William D. Lake

Lake William Dennis William Dennis Lake passed away Thursday, May 14, 2009 at his home in Toledo surrounded by his loving family. Bill fought a courageous battle against cancer with dignity and without ever complaining. Born on September 11, 1944 in Grosse Pointe, MI to Doyle and Helen Dye, Bill was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served in Vietnam. He worked as a linesman for Hydramatic for many years until retiring in 1987. Bill enjoyed bowling and golfing and volunteered at Ottawa Park Golf Course. Bill is survived by his wife, Julie; sons, Eric Cassy, William, and Matt Rita Lake; daughters, Autumn Steve Dodd and Cynthia Jim Chaney; 8 grandchildren; sister, Wendy Williams; brothers, Mike Joan, James Ann, Rick Cindy, and Randy Becky Lake; special nieces and nephews, Tracy McGovern, Maria Jon Simons, Kevin Cindle, Justin Lake; and his girls from Extreme Detail. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Lynn McGovern. The family would like to express their gratitude to the nursing staff at Flower Hospital 6th Floor Jill and Tanika, Promedica Hospice Spike and Connie, and Dr. Matthew Lark, DDS Brigid and staff for there care and support. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 1-9:00pm at the Walker Funeral Home, 5155 Sylvania Ave. west of Corey Rd. where services will be held at 11:00am on Monday with the Rev. Gary Rader officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Promedica Hospice. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.walkerfuneralhomes.com.