Lake, Michael
Lake, Michael Douglas
October 1, 1971 - July 14, 2025Passed away suddenly at Milton District Hospital on July 14th at the age of 53 years.
Born in Guelph on Oct. 1, 1971. Michael is survived by his loving partner of 31 years Jon Ruhnke.
The youngest son of Mary Frances Murray and Frank Lake (both deceased), Michael is remembered by his sister Anne-Marie (Peter), brothers James, Murray (Erith), Greg (Terri), brother-in-laws and their families Mark (Michael), Kent (Barb), Brad (Leslie), Craig (deceased) (Nancy). Nieces and nephews: Matthew (Shelby), Megan (Jeremy), Jacob (deceased), Rachel (Tim), Leslie (Brandon), Emma (Devin), Mitchell, Josh.
Michael was interested in everything and everyone. Serving others was his main joy in life. He only had kind thoughts to express about others and cared sincerely about issues in the world. Michael spoke 3 languages beautifully and sang like an angel. With a degree in chemistry and a talent for technology, he worked as a senior manager at Bayshore Pharmaceuticals. In his private time, he cherished singing with the Orpheus Choir of Toronto and attending operas, ballets and concerts with friends and family.
Special thanks to Credit Valley Hospital Cancer Centre and Milton District Hospital.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated by the family.
“Your legacy lives in the lives you touched.” Michael has left a tremendous legacy.
