Janet Belak Lake Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Janet Belak Lake of Schenectady, New York, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on August 24, 2025 at the age of 89. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Gaetano Bacchi and Philomena Bacchi (Cashera); her husbands, Woodrow "Woody" Lake, Jay Belak and Earl DeCrosta; her siblings, Louis Bacchi, Mary Visco, Edward Bacchi and Doris Latorra; and her stepdaughter Linda Lake.
She is survived by: her children, Lawrence Belak (Erin), Linda Christopher (Mark, Sr.) and Keith Belak (Susan); and her stepchildren, Kelly Olson (Rich) and Stormy Lake (Karmar). She is also survived by 17 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Memorial contributions may be made in Janet's memory to St. Anthony's Church or St. Jude's Children's Hospital at stjude.org.
