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Judith Gail Drake

1943 - 2014

Judith Gail Drake obituary, 1943-2014, Ventura, CA

BORN

1943

DIED

2014

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CLOSED-Ted Mayr Funeral Home

3150 Loma Vista Road

Ventura, California

Judith Drake Obituary

On Saturday, March 15, 2014 God embraced Judith Gail Drake, and carried her into His Kingdom.

After 70 years of following Jesus, bringing his light to all those around her, through her bright personality and extensive expression of creativity, she has gone home to be with her Heavenly Family. We are joyful to know she is now with her father, mother, brother Gary and all those whom she loved that passed before her.

Born to John and Ethel Feyma in Ventura, CA on May 28, 1943, she now watches over husband, Larry Drake; children, John (Debbie) Drake, Tracy (Dan) Hinton; sister, Shellie (Floyd) Weber; sister-in-law, Patty (John) Patterson; grandchildren, Heather (Sue) Drake, Danielle (Drew) Delaney, Jacob, Hannah, Beth, and John Hinton. Not to mention great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, and her loving Drake family.

Judi was known for her amazing creativity and intelligence. She was a beautiful woman who loved life and was willing to tackle any task or adventure. To see her on the floor of the roller skating rink was a beautiful sight. Judi showed amazing grace and skill. Everything she did, she did with style! Her current passion was discovering her Dutch ancestry and quilting. She and her sister Shellie spent many hours making quilts for themselves, their family and charity. Judi and Larry loved to travel. Lately their favorite mode of travel was cruising, but they enjoyed many years of motor homing. Their travels blessed them with many friends.

Judi faced many health issues but she never let that limit or define who she was. She loved life, and fought hard to live every moment. But the time came that her body could no longer sustain that blessed soul. She leaves the love of Jesus behind her.

Friends may visit from 2-6 p.m., Monday, March 24, 2014 at Ted Mayr Funeral Home, 3150 Loma Vista Road, Ventura. A Celebration of Judi's Life will be held on Tuesday, March 25, 2014 10 a.m., at South Coast Fellowship Church, 4050 Market Street, Ventura. Burial will follow at Ivy Lawn Memorial Park, 5400 Valentine Road, Ventura. The family plans on making a memory book of Judi's life and would love written testimony of how she touched your life. A basket will be present at her service for your cards and letters. Arrangements are under the direction of the Ted Mayr Funeral Home. Condolences may be left at TedMayrFuneralHome.com


Published by Ventura County Star from Mar. 21 to Mar. 24, 2014.
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March 27, 2014

Larry and Family
Judy was a trooper and a positive example for everyone. She will be deeply missed. Our prayers are with you all.

Pastor Jim & Hope Deck

March 25, 2014

Larry & Judi:
You were such a beautiful couple. The love you shared was so obvious for all to see. God has blessed you both and may He continue to be with you Larry through this difficult time.

Dennis & Maree LaChaine

March 25, 2014

Shellie, I'm so sorry for your loss, I know you will miss your sister but you will see her again. My prayers go out to you and your family at this time. I will keep you in my prayers. God Bless.

Mickey Moodhard

March 25, 2014

Larry & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Judy. I have some wonderful memories of all the years you, Judy and your mom and children skated at Skating Plus. All the fun lessons, Gold Skate routines, etc. She will be truly missed.
God Bless,
Pam Grenier

March 23, 2014

Dear Larry and the Entire Family,
Our hearts ache for your loss, and we are grieving with you. I know you are allowing the Holy Spirit to give you His Peace, and HE will continue to carry you through this long difficult journey. We are here for you.
With His Love and Ours,

WAYNE & ANN MICHAEL

March 23, 2014

We both remember Judi in high school as a classy and very nice girl. We are deeply sorry, Larry and family, for your loss.

Dick & Gail Nye

March 22, 2014

Larry
Sorry to hear about your loss.
Martin Campbrll

March 22, 2014

Larry and family. I'm so sorry to hear of Judi's passing. I never knew her well, but really enjoyed talking to her at our class birthday bash. I'll keep you in my prayers.

Terri Bondy

March 22, 2014

Larry,

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking about you.

Frank Norton

March 22, 2014

Larry & Family,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Judi was a very special person.
Sandy & Jon Allen

Sandra Allen

March 22, 2014

Am so sorry for your family's loss--but am also very glad for God's newest family member. He will definitely help comfort your hearts during this difficult time.

Patti Douglas

March 22, 2014

We are praying for your peace and comfort.
With deepest sympathy.

Roger,Donna and Todd Davis

March 22, 2014

Knowing Judi since grammar school it saddens me to see her passing. In life you don't often run into really good people. Both Judi and Larry have been special quality people to me, and I enjoyed the interaction these past few years. I know God has welcomed Judi with open arms.

Ed Lupton

March 22, 2014

Larry I am so sorry to hear of Judy's passing. She was always so positive even with all her discomforts. She was a beautiful lady and you had such a wonderful life together. God Bless You and your Family as you live through your grief. I'm here for you if I can help in any way.

Your Friend. Penny Kunz Eskew

Penny Eskew

March 21, 2014

Larry and family; I am so sorry to hear about Judi's passing. I was so enjoying getting to know you both again. She was a special lady and I am so glad you got to go on the cruise after the 70 birthday bash. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Gail Horne Munro

March 21, 2014

Larry my thoughts and prayers to you and the family.

March 21, 2014

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