Portsmouth—Andrew Allan Lask passed away on February 5, 2014, at Portsmouth Naval Hospital.
Andrew was born on Oct. 3, 1952 in New York.
He joined the United States Navy at the age of 18. He served for 24 years, and retired as a Master At Arms Senior Chief (ESWS). He married Rochelle Elkin on June 16, 1974. They were blessed with two children, Robert Bryan (March 19, 1976), and Stephanie Diane (October 1, 1982). He enjoyed wood working, family outings, Chinese food, and home improvement. He worked very hard to provide for his family, and made sure they were taken care of.
He is survived by Rochelle Lask (wife), Robert Lask (son), Stephanie Lask (daughter), Scott Lask (brother), Evelyn Tompkins (mother), two nephews, and one niece. He was preceded in death by his father, Ralph Lask.
A funeral service was held in the Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home with Rabbi Michael Panitz and Cantor Aaron Sachnoff officiating. Condolences may be offered at
www.hollomon-brown.com. Contributions to Relay for Life, the American Cancer Society, and the Wounded Warrior Project.