Gerald Ward Drake Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Gerald Ward Drake of Las Cruces, New Mexico, who passed away on April 26, 2026 at the age of 85. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gerald Ward Drake to pay them a last tribute.
In the sacred silence of farewell, Gerald is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Gerald's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ward A. Drake and Margaret L. Drake (Reed). He is survived by: his wife Marisa Drake; and his children, James Cooper (Maureen) of Albuquerque, NM, Shane Drake (Amanda) of Clovis, NM, Kristine Drake of Los Angeles, CA, Jessica Gardner of Burleson, TX and Stephanie Gilbert (Ross) of Philadelphia, PA. He is also survived by nine loving grandchildren.
A celebration of life was held on Saturday, May 9th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the Crossroads Community Church (2600 Lakeside Dr, Las Cruces, NM 88005).
