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Celebrating the life of
Derek Allen Drake
January 18, 1981 - September 13, 2022
Derek Allen Drake, 41, died Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at St. Joseph’s Hospital after a short illness.
The Las Vegas, NV native was born on January 18, 1981 to the late Wayne Edward Drake and Jackie Thornton Drake.
In addition to his mother, Derek is survived by an aunt, Margaret Congdon (Gary); and three uncles, Jimmy Thornton, Larry Thornton of Las Vegas and Richard Thornton (Cara) of Lodi, CA.
Derek will be deeply missed by so many. His friends celebrated his life on September 17, 2022 at the Dew Drop Inn.
A candle has been lit!
- Jackie , Savannah, GA
Rest in paradise, Derek. I am so sorry we were never able to reconnect.
- Leigh Gaffney, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Celebration of Life
- on Sat, September 17, 2022
- Dew Drop Inn
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11432 Abercorn Sreet (map)
SAVANNAH GA 31406