Melvin Robert Drake Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on November 2, 2025, at the age of 89, Melvin Robert Drake of Roebuck, South Carolina, born in Montclair, New Jersey passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Melvin Harold and Gladys Drake; and his sister Evelyn of West Orange, NJ.. He is survived by: his wife Gail Drake of Roebuck, SC; his children, Stephen Drake (Arlene) of Wharton, NJ, Cheryl Toppeta-Carrozzino (Lou) of Roebuck, SC, Christopher Drake of Mount Pocono, PA and Glen Drake of Blairstown, NJ; his grandchildren, Christina, Andrew, Timothy, Dana, Gregory and Kristen; and his great grandchildren, Ryleigh, Kaiden, Emalynn, Asher, Shaylee, Riverly Mae, McKenzie, Madelyn, Hudson and Emerson.

In lieu of flowers and for Bob's love for animals, please help us celebrate his life with a memorial gift to the ASPCA.