Obituary of Edward Leo Lake

Edward L. Lake, 72, of Dubuque, Iowa and formerly of Luxemburg died Monday, September 12, 2011 at Sunny Crest Manor, Dubuque, Iowa. Friends may call from 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. Thursday, September 15, 2011, at Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Luxemburg with burial in the church cemetery. Rev. Raymond Burkle will officiate. Ed was born on March 22, 1939 in Luxemburg, Iowa, the son of Edward W. and Agatha (Clemen) Lake. He lived at Sunny Crest manor for many years and throughout those years has made many friends with both the staff and residents and was loved by all. Ed always showed an interest in farming. He enjoyed watching baseball games on TV, especially his favorite team, the Chicago Cubs and some of his favorites were mashed potatoes, cherry pie and a bottle of Coke. Survivors include five sisters: Alice Mae (Ed) Schieltz, Grace Marie (Jerry) Schieltz both of Luxemburg, Joann Besler of Hopkinton, Esther Klostermann of Dyersville and Gladys (Bob) Elgin of Bankston, a sister-in-law: Wilma Lake of Dyersville, 32 beloved nieces & nephews and his family from Sunny Crest Manor. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Agatha Lake, one brother, James Lake, two brothers-in-law: William Besler and Floyd Klostermann, two nephews: Steven Besler and Joseph Lake. Thank you to all the healthcare professionals, nurses and staff at Sunny Crest Manor for the many years of care and to the staff of Hospice for their caring compassion.