Hannelore “Lori” Gertrud Edith Lake, 63, of Pinehurst, Idaho, passed away August 29, 2011 at Kootenai Medical Center in Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho. Lori was born July 8, 1948 in Northeim, West Germany. Lori was the daughter of Oskar and Edith (Brodovski) P˙.
Lori was raised in Germany, where she met her future husband Robin Lake, while he served in the U.S. Armed Forces. After Robin’s discharge from the military, they were married December 15, 1969 in Grafenrheinfeld, West Germany. After their marriage, they moved back to the United States settling in Idaho’s Silver Valley in June of 1970.
Lori had worked as a beautician in Germany. When she moved to the Silver Valley Lori and her husband owned and operated a company, Lake T.V., later known as Telesystems. Together they built the company from the ground up, providing cable service to parts of the Silver Valley and surrounding areas. They later sold the company in 1999.
Lori was a member of the American Lutheran Church in Kellogg, Idaho, including the Altar Guild. She loved and enjoyed her family, she was a great cook and baker. She also loved the outdoors, including picking huckleberries and getting wood.
Lori is survived by her husband Robin of the family home in Pinehurst, Idaho; her daughter Heike Lake and her significant other Skip Frazier of Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho; her sister Beate and her husband Rainer Kippenberg of Germany; her Aunt Erika Findling of Germany; and her niece Antje and her husband Philip Dittmar of Germany. Lori was preceded in death by her parents.
Cremation was held and memorial services will be held Saturday, September 3rd, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. at the American Lutheran Church in Kellogg, Idaho with Rev. Jason Bonnicksen officiating.
Shoshone Funeral Service and Crematory are entrusted with arrangements.
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Lori was so sweet and kind; I never heard a bad word from her; about anything or anybody. She cherished her family and her personal relationship with the Lord. It showed. She will be greatly missed. -- Jan Olsen
I had such admiration for Lori's strength in the face of so many medical challenges. She always had a smile and a good comment when I saw her. I will miss seeing her working in the kitchen for coffee hour and special functions. -- Susan Kerns
Heike, I saw your mom and dad on the 4th of July; it was good to see them! I enjoyed my quick visit with your mom & her update on you. I remember going up the river with you and your parents and their trailer. Your mom made dinner over the fire and it was one of the best dinners I can remember! I also remember her well kept house! She was too young! Thinking of you and your Dad; so sorry for the loss of your mom. -- Katy Curry Davis
Robin and Heike, We just heard the news and we are so very sorry for your loss. Lori was an awesome lady who touched many lives and she will be missed greatly. We pray God's comfort to heal your hurting hearts and help you learn to live without her. We love you! -- Darryl and Lyla Red
Robin and Heike, I am so sorry for your loss. We spent many years together and I have countless fond memories of Lori. Love and strength to you. -- Heather (Morgan) Johnson
Robin and Heike, I will deeply miss Lori. She touched many lives with her faith, love, courage, and kindness. I feel blessed to have known her. May God comfort you in your loss. -- Kara and Amanda Chrisman
Your midwest cousins send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. -- Pat Hamilton
Robin and Heike, We are so sorry for your loss. Lori was such a great friend and a wonderful supporter and cheerleader to me when I had my amputation. I will never forget that. I will miss seeing her and chatting with her on the occasions when we saw you out and about. Your friends, -- Pat and John Cole
Robin and family, We were so sorry to hear of your loss. I know she has been such a blessing to you. We send our love and sympathy. -- Carolyn and Larry Lystig
Robin and family, very sorry to hear of Lori's passing. May God's Peace be with you all. -- Bill McLean
Robin and Family, I was saddened to hear of Lori's passing. I can remember the good times we spent together, and feel your loss. May the Lord be with you in these dark days. Sincerely, -- Bill and Shirley Larson, The Dalles, Oregon
