William Laboski

William Richard Laboski, 73, died August 16, with his family by his side, at his home in Quakertown. Bill was born June 25, 1941, in Scranton. He was the son of the late William Labosky (Wladimir Lubowitsky) and Lillian (Golod) Labosky. Bill graduated from Scranton Central High School where he was a standout athlete. He entered the United States Air Force in 1962 and served in the Philippines and England. He was honorably discharged in 1970 as a Staff Sergeant. Bill fulfilled his dream by entering the Pennsylvania State Police, where he served with distinction until his retirement in 1993. Following his retirement, Bill co-founded Professional Investigations, Inc. He then worked as a security officer at the Bucks County Courthouse and later served as the Chief of the Bucks County Park Rangers. Bill was twice elected to serve on the Quakertown Community School District School Board. Bill is survived by Elaine, his beloved wife of 48 years. They were married in Clapham, Bedfordshire, England and remained inseparable throughout their time together. Bill is survived by his four sons and seven grandchildren: David and his wife Donna (Vieczorek) of Macungie, and their children, Jacob and Max; Kevin and his wife Catherine (Stone) Quakertown, and their children Sam and Skyler; Gavin and his wife Kimberly (Kuykendall) of Chalfont, and their children Hannah and Alec; and Trevor and his wife Valerie (Bloodsworth) of Missoula, MT and their son Will. Bill will be remembered as a devoted family man. Family and friends are invited to call Thurs., Aug. 21, 2014 from 6-8 pm or Fri., Aug. 22 10 -11 am at Jeffrey A. Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, 135 W. Pumping Station Rd., Quakertown. A memorial service honoring Bill and his life will be held at 11 am Fri. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers the family is requesting that donations be made to the Troopers Helping Troopers Fnd., 3625 Vartan Way, Harrisburg, PA 17110. www.jnauglefcs.com