Early C. Drane Jr.

February 20, 1950 - September 7, 2023 (73 years old)

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Early C. Drane Jr.

February 20, 1950 - September 7, 2023 (73 years old)

Memphis, Tennessee

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We are sad to announce that on September 7, 2023 we had to say goodbye to Early C. Drane Jr. (Memphis, Tennessee). Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Early C. Drane Jr. to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Early C. Drane and Jannie Mae Drane; and his siblings, Melvin L. Drane, Sr. (Mary), Janice M. Drane and Doris Drane.

He is survived by: his close friend Ella J. Drane; his daughters, DaShena R. Watts (William) and LaSaundra D. Eafen; his grandchildren, Kristen E. Watts, Camryn A. Eafen and William J. Watts, IV; his pet Rocko Watts; his siblings, James H. Drane (Lorraine), Ilene D. Williamson (Dan) and De'Leice R. Drane; his mother-in-law Fredda B. Tucker; his siblings-in-law, Jimmie L. Tucker (Rosemerry), Hugh P. Tucker (Terry) and Patricia L. Tucker; his aunt Otha Burgess; and his uncle Shirley Drane. He is also survived by nephews, nieces, great-nieces, great-nephews, and host of other relatives, friends.

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September 20, 2023

Mary Weatherspoon wrote a sympathy message

“To the entire Drane Family, I extend my sincere condolences to each of you. To Ella who was my class mate of Hamilton High 1970 Graduate. Also to the Tucker side of the extended family, condolences to you all as well. May God give each of you comfort in your time of bereavement. I am sure Early will be missed dearly. To each of you try to keep the fun and happy memories that you all shared with him in your hearts. Love to you all. Mary Weatherspoon”

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Sep 22

Visitation

Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church
1482 Pillow St, Memphis, TN 38106

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Sep 23

Lying in state

229 S Danny Thomas Blvd, Memphis, TN 38126

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Sep 23

Funeral service

229 S Danny Thomas Blvd, Memphis, TN 38126

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