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02/06/1931
DIED
06/05/2011
Sylvester Drake Obituary
DRAKE, Sylvester Buddy "Bud"
Born, February 6,1931, passed away June 5,2011 in Spokane. Survived by Norma, his wife of 61-1/2 years and son Frank Eric of San Diego, California.
Remembrance will be held at the Eagles Lodge, 6410 Lidgerwood St. on Saturday, June 11th from 1:00-3:00pm.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Sylvester Drake
5 Entries
June 11, 2011
A good friend and a great golf companion. We played lots of ProAms with him and enjoyed our time with him. We'll miss him. Greg and Linda Ruthruff, Lewiston, ID
June 9, 2011
"He always made time for me as a kid when I needed help with my game, which I will always appreciate.......Thank You Bud!"
Roger McBride- Spokane, WA
Jim Campasino
June 9, 2011
I grew up playing Downriver and worked in the pro shop with Bud when I was going to college. He was one of the true characters of the Spokane golf scene. I will miss him.
June 9, 2011
I grew up across the street from Hole 9 at Downriver - worked for Bud. I had great times at Downriver when Bud was the pro. He was a good guy and help me a lot when my Dad passed. away in high school.
Wes Lynch, Olathe, Kansas
Steve Zalewski
June 8, 2011
Bud was a great guy. Had many good memories at Downriver when he was a pro there. He will be missed.
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