Walter Lage Obituary
62, Louisville, KY
He fought his battle with cancer quietly, bravely and with dignity and died on August 6, 2017.
Walter had a long career in the Fire Service, spanning over 40 years. Walter began his career as a member of the St. Matthews Fire Department. He went on to join the Louisville Fire Department where he progressed through the ranks to the Executive Assistant Chief. He also served a stint as acting Louisville Fire Chief. After retiring from Louisville, Walter served as the Executive Director of the Kentucky Fire Commission and then served a long tenure as Fire Chief for the City of Anchorage, KY.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Aida Lage, wife Susie Spies Lage, sister, Lydia Lage Hunter and brother, Matthew Lage.
Survived by his wife, Lyn Briggs Lage, children, Dennis (Amy) Lage, Leah (Brian) Royse and Bennett Merrill. Loving grandfather to Rolen and Addison Royse and Harper and Hadley Lage.
Walter is also survived by his siblings, Robert Lage, Ken (Nancy) Lage, Mary (Glenn) Grizzle, Karin Lage, Jim (Nina) Lage, Anita (Robert) Reh, Bill (Karen) Lage, Mark (Renee) Lage and sister in law, Jenny Lage. Walter considered himself blessed to be a member of the Lage, Gimmel, and Briggs families and will be missed by his many nieces and nephews who he cared for deeply.
Visitation and funeral service will be at Arch L. Heady at Resthaven. Visitation is 4:00-8:00 on Wednesday, August 9 and 1:00-8:00 on Thursday, August 10. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 am on Friday August 11. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to a charity close to your heart.
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david reed
August 15, 2017
I worked with Walter during his years in the fire service, always calm collected and knowledgeable in his job and open to suggestions from all agencies, a good man gone too soon! Our prayers are with his family!
James "Lee" and Jerri Durham
August 9, 2017
Lyn, We did not get to know your Walter but he must have been an incredible man. You have shown such love and joy to have shared your life with Walter. We will pray for your peace and comfort in the days and months ahead. Love to you
Billy Cooper
August 8, 2017
From old engine 7 thru the snorkel house, any time spent with Walter went by fast and was always entertaining, life will always be a mystery filled with unexpected pleasure. Walter filled a special position along with other good men that will always hold a place in my heart. Rest In Peace friend. BWC
Billy Cooper
August 8, 2017
From old engine 7 thru the snorkel house, any time spent with Walter went by fast and was always entertaining, life will always be a mystery filled with unexpected pleasure. Walter filled a special place along with other good men that will always hold a place in my heart. Rest In Peace friend. BWC
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August 8, 2017
That picture captures our Wally! What a life he leaves behind...We will miss him but know he will be with us always! Love to my sweet friend, Lyn and all of Wally's family and friends! Lisa
August 8, 2017
I saw Walter numerous times at the HERA meetings. He always seemed to be of good spirit. I fought cancer too and know that it is a tough battle. Only God knows why some beat cancer and others succumb to it, but we lost a good person and a fighter in Walter. May God bless Walter's family. My prayers are with you!
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Sedonia Williams
August 8, 2017
My thoughts and prayers for the entire Lage family. What a brave and special person Walt was. He fought so bravely and is at peace now. God bless you all. Sedonia (Donna) Williams
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