Arkansas Gazette; Littlerock AR; 2007-2-3

WYNNE - Sarah Jeanette Lake died peacefully on February 1, 2007, in
Wynne. She was born in Memphis, Tennessee, on July 1, 1927, to Robert
M. Lake and Eda Cunningham Lake. She had lived in Parkin, Arkansas,
her entire life. She was a 1945 graduate of Parkin High School. She
then attended the Carlson School in Pompano Beach, Florida, for two
years. Through the years, she always enjoyed renewing friendships at
the Parkin High School Class reunions. She had been a charter member
of the Parkin Hi Hoe Garden Club and was a current member of the Parkin
Garden Club. She especially liked growing flowers and arranging them in
floral designs. In 1990, she was honored by the Parkin Garden Club with a
commendation for her long time service as a member. She was a dedicated
member of the Parkin United Methodist Church. Before her illness, she
faithfully attended Sunday School and Worship Services. She had been a
member of the United Methodist Women.  She was a founding member of the
Parkin Archeological Support Team (PAST) of the Parkin Archeological
State Park. One of her favorite hobbies was playing bridge and had
belonged to several clubs. She enjoyed traveling, participating in
community activities and being with her family and friends.  She was
preceded in death by her parents, and a brother-in-law, Simon "Bill"
Slabaugh. She is survived by a sister, Eda Claire Slabaugh of Parkin,
Arkansas; a niece, Renee Clark and husband Jackie of Wynne; a niece,
Rachele Shea and husband Greg of Horseshoe Lake, Arkansas; greatnephew,
Martin Shea; and two greatnieces, Kallyn Shea and Claire Clark.
Her devout faith, strong determination, positive attitude and ready smile
made her an inspiration in her church, community and with her family and
friends. Services will be held at Parkin First United Methodist Church at
10 a.m. Saturday, February 3, 2007, with Rev. Charolette Staggs and Rev.
Tony Hill officiating. Visitation will be held at Kernodle Funeral
Home, Friday, February 2, 2007, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m.  The family
request memorials be made to the Parkin First United Methodist Church,
P.O. Box 291, Parkin, Arkansas 72373.  Kernodle Funeral Home in charge
of arrangements.