Lois M. Lake Bridgeport, MI Our beautiful mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, & friend was called home on April 16, 2018. Lois was born in Flint Michigan on November 30, 1933, to the late Goldie (Preston) & James Pineau. She married Bill Lake March 6, 1954 and they lived and raised their 4 children in Bridgeport Michigan.
He preceded her in death on March 29, 1981. Lois was a go-getter, involved in many things during her life including Girl Scout leader, Den Mother, 4H leader, and lover of the outdoors & animals, especially horses. She was a long-time member of the Tri-County Horse Association and loved riding, especially with her sister and grandchildren.
A favorite was the shore-to-shore ride which she last completed when she was in her 70’s. She thoroughly enjoyed time spent with the Trail Rider’s family and those memories carried her into her later years. Lois was also a business woman, running Lake’s Horse & Pet Supply out of her home for many years.
She founded Fon-du-lac Construction in 1983 and ran that company with her son, doing many projects in mid-Michigan. She proudly served as a member of the ad-hoc committee in Lansing representing women in business. Lois was a strong Christian woman who lived her faith through her kind, caring spirit and amazing generosity with family and friends.
She saw the good in everyone and was a positive light to many, especially when they were experiencing life challenges. She resided the last few years at Union Court Assisted Living in St. Charles where she made many friends and enjoyed the activities and lifestyle. We are grateful to the staff & caregivers there who embraced her like family and made her days enjoyable.
Special thanks to Ann who showed Lois amazing love and care. Lois is survived by her sons Ross (Pam) Lake, and Rick (Pat) Lake of Denver, CO, her sister and best friend Ethel Foley, 5 grandchildren, Tracey (John) Looby, Brent (Danielle) Lake, Laura Lake, Katie Rose and Christy Stone, 10 great grandchildren, and a number of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Bill, children Roy & Renee, and a number of in-laws.
Funeral service will take place at 11:30 a.m. on April 21, 2018 at W.L. Case, 5700 Dixie Highway. Pastor Ted Doolittle will officiate with burial to follow in Pinegrove Cemetery in Bridgeport. Visitation will take place on Friday at the funeral home from 4-8 p.m. and again on Saturday from 10:30 a.m. until the time of service.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Michigan Parkinson’s Foundation or O.A.T.S. , an equine organization in Ortonville, MI that provides physical and mental therapy through interaction with horses to children and adults. To send flowers or a remembrance gift to the family of Lois Lake, please visit our Tribute Store.
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