Lawrence Wilbur Rake, age 92, passed away August 30, 2017 following a brief illness. A native of Lorain, Ohio, he was born to the late Wilbur and Ruth Rake. After serving in the U.S. Navy, he met and married his wife of 58 years, Josephine (nee Chino). A 40 year retired employee of U.S. Steel, he enjoyed a good game of golf, music, classic movies and his evening martini. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son and daughter in law, Donald and Karen Rake. Private family services. Arrangements entrusted to the WALTER A. FREY FUNERAL HOME, Lorain.