Obituary of Michael James Lake
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Michael James Lake of Petite Forte, formerly of Rushoon, NL announce his passing on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre in his 78th year.
Leaving to mourn with broken hearts is his wife Evelyn of almost 45 years; sons Michael (Jackie) Paradise, Stephen (Brittany) Paradise; and his 4 beloved grandsons Jayden, Leland, Logan and Ethan. His sisters Mary, Clarice(Terry), Madeline(Ran), Shirley(Melv), Sheila(Reg); brothers-in-law Bob, George(Maureen), Carl(Phyllis); sisters-in-law Madonna, Anita(Fidelis), Sheila(Johnny), Debbie(Wayne), Brenda(Joe), plus a large circle of other family and friends.
Predeceased by parents William and Theresa Lake, parents-in-law Michael and Gertrude Pearson, sister Lorraine, nieces Joan Barry and Lisa Marie and brothers-In-law Dermot Whyte and Patrick Helpert.
Mike was a kind and gentle man who would help anyone. He settled down in Petite Forte with the love of his life, Evelyn. There they were married on September 15th, 1979 and raised their two sons, Michael and Stephen. He began his time as a fisherman when he moved to Petite Forte, even building his own boat. His love of the water continued through the years, sharing fishing trips with many friends, his wife and two sons. He was a Jack of all trades, teaching his sons many of those skills. He enjoyed the outdoors, berry picking, cutting wood, hunting, telling stories and tapping his foot playing a tune on the accordion.
His greatest blessings were his 4 grandsons. Being around them always put a smile on his face and he loved sharing his favourite things with them especially making memories doing things outdoors. He had all the patience in the world and loved to carry on with them-always telling a joke and making them laugh. He was a devoted family man who put his family first, right to the very end as he continued fighting for them.
In the hearts of those who loved you, you will always be there.
In keeping with Mike's wishes cremation has taken place.
Family will be receiving friends from Holy Rosary RC church, Petite Forte, NL on Saturday, July 27th, starting at 4PM and on Sunday, July 28th, starting at 2PM with Rosary at 7.PM
A funeral mass will be held at Holy Rosary RC Church, Petite Forte, NL on Tuesday July 30th 2024 at 1:30 PM with Inurnment following at Holy Rosary RC cemetery, Petite Forte, NL.
In his memory donations to the family or flowers gratefully accepted.
Funeral arrangements entrusted Serenity Funeral Home We Listen, We learn, We walk with you.
In Loving Memory
Michael Lake
1945 - 2024
