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Sandra Lake Obituary
Sandra (Sandi) Louise Lake and Charles (Charlie) Jacob Lake, husband and wife, died within 35 days of each other. Charles Jacob Lake passed away, at his home in Ojai, California, on October 17, 2010, resulting from colon and liver cancer. Sandra Louise Lake passed away, after a four month stay at Ronald Reagan Cancer Center, in Westwood, California, of leukemia.
Sandra Louise Lake was born on January 8, 1954 in Salisbury, North Carolina, the daughter of Donald and Dolores Whitacre. Charles Jacob Lake was born on December 11, 1951 in Ventura, California, the son of the late Charles Asa and Madge Lake. Sandra graduated from Ventura Community College and worked for Blue Cross of California as a Registered Nurse, while Charles graduated from California Polytechnic State University and worked for the Navy as an electrical and civil engineer until his retirement in 2006.
Sandra and Charles are survived by their sons Charles Benjamin Lake of Las Vegas, Nevada, and Jonathan Loren Lake of Ojai, California. Sandra is also survived by her mother Dolores Whitacre of Ojai, California and her brother Donald Paul Whitacre III of Long Beach California. Charles is survived by his brother Donald Ray Lake of Ventura, California.
A memorial service is planned for 1:30 pm on December 11, 2010 at the Ventura Vineyard Church, located at 1956 Palma Drive in Ventura, California.
Memorial contributions, in the name of Charles and Sandra Lake, to be made in lieu of flowers to the American Cancer Society, 2186 Knoll Drive # A, Ventura, CA 93003-7378. Arrangements are under the direction of the Ted Mayr Funeral Home, 3150 Loma Vista Road, Ventura, California. Condolences may be left at www.tedmayrfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Sandra Lake
December 11, 2010
Dear Lake Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of grief. We knew Charlie and and Sandi as two wonderful people- as a friend as well as to work with.
Charlie was my best mentor as I started my first job and I wouldn't be where I am now if not for what I have learned from him. We hold him dear to our hearts as being also our sponsor during our wedding and our kids referred to him as our "Uncle Charlie". He was a good friend. Sandi was a good inspiration to my wife. She has helped her adjust to life at Bluecross/Wellpoint, always available for her. She had the qualities of a good nurse- compassionate, and kind hearted. She showed her strength even during her illness. Though heaven now rejoices in having two wonderful people, we hold fond memories of them and pray that Our Lord bring you comfort knowing that youv'e been so blessed having them in you lives.
Our prayers are with you Ben and Jon as well as all in the family.
We miss you Charlie and Sandi.
Lito, Glenda, Elzya and Anthony Baltazar
Nancy Wharfield
December 11, 2010
To the Lake family,
The high point of my WellPoint work day was when Sandi would call to present her cases. I appreciated her medical acumen, her intellectual honesty, her organizational skill, and her work ethic. But I loved her balance, her insight, and her humor. It was an honor to work with someone I respected so much and learned so much from.
Susan Hulett
December 5, 2010
Dear Lake Family,
Like so many of the others who have left messages, I worked with Sandi at Wellpoint. She was a joy and delight to work with and always maintained that often-mentioned sense of humor even during some very challenging times. It is evident from the messages that you have many wonderful memories as a family and I know those memories will bring you comfort in the days, months and years ahead.
Bill Long
December 4, 2010
Dear Ben and Jon:
We will remember each of you in our thoughts and prayers in the hard days ahead. Your mom and dad were real treasures. I will never forget the coaching times with your dad. They were kind, loving gracious people, and have left a wonderful, lasting legacy.
You are very special to us. May you be as proud of them as they were of you.
Ramona Ellison
December 2, 2010
Dearest Ben and Jon,
So many happy memories of your family from AYSO days through the mighty Wildcat years... My heart just breaks with yours as I remember your mom and dad and the special place they'll always have in our lives. They're irreplaceable and loved by so many of us out here.
They were SO incredibly proud of both of you!!
Truly remembering you often in prayer as the Lord brings you to mind during this difficult season of change in your lives.
We love you guys...
Ramona and the Ellison men
Tara Kadium
December 2, 2010
Dear Lake Family,
Sandi was my first boss, 12 yrs ago at Blue Cross. She was very kind,supportive,fair, and had a marvelous sense of humor. I always heard great things about Charlie and wish I could have met him. My heart goes out to you all in your double loss this time of year. Surely they are lighting up smiles together on the other side, and receiving your love.
Lynn Pugh
December 1, 2010
Dear Lake Family - I met Sandi when she and I started our first day at Blue Cross. She was a special person; smart, sweet, a great nurse and boss, and a great friend with a wicked sense of humor. She will be truly missed. I'm sorry I never got to meet Charlie. You were blessed with wonderful parents who are now together in Heaven. My prayers are with your family.
Joanie Fort'e
December 1, 2010
To the Lake family: I knew your Mother at wellpoint for 10 years. She was a fabulous person to know and talk with, always interested in anything you had to offer professionally and personally. she was a fantastic boss, and friend.
God Bless you all
I know they are in a better place and are Joined.
Scott Dickson
December 1, 2010
Dear Lake family, many of us who knew Charlie and Sandi from Community Presbyterian in Ventura and/or softball are deeply grieved at their passing. They were friends and wonderful people, and are truly missed. Please know that I will be praying for you all. Again, my deepest condolences for your lose.
Doug Brucher
December 1, 2010
Charlie was such a special guy to work for. Always so positive, helpfull, and easy going ... one in a million. My condolences to the family ... I know he will be missed dearly.
Wolt & Connie Geesink
December 1, 2010
We remember Charlie as the best boss our daughter Peggy ever had. He and Sandy taught her so much. We will remember them always. Our condolences to all the family
Peggy Geesink
December 1, 2010
John and Ben, "I will miss your mom and dad. They were the best. I will also miss the overnights at Ojai. Take good care of your grandma." Love
November 30, 2010
sandie, im so sorry to hear you passed you were a good boss a wonderful don at acacias care center. you were fun to be around and talk with. you helped me out in so many ways and it was so appreciated,you were appreciated and much loved and respected i will miss you so much. kim bruce ojai ca
Tanikka Shephard
November 30, 2010
Sandi was the best boss I've had to date and she will be greatly missed. None can compare to you. Your families will stay in our prayers. God Bless...
Catherine Rocha
November 29, 2010
Sandi trained me when I joined the CMSP team in May. I came back to work after my husband passed away. Sandi not only shared her knowledge with me but she also supported me as I grieved the loss of my husband. She was compassionate, loving, and kind. I feel very blessed to have known her. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jennifer McFadden
November 29, 2010
It was a pleasure working with Sandi at WellPoint and I was privileged to know her. My condolences to the family, may God bless you with peace and comfort in knowing that you will be reunited again some day, as I believe families are forever. Take care.
Judy Earnest Coster
November 29, 2010
Sandy and I worked together. We would laugh and debate. Our birthdays were just 1 year and a couple of days apart in January. She will be missed by all she touched.
From Erin and David's wedding
Kathy Powell
November 24, 2010
Jon and Ben,
I only met you and your family once at Erin and David's wedding, I'm Erin's mom Kathy. I just wanted to let you know how sorry I am for the loss of your parents. David has been sharing with us the struggle your family has been going through. My prayers are with you and your family.
Peace be with you.
Kathy Powell
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