Lake,Walter Joseph “Wally” ~ June 27, 1931 – August 12, 2022
It is with broken hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Wally at 91 years of age on August 12, 2022. Predeceased by his beloved wife Doris of 55 years (2005), son Lloyd (2012) and Grandson David (1985). Cherished husband of Linda Lake of 16 years. Beloved father of Carolyn (Tom) Farrer, Gary (Colleen)Lake and Cathy (Edward) Paquette. Step-father to Cynthia (Joe) Clark and Joel. Dearest Grandpa of Jeffrey, Gregory, Kyle (Fran), Aaron (Melissa), Sarah (Tim) Farrer and Michael Paquette. Step-Grandpa of Tanya (Graham) Cobb and Eric (Eva) Wasylenko, Kaylee (Harrison) Piper, Jaycee (Corey)Waters and Candace (Adam) deBoer. Wally was the proud Great-Grandpa of Joshua, Scarlett, Ocean, Elijah, Isaiah, Greyson, Charlee, and Oaklyn. Step Great-Grandpa Of Elliot, Delilah, Freya and Imogen. He was the son of the late Earl and Susanne Lake. Predeceased by his siblings Mark, Leonard, Elmer, Irene, Clara, Beatrice, Agnes and Margeritte.
Dad was known to many as the “Chief”. He was a hard worker first in Ottawa working 13 years for the CPR, then in Windsor where he was a retiree Of Chrysler’s after 30 years. He was a man of faith and a long time parishioner and Usher of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. He was an Honourary Brother Knight of Bishop John T. Kidd Council 4924. Dad’s love of music knew no bounds. He loved nothing more than to play his guitar and sing, especially bluegrass, ANYWHERE!!
Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life Mass will be celebrated in Ottawa on Friday, September 23, 2022, with inurnment to follow at Notre Dame Cemetery. Online condolences and photos at jwhartfuneralhome.com
My dear Uncle we will miss you. You are the last to leave us us. Give everyone a huge hug. TILL WE MET AGAIN.
Our sincerest condolences to you and your families Gary, Carolyn and Cathy. Your Dad was the sweetest man and talented musician. Mom and Dad enjoyed many a musical night visiting in the past. Cherish the many memories that will be in your hearts forever.
My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Wally. Wally and Doris and then Wally and Linda we are amazing neighbours for many years he will be missed dearly with all with all our love to Linda and Wally‘s family love Pat & Joe
Carolyn and family, so sorry for your loss.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon them.
May the souls of all the faithful departed,
through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
~Amen~
Jesmond, Dawn, Joseph and Peter
Dear Carolyn,Tommy and family….We are so sorry for your loss.Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers…Hold on to all your great memories..❤️🙏
Rest well Uncle Wally. You will be missed.
Hugs and prayers go out to Family and friends.
Our deepest condolences to the Family we are so sad to hear about Wally sending you all hugs and our love ❤
Sincere Condolences to the family. Always remember Wally on the guitar. I’m sure there’s probably a jam session up above right now. R.I.P. Walter.
Sending love and blessings to you all! 🙏 praying for unlimited peace and comfort!!
CHIEF, we miss you dearly !!! Thanks for the wonderful memories and say Hi to my best friend. Rest peaceful and keep on pickin and a grinnin.
Thanks For being Our Friend Chief Laura and Ham
Our most sincere condolences to the family. Wally was everybody’s Uncle. We spent quite a few hours enjoying his bluegrass music and playing guitar along with him at mom’s (Marys house).
Until we meet again…to reminisce and play a few more tunes.
With Love…..Dennie and Joan Morin
Linda, Carolyn, Cathy, Gary & Families
We are consumed with sadness to learn of Wally’s passing,
The immeasurable loss of someone dear to us is never easy,
He was truly a bright light in our lives and our Family will miss him dearly.
A master of his instruments, his music had the power to make us smile,
Inspire us to dance, heal many hearts and lift many spirits.
His Life was a song and Love was his music.
How lucky was I to have been a part of his journey.
His memory will live on in the hearts of all of us.
Farewell my friend until we meet again.
May your soul be touched by a beautiful song.
Sharing in your sadness.
John & Family
My Sincere Condolences for your loss. It was so nice to have been able to spend some time recently with Wally and the family. Wally was an incredible man and musician and will be dearly missed. You were a wonderful husband,father, grandfather and great grandfather. We have many great memories and will cherish them forever. My children and grandchildren will never forget you. We Love you. Until we meet again.
My Sincere Condolences for the family. Wally was an incredible man and musician. I am very happy that we were able to spend some time with him and the family recently. He was an incredible husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He will dearly be missed. We have some wonderful memories that will be cherished. My children and grandchildren will never forget you. We Love you. Until we meet again.
My sincere condolences to the family. He will be greatly missed. Sending prayers
Dear Linda and family,
Our sincere condolences go out to you. Wally leaves so many good memories for us all to keep; he will stay in our hearts. Wishing you strength and comfort in the days ahead.
Proud to have made Wally’s acquaintance. A fine musician and a true gentleman.
You have earned your final rest. God Bless you.
My deepest Condolences to your Family. RIP Uncle Wally!!!
Saddened by the news that Wally has passed, rest in peace old friend.