Francis Drake Obituary
We announce the death of Francis Drake of Port Arthur, Texas, who passed away on July 9, 2026, at the age of 89. Francis will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Francis Drake to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Lillian Victor Drake and Lawrence Drake, Sr.; and her siblings, Charlie Drake, Clarence "Sonnyboy" Drake, Lawrence Drake, Jr., Major Willie Drake, Lillian Mack, Martha Sharp, Shirley Neal, Mary Lazard and Cora Gray.
She is survived by: her niece DeAndrea "DeDe" Drake; her daughter Taunjaerina; her son-in-law Robert Williams III; her brothers, Curley Drake of Port Arthur, Samuel Drake of Houston and Freddie Drake of Pearland; and her nieces and nephews, Cherry Drake, Terry Drake, Wren Loyd and Wreneshia Loyd. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews; her godchildren; and a host of cousins, other family members, and friends.
