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Janis Lake Obituary

LAKE Janis E. Lake, age 58, passed into the sleep of Lazarus on Tuesday, March 3, 2009, joining her mother, Elzora Lake and life companion, Marvin Spell, already at rest. Janis retired from Huntington National Bank with over 30 years of service. She is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, Walter and Lillian Lake; aunt, M.J. (Skeet) Wilson; four first cousins; several second cousins, and a growing number of third cousins. A Memorial Service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 14, 2009 at SCHOEDINGER NORTHEAST CHAPEL, 1051 E. Johnstown Rd., Gahanna, 43230, where family will receive friends from 1-2 p.m. Private interment of ashes at a later date. Please visit www.schoedinger.com to share memories or extend condolences.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Mar. 8, 2009.

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Trish Callis

March 17, 2009

Sincere sympathy on your loss. I liked and admired Janis very much.

Dee Thomas

March 14, 2009

Walter & Lillian- Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dee & Charlie Thomas

Delsie Boyd

March 14, 2009

Walter & Lillian, i had the privilege of working with Janis for many years. I am very sorry for your loss, Janis was a great lady. We shared many laughs and stories over the years. Janis' strength was awesome, I shall miss her very much. She was a bright time in my life.

Rex Quimba

March 13, 2009

Walter & Lillian
My name is Rex Quimba. I worked with Janis also for many years at the Huntington National Bank. She was a special person with so many special traits that we all adore. She will be missed by her family here at the bank.

With deepest sympathy.

Steve Spell

March 12, 2009

Walter & Lillian- Sorry to hear of your loss. I know my brother Marvin spent countless hours with her and loved her dearly. She brought many happy years to him. I take comfort that they are together again. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

CARMEN GRANT

March 10, 2009

Walter & Lillian- Praying that you and your family will find the strength and comfort during this time of loss. I also worked with Janis and I have many memories that I will always cherish.
Carmen D. Grant (Columbus, Ohio)

Sandy Chafin

March 10, 2009

Walter & Lillian,
Praying for your comfort at this time of loss and in the days ahead. I'll cherish the fond memories and experiences over the many years of working with Janis. She was indeed one of a kind and I admired her fortitude throughout her struggles over the years with her health. Please feel free to let us know if there is anything you need.
Fondly,
Sandy

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