WILTON — Lloyd I. (Buddy) Lake, 88, of Wilton passed away on March 31 at his home.

He was born on July 20, 1929, to Lillian (Paul) Lake and Leon Lake. He graduated from Farmington High School and then served in the Air Force during the Korean Conflict.

On June 25, 1955, he married George Ann Moore. Together, they raised three children: Cheryl Slivinski, Douglas Lake and Randall Lake.

Buddy worked for years as a supervisor at Norwock Shoe in Jay, and then at Bass Shoe in Wilton, before retiring in 1989.

Many thanks to the wonderful people at Androscoggin Home Health and Hospice for their compassionate care.

Survivors include his wife; his three children; a son-in-law; eight grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his parents, three sisters and a brother.

Condolences may be sent for the family at www.adamsmcfarlane.com

Lloyd I. (Buddy) Lake