Published in The Arizona Republic, June 2, 2009 Phoenix AZ LAKE, Raymond W., 83, Went on permanent R&R status with our Lord on May 19th comforted in the loving arms of his wife of 61 years, Patricia, and surrounded by a family of friends at Crescent Run Community, Mesa, AZ. He is survived by children, Betty Lake, Sandra Smyth, and Larry Lake of the Valley; grandson, Steven Smyth, brother-in-law, Herb Schmidt, CA. Served U.S. Army WWII. Life time member American Legion. Post Commander in Marion and Des Moines, IA. Memorial Service Monday, June 8, 9:00 a.m. Crescent Run Ballroom. Rev. Don Coble officiating. Burial services with Full Military Honor Color Guard will be at Cave Creek National Cemetery, 12:30 p.m. In Lieu of flowers, donations to Crescent Run Veterans Club appreciated. We salute you, Ray - May you finally rest in peace. Published in the East Valley Tribune on 6/3/2009 Mesa AZ LAKE, Raymond Wayne, 83 of Mesa, died May 29, 2009, in Mesa. Services 9:00 a.m., Monday at Crescent Run Club House, 8500 E. Southern Avenue, Mesa. Angels Cremation & Burial handled arrangements. 480-962-6435. Published in the East Valley Tribune on 6/7/2009 Mesa AZ LAKE, Raymond Wayne Raymond Wayne LAKE, 83, of Mesa, died May 29, 2009 in Mesa. Services: 9:00 a.m. Monday at Crescent Run, Club House, 8500 E. Southern Avenue, Mesa, 85209. Angels Cremation & Burial handled arrangements. 480-962-6435.