

November 2, 2015

It is with great sadness that we learned of the passing of Skip. My father (Dana Sharp) watched him grow up over the years and thought highly of him. He still mentioned him on occasion up until his passing despite end stage Alzheimers.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Holly Reese

September 18, 2015

I only knew Skip briefly, after moving into a neighboring apartment this past spring. I enjoyed my short visits, at the mail center, with him and Lilly. My deepest condolences to his family.

Jane Powell

September 17, 2015

Skip was a wonderful human being and will be greatly missed. May God touch his family so they can heal.

Burlene Taft Forquer

September 14, 2015

My thoughts and prayers go out to Skip's family. I had the great pleasure of working with Skip many years ago at Sheraton Lakeview Resort. He was a great friend and fabulous Chef and he will be greatly missed.

Lisa Thompson

September 14, 2015

My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Laskody family. I had the pleasure of working with Skip for many years at Harris Teeter and he ALWAYS made me laugh. I will treasure my memories that I have of him. What a great man and terrible loss for those who knew him. I am sure he is up in heaven right now telling a funny story and thriving in the laughter. Heaven gained a humorous and genuine angel.

Jackie Blake

September 14, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. Skip and I worked together at the Hilton. He was such a nice guy and any time I saw him around town he took the time to strike up a conversation. He will be missed.

Mary Hole

September 13, 2015

I was lucky enough to live next door to Skip for a couple of years... Not long enough. I will miss him very much.

Erin Glasgow

September 13, 2015

I met Skip when I was a teenager at HT. He treated me like one of his children who he constantly talked about. I have never laughed as hard with anyone at work before Skip. He catered my wedding. We spent time together that I will always cherish and be grateful for knowing him. I loved that he would always stand up for what he thought was right and would not back down from it. He was truly a wonderful father, friend and I know that he is at peace and telling jokes in Heaven right now. I will always think of him and miss him. I am truly sorry for your loss.

Anthony & Veronica Edwards

September 12, 2015

We were shocked to hear of George's untimely passing. Forever a member of the Laney Dad's Girls Basketball Fraternity. Matthew 5:4 Blessed are they that mourn for they shall be comforted. The Edwards Family
Anthony, Veronica, Tiana, Tori, & Tonia

Joyce Edwards

September 12, 2015

Skip, I will always look back fondly on our quite moments of quality conversation during the WW&CF... Your kind gentle heart will stay with me.
Dearest wishes of fond and joyful memories for your family.

Vonne Ward

September 12, 2015

He was a great guy and a real good friend will miss him so much I had 19 great years with him at Harris Teeter and good years.

Mary Bradley

September 12, 2015

I worked with Skip at Harris Teeter.I loved tasting all the food he would make! My thoughts go out to your family. You will be missed so much!!

Charlotte Rosenberg

September 12, 2015

I met Skip through working with him for the past 3 years on the Wilmington Wine & Chocolate Festival. I knew him to be a generous, kind and very warm person who enjoyed talking about cooking and took great pride in his family whom he adored. I was his entire family. May his memory be for a blessing to all of his friends and family.

Regina Hawse

September 12, 2015

I was so sorry to hear of the passing of this great man, chef and friend. We first got to know Skip when he was the Executive Chef at the Wilmington Hilton. He was a charter chef participating and winning the March of Dimes Gourmet Chef's Auction with his magnificent chocolate creations. He continued to give back to his community by participating in other local charity events such as Wilmington's Epicurean Evening to benefit Methodist Home for Children. Skip was once again a founding charter chef. Skip visited and gave local cooking demonstrations to senior adult groups like the Young at Heart's. Skip always had a winning smile, a kind word, and shared his love and knowledge of food. His contribution to his community will be missed by all who knew him. Prayers for his family, I know they will be lost without him.

Marianna Stacy

September 12, 2015

I first met Skip in the 80's when he did the Valentine's Chocolate Cooking Show on 980 WAAV Radio with Chris Watkins, where I worked. He loved doing it and talked about doing chocolates with and for his kids often! We reconnected at the Chocolate Festival at the Senior Center and he joined our Management Team and helped us evolve it into The Wilmington Wine & Chocolate Festival. Skip was instrumental in planning and hosting the festival's Culinary Demonstrations each year, but his contributions went far beyond that! He was also a devoted volunteer and was there with us each year helping with anything we needed from the set-up to break-down. Skip was also very committed the festival's cause, which is to raise money to support senior services in our community. Skip's enormous contribution, his artistry, and his expertise will not be forgotten. I, personally,loved his gentle and caring spirit and appreciated the encouragement he gave me as I, along with others, worked to try and make each year's event better than the one before.
We will miss him greatly and our hearts go out to you! On behalf of the Wilmington Wine & Chocolate and our festival non-profit,(VOCAL)- the Volunteer Older Citizens Action League, We salute and honor you,Skip! Rest in Peace! You have left your mark with us and many others.

September 12, 2015

So sorry to hear of Skippy's passing. The Laskody family helped to form many happy childhood memories. You all have a special place in my heart and always will. My deepest sympathy. Denise Wheeler (Morgantown, WV)

Barbara McCormick

September 12, 2015

I only worked with Chef for a few years at Harris Teeter, but I greatly admired him. I'm so sorry to read of his passing.

Tim Harts

September 12, 2015

Sorry For Your Lost Skip Was A Great Man

Angie Kahney

September 12, 2015

I worked with Skip at Harris Teeter for many years. One of the kindest, funniest people I've ever known. And the man was a culinary genius cooking up some of the best food ever. He was a loyal friend with such integrity, always an original character. He was protective of those he managed and cared about, and ferocious and fearless when he needed to be. I can remember one occasion when he literally jumped into the path of a moving vehicle to stop a shoplifter...Always the man seeking justice and good, even if it meant taking it to extremes. At the time I wasn't sure whether he was crazy or brave...but I came to expect that Skip was that person you could always count on to look out for his employees in any situation and I respected him a great deal for that. . I enjoyed every shift I worked with him and always had a story to tell afterwards. But above all else, Skip adored his children. I loved to hear him talk about them and they were without a doubt his entire world. He was so proud and the way that he viewed being a dad was such a gift. I learned so much from him and am so grateful for the time I knew him. Truly a great man! My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. May they find comfort in the memories of the wonderful person he was.

Pamela Wolski

September 11, 2015

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I have known Skip for 20 years and I will miss seeing him and talking to him. You all had a great dad and he will be greatly missed.

Tonya Jones

September 11, 2015

I will always remember you fondly.

Angela Edge

September 11, 2015

R.I.P SKIP I will always remember the days we shared at Harris teeter

September 11, 2015

With Deepest Sympathy To The Laskody Family. May God Comfort You. Uncle Burt and Aunt Kate

Brownie/Carol Stuart

September 11, 2015

Brownie and I are sorry for your loss,saying prayers for all the family. May you each remember the happy times you have had together.

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