William Drake Obituary
The world bids farewell to William Drake (Madison, Georgia), departing on May 17, 2026 at the age of 86. William leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Chester Drake and Jean Gonso; and his great-grandparent Bill. He is survived by: his sister Suzie Gregor; his spouse Jean Cooke; his children, Debbie Vogel (Greg Vogel), Becky Mulligan (Evans Mulligan) and Scott Drake (Susan Drake); and his grandchildren, Shane Mulligan, Danielle Vogel, Billy Drake, Jake Vogel, Shauna Thompson, Annie Vogel, Jonny Drake, Scott Mulligan and Rachel Drake.
While services will be held privately, floral tributes are welcomed with gratitude or in lieu of flowers, donations in memory of William Drake may be made in support of the PHI Cardiac Surgery and Valve Research Fund at Piedmont Healthcare. Please make checks payable to: Piedmont Healthcare Foundation, PO Box 116812, Atlanta, GA 30368-6812 or donate online at give.piedmont.org/PHCF and select the fund when given the option to designate your gift.
