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Darren Drake Obituary

Name: Visitation for Darren Drake
Start: 2017-11-04T17:00:00.000Z
End: 2017-11-04T20:00:00.000Z
Location: Boulevard Funeral Home and Cremation Service

Darren Drake

Darren S. Drake was 32 years old when he passed away suddenly Tuesday, October 31st. Born in New York City, Darren lived most of his life in New Milford where he was active in his community, formerly serving as the President of the New Milford Board of Education. Darren was a Project Manager for Moody's Analytics in New York City. He received a BA in Political Science from Rutgers University's School of Arts and Sciences as well as a MS in Management Information Systems from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Darren was currently working to earn a second master's degree at Steven's Institute of Technology. He is the loving son of Barbara (nee Wilkens) and James "Jimmy" Drake.

Darren is survived by his Uncle Robert Wilkens and his wife Helen and an Aunt Susan Wilkens. He is the cousin of Kristen and John Wilkens.

Family and friends are invited to attend visiting hours at the Boulevard Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 1151 River Road, New Milford, NJ on Saturday from 1pm-4pm. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in his memory on Monday in the Church of the Ascension at 9:30am. Interment to follow Fairview Cemetery, Fairview.

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Published by The Record/Herald News on Nov. 2, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Darren Drake

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35 Entries

November 1, 2024

Lots of love to the family on the 7 year anniversary of Darren's untimely death. We will never forget.

November 8, 2017

So sorry for your loss, the world is a lesser place without Darren.
Ken Howard Fairleigh Dickinson 1971

Mara Wolynski

November 6, 2017

Rest easy. You will never be forgotten.

Jo Ellen Shaw

November 6, 2017

And He will raise you up on eagle's wings,
Bear you on the breath of dawn,
Make you to shine like the sun,
And hold you in the palm of His Hand.

Jo Ellen Shaw

November 6, 2017

And He will raise you up on eagle's wings,
Bear you on the breath of dawn,
Make you to shine like the sun,
And hold you in the palm of His Hand.

Edward and Janet Trawinski

November 5, 2017

It was our pleasure to get to know Darren when he was friends with our daughter Carolyn while a student at Rutgers. He always had a beautiful smile and was so much fun to be around. We are so very sorry that his life was cut so short- he certainly didn't deserve it. We extend our deepest sympathies to his parents as well as to his family, friends, and loved ones. May he rest in peace. Darren, you will be sorely missed.

Valerie Cho

November 5, 2017

Path and ferry rides are not the same without you. You were inspirational and I always thought you were so special and wonderful. I am grateful for the days that I was able to spend with you. Your smiles and laughters are like sunshine. Shine on us!

Suzanne mullany

November 4, 2017

My condolences to your family. They now have an angel in heaven to look over them.

Dermot Lynch

November 4, 2017

Words do little to summarize how tragic Darren's loss is. I spent many evenings engaged in witty banter, engaging political discussion to Rutgers memories to sharing two Giants super bowl celebrations with Darren.

I've always admired Darren and welcomed his company. He had a wonderfully pleasant combination of brains and charisma. The world is a lesser place without him in it.

My lasting memory is with Darren and his father, Jimmy. Many may say it, but Jimmy and Darren were the epitome of how a father and son can share a friendship. I cannot fathom Jimmy's pain right now as I think how wonderful it would be if I have that same bond with my son as he grows.

It is with my deepest condolences to Darren's parents, family and the New Milford community with this loss.

Mara Wolynski

November 4, 2017

I didn't know you - but I wish I had. Godspeed.

Lisa Marafioti

November 4, 2017

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Drake,
I live in upstate New York and I didn't know Darren. However, just reading about him and seeing his beautiful picture I was deeply moved and want you to know that he is in my thoughts and prayers. God bless this sweet man and be proud of him....I wish I knew him....it would have been an honor.

B D

November 4, 2017

The sadness we are feeling is indescribable. I cannot imagine what you are going through. Seeing you on tv and being so humbled by your forgiving nature, now I understand why Darren was as wonderful as he was. I honestly believe God needed another angel. Your son touched all of us with his kindness and helpful nature. He made us happy. God needed that it seems. Mr and Mrs Drake please know that you had done a wonderful job as parents. I will miss him terribly. I hope he is smiling now as he always did.

Bernadette Dookharan

November 4, 2017

Dear Mr &Mrs Drake my prayers are with you and your family for the loss of your son Darren, may the Lord grant eternal rest to his soul and may he enter the lords Kingdom of Heaven with smiles on his face, may he rest in Peace.

ANNAMARIE O'NEILL

November 4, 2017

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU ON THE SENSELESS LOSS OF YOUR BELOVED SON, DARREN.

November 4, 2017

Dear Barbara and Jimmy,

Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. Darren sounded like an exceptional young man taken far too soon in a senseless act. My thoughts are with you. May he Rest In Peace.

Sharon Zeccardi

Ginny Riemann

November 4, 2017

My thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this difficult time. You will be in my prayers.

Debbie Czarnecki Brossart

November 4, 2017

Jimmy and Barbara,
I am so sorry for your loss. Words can not express the sorrow I feel for you both. I remember meeting Darren a few times while he was a young boy. Cute, happy little boy is what I remember most. The world lost a wonderful human beings but the Lord gained an angel.

Sincerely,
Debbie Czarnecki Brossart

Suzanne Lorch

November 3, 2017

Dear Mr & Mrs Drake,

Please accept my deepest condolences on your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Darren as one of my customers at Moody's. He was kind. smart, funny, and always had a smile on his face - just like you've said in your interviews. The grace and forgiveness you have demonstrated throughout this very public ordeal is humbling, and a powerful testimony to your faith. My thoughts and prayers are with you, his friends, and his co-workers.

Katie Dzamba O'Hara

November 3, 2017

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Drake,

My heart breaks for you and your family on the loss of your son. May you find comfort in knowing how many lives he touched and what a joy he brought to those who knew him. You are in my thoughts.

Kathy Psirogianes

November 3, 2017

I am a 9/11 family member I lost my brother on 9/11. We live in franklin lakes not far from you. I send my strength for you to walk this path. Ive seen my parents and my other fellow 9/11 families do it. Your beautiful son is thought of and prayed for each day. I believe in heaven and I believe they are there. We care about your famiily and are here for you. My brother was 36 and young and vibrant just like your wonderful son. Please know we are here for you. Strength and love and day by day minute by minute You will walk with this loss with courage and bravery your son is a hero like my brother. They are alive in heaven. Prayers and strength. We are here for you all of us 9/11 families.

Zaid Marji

November 3, 2017

Mr. & Mrs. Drake,

My deepest and most sincere Condolences. I had the privilege to work with Darren and I cannot think of a single time where our conversations didn't make us laugh or at least smile. In an intense office with a lot going on, Darren was a breath of fresh air. He took it all in stride and made it work no matter how hard the jobs was, with a big smile which became his signature. He touched so many people in different ways and I will always remember his smile and laughter both at the office or out having a beer after work. He will be greatly missed, may his memory be eternal.

Anita Bagnall

November 2, 2017

Dear Mr. & Mrs. Drake, although I moved to Mississippi in 2008, I grew up in Norwood NJ and was so shocked and brokenhearted to hear that your son Darren was senselessly taken from you. My deepest and heartfelt condolences go out to you and to all of your family members and to the friends of Darren. My heart and love are for you and with you. -Anita (Davies) Bagnall, Oxford MS

marie shoemaker

November 2, 2017

DEAR MR AND MRS DRAKE
I LIVE IN NEW MILFORD BUT NEVER HAD THE PLEASURE OF KNOWING DARREN. I AM HEART BROKEN. I AM TRYING TO FIND THE RIGHT WORDS TO SAY. ALL I CAN THINK OF IS GOD NEEDED ANOTHER ANGEL . PLEASE EXCEPT MY FAMILYS CONDOLENCES. SENDING PRAYERS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. REST IN PEACE WITH THE ANGELS DARREN.

MR AND MRS RONALD SHOEMAKER AND FAMILY

Geo & Sheryl Sucich

November 2, 2017

George and I are so very sorry for your huge loss. Please accept our sympathy and caring love. God bless you and comfort you. Sheryl and George Sucich

November 2, 2017

We are so very sorry for your loss.

The Lamb Family/New Milford

Trish O'Shea

November 2, 2017

So sorry for your loss. He had such a warm smile. He will be missed in New Milford.

Trish O'Shea
New Milford NJ

Gabe Arnett

November 2, 2017

I will dearly miss seeing him around the office and I am truly heartbroken for your loss. He will never be forgotten.

Brittany Bouchalhoub

November 2, 2017

Darren is such a sweetheart, he always gave me a big hug and a high five. He was my crush❤ It's not goodbye it's see you later, I will be seeing him later on in life. My heart goes out to Jimmy and his wife they are all in my hearts!! You will be missed Darren drake!! He told me I am beautiful.. Jimmy and Barbra stay strong!!!! I'm here for you!! Darren will always be my crush and in my heart forever.

Don Bergamini

November 2, 2017

I ran into Darren in Hoboken a few years ago. He was still that same positive presence he was when I coached him in football. What a tremendous person! My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

D. Bergamini

Sandy

November 2, 2017

Darren was one of the nicest, hardest working colleagues I have ever had. He was so well loved and regarded here at Moody's and had a very bright future ahead of him. We are all at a loss at this tragic event that has taken our team member too soon.

My thoughts to his parents and family, I hope you find solace in that he touched so many lives in such a positive way.

I'm glad I got to know him - he really made work fun and made me laugh every day. You will be missed my friend.

Our Darren

Lina Zhou

November 2, 2017

Dear Darren,

I sent you an email this morning, I hope you can receive it in the heaven. We miss you so much. You are with us, I know it.

Thanks,
Lina

Debra lowell

November 2, 2017

so sorry for your loss!

Jim S

November 2, 2017

Dear Mr. and Mr.s Drake,
I am so very sorry for your tragic loss, of your son Darren. I read your comments in the paper/ online and cannot imagine your grief. I have a "perfect son" as well and don't know what I would do in your shoes. I am praying for your entire family and pray that God heals the pain you are going through and helps you find peace as you deal with your terrible, senseless loss. I'm sure he was person who made and has left a very positive and meaningful mark on people's lives, during his time with us. Blessings, Jim

Joe Esposito

November 2, 2017

Sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.

Sue Crane

November 2, 2017

To the family of Darren Drake;
I did not know Darren but am a resident of Bergen County and feel the closeness of community. There are no words that anyone can say to express how horrible and senseless this was. My prayers are with you and your family.

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