Brownell T. ‘Brownie’ Lake OXFORD _ Brownell T. “Brownie” Lake, 82, of Oxford and formerly of Oneonta, passed away Thursday, Feb. 7, 2013, at the New York State Veterans Home, Oxford. He was born Sept. 27, 1930, in Treadwell, the son of the late William and Flora (Brown) Lake. Brownie proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean conflict. On Oct. 12, 1968, Brownie married Louise Martindale in Otego. Louise predeceased him on Dec. 19, 1995. For over 30 years, Brownie worked for the Town of Oneonta Highway Department until his retirement in 1995. He enjoyed mowing his lawn. He took pride in having a nice lawn. Brownie also liked helping others. He was a giver and gave of his time and asked nothing in return. He also loved the time spent with Louise, helping with the various activities at the Elm Park United Methodist Church. But most of all, Brownie loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Brownie is survived by his six daughters. He was predeceased by eight brothers and sisters, and his in-laws, Margaret and Homer Martindale. [Oneonta Star, ONeonta, NY, February 9, 2013]
Brownell T. ‘Brownie’ Lake OXFORD _ Brownell T. “Brownie” Lake, 82, of Oxford and formerly of Oneonta, passed away Thursday, Feb. 7, 2013, at the New York State Veterans Home, Oxford. He was born Sept. 27, 1930, in Treadwell, the son of the late William and Flora (Brown) Lake. Brownie proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean conflict. On Oct. 12, 1968, Brownie married Louise Martindale in Otego. Louise predeceased him on Dec. 19, 1995. For over 30 years, Brownie worked for the Town of Oneonta Highway Department until his retirement in 1995. He enjoyed mowing his lawn. He took pride in having a nice lawn. Brownie also liked helping others. He was a giver and gave of his time and asked nothing in return. He also loved the time spent with Louise, helping with the various activities at the Elm Park United Methodist Church. But most of all, Brownie loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Brownie is survived by his six daughters. He was predeceased by eight brothers and sisters, and his in-laws, Margaret and Homer Martindale. [Oneonta Star, ONeonta, NY, February 9, 2013]
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