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BORN
1934
DIED
2019
Claudette LAKE Obituary
A fairy-tale love story began in Iserlohn Germany on July 1, 1960, where Claudette was visiting her sister and Gene was serving in the Canadian Army. She was a fashionable young Québécoise, he was a Cavalry Officer from Newfoundland. It was love at first sight.
Claudette and Gene were married in Fredericton, New Brunswick on August 21, 1964. With Stephanie and Scott in tow, they enjoyed the nomadic life of an army family. No matter where in the world the house happened to be, Claudette made it their home.
In 1992, Claudette and Gene settled on Ten Mile Point, in Victoria, B.C. Over the years since then, Claudette welcomed five loving grandchildren. To them, she was "Mamama", or "Coco". Her love and kindness animated every family dinner, special trip or evening walk.
In addition to her grandchildren, Claudette will be remembered forever by Gene, Stephanie and Richard, and Scott and Jessica. The entire family is grateful for the care Claudette received from the caregivers who came to her home, and to the staff at Victoria General Hospital.
A service will be held at L'église St. Jean Baptiste in Victoria at noon on Saturday, March 9. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Alzheimer Society of Canada.
Memories and Condolences
for Claudette LAKE
9 Entries
Mervyn and Connie Lougher-Goodey
March 11, 2019
Our sincere condolences Gene on your loss.
Skip Triplett
March 11, 2019
My prayers are with you, Gene. Hope to see you at RUSI.
Kent Foster
March 9, 2019
Saddened by the news of Claudette's passing and thinking of you and your family. May she rest in peace.
Tom and Fae Burnie
March 9, 2019
Gene,
Fae and I just learned today of Clo's passing. Out hearts go out to you, Stephanie and Scott knowing that Clo provided all with love and stability over many years. While life's reality will be difficult in the short term, it will brighten with her memory.
March 8, 2019
Both Barbara and I were devastated to learn of Clo's passing. Our very sincere sympathies on your loss. nfortunately we will be unable to attend her ceremony. Letter follows.
Scott Usborne
March 8, 2019
Gene, on behalf of the Royal United Services Institute, condolences on the passing of your beloved wife, Claudette. May the warm memories of your life together provide some comfort to you and your family at this difficult time. All the best and take care.
Josie Harrigan
March 8, 2019
Dear Gene, Sorry to hear of Coco's passing. She was a beautiful woman inside and out. I enjoyed having in my Osteofit class and she was loved by the class members who always looked out for her.
March 7, 2019
What a beautiful life she led, and what a special family she has. Our deepest sympathy. Peter & family.
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