A statement from the BC Lions & CFL on the passing of Tracy Lasorsa-Simon

VANCOUVER — The BC Lions issued the following statement Sunday afternoon after learning of the passing of Tracy Lasorsa-Simon, wife of former receiver and Director of Canadian Scouting Geroy Simon:

“It is with deep and profound sadness the BC Lions Football Club today reports the passing of Tracy Lasorsa-Simon, wife of Geroy Simon, the club’s director of Canadian scouting.

“We are devastated at the news of Tracy’s passing and we ask that you keep the entire Simon family in your thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time,” said VP of football operations, GM and head coach Wally Buono.

“Tracy has been part of the BC Lions family for more than a decade and her loss is heart-breaking for all of us.”

The Simon family has requested privacy at this time”

CFL Commissioner Jeffrey L. Orridge also issued a statement on behalf of the League:

“The entire CFL community is deeply saddened by the news of the passing of Tracy Lasorsa-Simon, wife of our friend and colleague Geroy Simon. Our thoughts and prayers are with their family and everyone with love in their hearts for Tracy and Geroy, including the BC Lions and their players and coaches.”