It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Donald Earl Drake in Hastings, Michigan, born in Battle Creek, Michigan, who passed away on February 22, 2024, at the age of 98, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Donald Earl Drake to show support.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Howard Drakes and Helen Drakes; his wife Shirley; his son Thomas Drake; and his sisters, Beverly Drake and Bonnie Jean Pierce.

He is survived by : his daughter Debora Drake; his daughter-in-law Patricia Drake; his grandchildren, Dana Drake and Bryce Drake; his great grandchildren, Charlotte Drake and Myles Drake; his nieces, Brenda Cole (Ken), Sally Dietel (Bruce) and Patty White; and his nephew John Pierce.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Girrbach Funeral Home

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February 26, 2024

John Connor wrote a sympathy message

“We are deeply saddened by hearing of Dons' Passing. He was such a pleasant man with a great sense of humor and we always enjoyed seeing him. He will be missed by all that knew him and we wish Gods' speed in easing the pain of his loss to his family and all of us. Sincerely John & Peggy Connor”