Dean L. Lake, 84, passed away November 15, 2024. He was the husband of the late Dee A. (McCoy) Lake with whom he shared 65 years of marriage with. Born on February 29, 1940 in York, Pa, he was the son of the late James Matthews and Mary V. Lake.
Dean worked at Certain Teed for 30 years and was the owner of Deals on Wheels. Dean loved sitting on the front porch with family, eating crabs and watching the wildlife around him. He enjoyed going home in the evenings and spending time with his cat, Miss Kitty and reading his bible. Dean was loving, kind and a giving person, he never turned anyone away. He always seemed to find humor in every situation. He will truly be missed.
Dean leaves to cherish his memory son, Dean Lake and wife Linda of Red Lion; daughter, Robin Thomas of Red Lion; daughter in law, Sheila Lake of York; sister in law, Holley Danley; grandchildren, Trisha, Dena, Dean, Matthew, Brystal, Michael, Dean and Ashley; and 13 great grandchildren. Dean was preceded in death by son, Michael Lake; son in law, David Thomas; special sister in law, Jayne Powers and brother in laws, Charlie and Steve. Dean was the last of 14 siblings, 6 boys and 7 girls. Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made in Dean's memory to St. Jude's Children's Hospital or the Shriners Children's Hospital. Dean told his family to tell everyone he loved them. Gladfelter Funeral Home, Inc is entrusted with the arrangements.