Harold Lake
Died: May 25, 2009 | Place: Victoria Hospital
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Lake, Harold…..
Peacefully after a long illness, at Victoria Hospital on Monday, May 25, 2009, Harold Lake of Lowbanks and formerly of London in his 72nd year. Best friend and husband of Lois (Corbin) Lake of 40 years. Beloved father of Chery Lake of London, Charlie Richardson (Wendy Ashley) of London, Karla Bruder (Pete) of London, Jon Lake of London, Steve Lake of London, Joanne Young of Florida and David Lake (Cynthia) of London. Cherished grandfather of Courtney, Ben, Kyla, Dylan, Matt and Sarah. Brother of Ron Lake (the late Dorothy), Donna Deans (the late Earl), Norma McFarlane (Norman) and Len Chin. Also missed by his brother-in-law John Corbin (the late Mary) and by many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, May 28, 2009 from 3-5 and 7-9pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The celebration of Harold’s life will be held at Oakridge Presbyterian Church, 862 Freele Street (at Oxford Street West), London, on Friday, May 29, 2009 at 10:00am, with Reverend Dr. Terry D. Ingram officiating. Cremation. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Canadian Diabetes Association, 442 Adelaide Street North, London ON N6B 3H8 or the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 150-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com
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Dearest Lois,
Terribly sorry to read of Harold’s passing. I have many fond memories of our visits and chats over the years. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Sincerely, Sue (formerly of Taylor Chiropractic, Welland)
Ah Lois, God must have needed a new Santa in Heaven! What a wonderful man Harold was! It was a blessing to know him. I am praying for God to hold you and your family in the palm of his hand, to give you peace and comfort. Love, Sue
Steve and family,
My most sincere condolences on the passing of your father.
Marrianne
Dearest Lois: I believe the Lord needed another Santa in heaven to help out during Christmas or at any time where joy and laughter is needed. We will surely miss, as we have the past coupe of years, his sitting out front with his Santa Suit waving at all the traffic.
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Our Dearest Steve
We are deeply sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Words really cannot express… We wish we could all be there to give you the biggest of hugs, loft troll ones especially. Be prepared to be bombarded by us and to raise a glass in fond remembrance as well the next time we meet.
Oh How I will miss those beautiful blue twinkly eyes. But I can’t help but think of all the children in heaven that will get a candy cane and a hug. It is an honor and a pleasure to know Both of you.
Lois sorry that Harold is gone. He was great friend and good to be around. The last 14 months have been tough, but the many years before you had what a lot of people only wish for:a partner that was a best friend.
Our thoughts are with you.
Love Jim and Deena
dear Lois sorry about your loss. i am sure the last 14 months have been rough. Harold is in Gods hands now R.I.P
Lois and Family
We are so very sorry for your loss. Harold was a good, kind, gentle man and he will be missed by so many. He will be remembered as being the jolly man he dressed up as for many years, Santa Claus. I personally will remember the fancy names he use to call things when they were auctioned, I’d swear he made them up! With Love Always
Ellen and Dennis
Dear Lois, our thoughts are with you always, Harold was the nicest and kindest man I think I will ever meet. He never had a harsh word to ever speak of anyone. He was truely Santa 365 days of the year. He will be sadly missed as we do not have enough people here like him. But we can only hope that he is at peace now and pain free to be an angle left to watch over us. If you were lucky enough to have Harold as a friend , you were the lucky one. He will be remembered with only the kindest and warmest of thoughts forever.
Dear Lois & Family:
Please accept our sympathy & condolences at this great loss of a loved one. On behalf of myself, my wife Leslie, Dave Starling, and your family at Thursday Nite Hymn Sing.
Norm.
Lois & Family:
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband and father. Lois, I truly believe that Harold lives on through you, his children, and his friends. He will be missed by all, forgotten by none. I embrace you with warmth and love, and hope that your pain is not too overwhelming. Know that you are in my thoughts and in my heart.
Jocelyne
I’m very sorry for your loss my friend.
Mike
Dearest Lois;
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. You and Harold brightened many a childs face as Mr. and Mrs. Claus … and “Santa” will be greatly missed by all. He will forever be remembered in our hearts and our photobooks. Our condolences to you and your family. *hugs*
Butterfly hugs Lois and family from Judy (volunteer@ Parkwood
we will miss him deary god mush have needed more jolly santas in heaven. i will always remember my daughter on his lap want to know the secert of santa.