Our beloved Father and Grandfather Ivan (Stu) Stuart Laycock of Standard, Alberta passed away peacefully in Drumheller on March 28, 2021 at the age of 97 years.
Stu was born December 17, 1923 to William and Jean Laycock in Calgary, Alberta. Stu took his schooling at a one room school house, it was called Janet School, he took nine grades there.
He did many jobs throughout his lifetime, dairy farmer, Grey Hound bus driver, seismic work, grain grader, grain buyer just to name a few. From there he invented his own jobs, spraying leases, and moving grain. Stu loved all sports, playing cards, dancing, and socializing. Stu loved spending time with his family.
Stu leaves to cherish his memory, one son Glenn (Debbie) Laycock, one daughter Cathie Roussel, one daughter in law Gloria Laycock, six grandchildren; Tyler, Kyle, and Mark Laycock, Chris (Amie) and Matt (Robin) Roussel, Heather (Kelvin) Langley of New Zealand, and eight great grandchildren. He will be dearly missed by his loving family.
Stu was predeceased by his son Greg in 2012
Due to the Covid 19 pandemic, there will not be any formal funeral services for Stu. If friends so desire memorial donations may be made to the Standard Memory Lane or Hillview/Sunshine Lodge (DDSF). Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Homes are in care of the arrangements.