EDWARD CLARK LEASK

Edward Clark Leask, 82, passed away June 19, 2016 at the Lynden Health Care Center in Lynden, Washington. He was born in Metlakatla, Alaska August 10, 1933 to parents Edward and Bertha Leask. Ed graduated from Ballard High School in Seattle, Washington, where he enjoyed playing basketball and baseball. He was a bricklayer by trade in Washington State for about five years. He moved back to Metlakatla where he planned and built (mostly out of brick) Leask Market Grocery, which he opened in 1964 and is still operating today. Ed contributed greatly to his community and friends throughout his life. He was a kind and generous man who was loved and respected by many. He had a great passion for boats, fishing and sports. He was preceded in death by his sisters Claire Gilmartin, Bernice Scudero, and Bertha Johnson. Ed is survived by his four children: Daniel Leask (wife Roxana), Debra Palmblad (husband Duwayne), Tamera Chavarria (husband Fred), and David Leask. He has five grandchildren, three great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. In respect of Ed’s wishes, a small family ceremony was held in Metlakatla where Ed was laid to rest beside his parents.

Published in the Ballard News Tribune section of the Westside Weekly, July 8, 2016.