Christopher J. Laskey, 72 years old of Pleasant Prairie, WI passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2019, at Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital. He was born January 3, 1947, in Chicago, IL the son of the late Edward and Marion (Erzig) Laskey. On May 26, 1986, he married Donna M. Swosinski in Reno, NV. He worked as an Air Traffic Controller, later retired from Exelon Corporation, and was currently Chief Pilot for Midwestern Helicopter. Chris served in the U.S. Army with the 1st Cavalry as a Chief Warrant Officer II and spent 1967 flying Hueys in Vietnam. His hobbies included aviation, road racing, drag racing and Mustangs. He was a member of Kenosha Bible Church. Chris is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Donna; children, Cheryl Petschke of Oak Park, IL and Brian Laskey of Summerlin, NV; grandchildren, Jeremy, Connor (Allie), Erin, and Keenan Petschke, Callie Anderson; and a great-grandson, Nathan Petschke. He is further survived by brothers, Michael (Mary) Laskey and the late Steven Laskey; his former wife, Kathryn (Rzeminski) Jimenez; and many other family and friends. He will be greatly missed by his special crew, Raider and Kari. Funeral services and interment will be private. Arrangements were entrusted to Proko Funeral Home. Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th Street (262) 654-3533Visit & Sign Chris’ Online Memorial Book At:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
John Miller
December 3, 2019
John Miller It’s been an honor to know Chris and have him as a flight instructor. Rest In Peace Chris, God Bless.
Brian Filiatreault
November 30, 2019
I met Chris a little over a year and a half ago with an introductory flight. During the flight, I mentioned to him that my son was getting ready for prom. He thought it would be a good idea to land on our property to add something special to the prom pictures. My son and his friends were thrilled to see a helicopter coming in - especially considering that one of them was interested in aviation. That kind gesture really made their day. With that, I was sold on Chris being my instructor to get my rotor-wing license. Chris was a very practical and thorough pilot and was extremely flexible with his time. He worked around your schedule which made flying with him a wonderful experience. Throughout this time, I really considered Chris a friend and a mentor. Chris also had a special affection for our Golden Retriever, Ariel and asked about her often. He will be truly missed.
Anita Lambert
November 30, 2019
Thank you Chris, for teaching me to fly 5DP...it was and always will be one of the highlights of my life. Blessings and love to your family.
Kevin Sprague
November 29, 2019
I have know Chris for many years now. He was a great flight instructor and took me through my Helo CFI. Had many great lunches together talking about life. Great Christian man. God bless and Rest In Peace my friend!