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Kaye Lake Obituary
Kaye R. Lake
Resident of (Willow Glen)
San Jose
Entered into rest November 11, 2010. Adored daughter of Penny Lake. Beloved sister of Louise Atkins and sister-in-law of Robert Atkins. Loving Aunt of Rochelle and Joel and great aunt of Terral and little Joel. A native of San Jose, age 54 years.
A gifted pianist, she gave much of her time to playing at churches. Kaye was active for children's causes and helpful in raising children.
Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Wednesday, November 17, 2010 at 10:30 A.M. at WILLOW GLEN BAPTIST CHURCH, 1292 Minnesota Ave. (at Hicks Ave.), San Jose. Donations appreciated to any church active in Missionary work. LIMA-CAMPAGNA-ALAMEDA MISSION CHAPEL serving the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kaye Lake
Mike Halloran
November 8, 2020
My Dear Sweet Friend, Kaye,
It's so hard to believe that ten years have passed since I sang at your funeral. I miss your friendship and laughter. We made some great music over the decades, didn't we? I look forward to that time when we can again. You will always be a part of me.
Mike Halloran
Lori Berti
October 9, 2011
I just found out about Kaye's passing and just wanted to say that she was a wonderful childhood friend. We would ride her tandem bike all over the neighborhood together, play on the swingset in her back yard and just had great fun! I have wonderful memories of Kaye growing up together in Willow Glen. I will miss you but forever hold my fun memories of you. Love Lori
Daniel Steenfott
December 13, 2010
I can't remember a time I didn't know kaye. She was always was a good friend. She will be truly missed.
Bethany Lane
November 27, 2010
I remember helping Kaye with a science project and some other things when she was in grade school and I was in early high school. We went to church together at Willow Glen Baptist. My dad wS on staff there. I remember wishing I were her older sister. I really liked her very much and enjoyed those times. I am sorry to hear she has left this life. Bethany Endsley Ray Lane
Mona/James Summers
November 22, 2010
Rest in peace wonderful lady.
Debbie Iannarelli
November 19, 2010
Such a shining light to all the lives you touched. May you rest in eternal sleep.
Bren Breithaupt
November 18, 2010
Kaye was a genuinely nice person. I was one of her high school friends and one of the choir people. Some of the funniest things I remember about Kaye were her interactions with Mrs. Di'Bari. If she made a rare boo-boo at the piano, she would just smile and giggle, as if to say, "Did I do that?" Oddly enough, I remember one day people were "pinky wrestling" with our little fingers. I don't remember why, but I do remember pinky wrestling with Kaye, and she nearly ripped my finger off, since her little finger was so strong from piano playing.
When I started with the choir in High School, I wasn't a Christian. But, Kaye and others in the choir were instrumental in changing my life, and I have been a Christian for 37 years.
You lived a good life, Kaye. Thank you for making a difference in my life. I hope to see you again one day in Heaven and remember old times.
Bren Breithaupt
David Levine
November 18, 2010
The Dutch have a saying; make many friends when you are young. Now I understand why, but you were the last person I could think of to drive the point home. I am happy to know that we were friends. Somehow you knew that even though I am physically far away, that you are always in my thoughts, that I would alert all those that have known and loved you these last almost 40 years since we met, and that they would try to be with you during your struggle.
Now I have to say goodbye, and I really don't know how. This was not meant to be. It should have been the other way around 40 – 50 years from now. Living where I live in the world teaches a person the harshness of life's reality, and the need to raise your head, wipe away the tears and somehow find the strength and courage to carry on.
So now I can only save and savior those memories of us growing up together, good food, good movies, good music, good laughs and most of all - good times. It seems that G-d wants the good ones close to him, and that is the only reason that I can think of that He has taken you away from us.
So the time has come to raise my head, wipe away the tears and somehow find the strength and courage to carry on.
May G-d bless you and keep you.
May G-d's light shine upon you and be gracious unto you.
May you feel G-d's presence within you always, and may you find peace.
This is the Priestly Benediction, and we say it twice on the Sabbath and Holy Days. I hope that you find comfort in its words. I will try to find comfort in my memories, and wish with all my heart that you have found peace.
Your friend, always,
~David Levine
in Israel
Lisa (Alfaro) Ratajczak
November 17, 2010
Our condolences to Kaye's family. My memories of Kaye : we were graced to sing as she played the piano both in choir & for the spring musical at Willow Glen H.S.
I remember her as a lovely kind young lady! May she rest in peace.
Diane Steinle
November 17, 2010
She was so talented and beautiful. My blessings to her family.
joanna borrego velez
November 16, 2010
so sorry to hear of kayes passing, it was only a month ago i ran into her and she was as sweet as ever. my mother Diana Paradiso knew both Penny and Kaye very well. i am praying for the family at this time, may God confort you all. God Bless
Sue Oxford Solomon
November 16, 2010
I was shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Kaye's passing last week. We were both part of the same music/drama group at Markham and Willow Glen High - and shared many, many friends. I feel so lucky to have been able to spend some time with her a few weeks ago when some of the group got together at a local restaurant for the evening. My deep condolences and prayers go out to her dear family for this tragic loss.
Mike Halloran
November 16, 2010
She was a dear friend to me. The world is sadder for our loss.
Becky Hughes Barker
November 16, 2010
I'm so sorry for your loss...Kaye will be missed...I went to school with her at Willow Glen High...May you find peace in your memories...
November 16, 2010
Dear Penny, Our common bond was our father. Tim and I share your sorrow and sadly we did not have the opportunity to know her better. I'm thankful she knew the Lord. Sharon amd Tim
Janice Mazzurco-Jorgenson
November 16, 2010
I was so shocked to hear of Kaye's passing. She had a great heart and always was so sweet. I went to kindergarten with her and then we met again in high school. Our paths crossed later in life many times at Barbara's office and she was just a lovely person. I will miss her smiles and warm greetings. My prayers and condolences are with her dear family and friends at this time. - Love, Janice Mazzurco-Jorgenson
November 15, 2010
Penny - So sorry to hear of Kaye's homegoing. We have many fond memories of her and your family. May God comfort and sustain you through this difficult time. Our prayers are with you. Ron and Lois Bolt
November 15, 2010
I remenber Kaye from coming into my shop fore oil changes and tires she will be missed ! God bless her AND HER FAMILY ! LOVE GARY MITCHELL !
William Harang
November 15, 2010
I remember Kaye from the days I attended Willow Glen High School and Markham Jr. High School many years ago. I'm sorry to read about Kaye recently passing away. I send my condolences to her family.
Chuck Austin
November 15, 2010
Penny and Louise,
We were shocked to hear of Kaye's going Home to be with Jesus ... but we're so glad she's in His loving arms! Know we are praying for you both!
Love, Pastor Chuck and Janice Austin
November 14, 2010
November 14, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. We have fond memories of "KayeKaye", growing up in the same neighborhood and going to school with her.
With Sincere Sympathy,
Fred and Andy Schorr
Janis Shank
November 14, 2010
Dear Ms. Lake, Kaye is warmly remembered by everyone who knew her in school. She was such a sweet person. This is a terrible loss.
Janis Shank
Rose Hansen
November 14, 2010
Dear Penny,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. She was a wonderful lady and she will be greatly missed. May all her memories warm you as you go through this sad time.
November 14, 2010
She was the most giving, caring, and loving person we have had the pleasure of knowing and her sweet smile and giant heart will be greatly missed. I will really miss her phone calls more than anything. May she sleep in peace. Our deepest sympathy to her family. Skip & Pat Nice, Grants Pass, OR
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