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Colebrook Twp. – Basel R. Lake, age 83, passed away at his home on Thursday, October 16, 2025. He was born on February 26, 1942 in Meadowbrook, WV the son of Basel Odis and Ona Marie (Tomes) Lake. Basel was employed by CW Transport as a truck driver. He enjoyed playing softball and snowmobile riding. He is survived by his children Cheryl (Kevin) Gibson and Alan (Laura) Lake, grandson Mitchell Lake, and his dog Buffy. Preceded in death by his parents Basel Odis and Ona Marie Lake, and former wife Janice Lake.
A funeral service officiated by Rev. Matthew Doerle will be held at the Paine Funeral Home, Inc., 140 E. Main Street, Orwell, OH 44076, on Friday, October 24, 2025 at 12:00 p.m., burial will follow at Colebrook North Cemetery. Visitation will take place prior to the funeral from 11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Ashtabula County Animal Protective League, 5970 Green Road, Ashtabula, OH 44004. Condolences are available at painefuneralhome.com
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Ashtabula Co. Animal Protective League
5970 Green Road, Ashtabula OH 44004