John Michael Drake II, 22, of Terre Haute, died Sunday, Feb. 7, 2010, at Indiana University Medical Center in Indianapolis, after a courageous battle with cancer. John was a senior at DePauw University in Greencastle, where he was an economics major; he also was an honor student and a member of the Prestigious Management Fellow's Program. John was born Oct. 24, 1987, in Terre Haute, to John M. Drake and Sara L, (Brentlinger) Drake. He is survived by his parents of Terre Haute; a sister, Leslie L. Drake of Terre Haute; paternal grandmother and stepgrandfather, Mary and Raymond Strange; maternal stepgrandmother, Donna Brentlinger; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and a multitude of friends. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Roy and Lucille Brentlinger; and his paternal grandfather, Robert E. Drake. John was a 2006 graduate of Terre Haute North Vigo High School and a member of St. Benedict Catholic Church. Visitation is Thursday, Feb. 11, 2010, from 4 to 8 p.m., at Callahan-DeBaun Funeral Home, 2425 Wabash Ave.. Funeral services will be Friday, Feb. 12, 2010, at 10:30 a.m., in the funeral home, with the Rev. Father David Rabeneker officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. If friends so desire, the family has suggested, that memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society (envelopes will be available at the funeral home).
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February 12, 2010
Robert DeBoer
You have our Christian sympathy on the loss of your son. As parents of a fellow DePauw student, we know that your loss is immeasurable. We hope that you will find comfort in the memories and stories of John's life... may the God of all grace sustain you.
February 11, 2010
Bob and Nancy Cole
John,Sarah,and Leslie, our deepest sympathy. John was a young man of exceptional courage and an enduring positive spirit. We'll remember the good times at Dick's place, go-kart racing, fireworks and swimming on the fourth of July. We were proud to have known him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
February 11, 2010
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Drake, Leslie and other family and friends, We are so very, very sorry for the earthly loss of your most precious son. We lost our teenage son last winter so we know some of the pain you are going through. I know your son had been very sick, but still even though you knew he might be passing on it is very painfull. Mrs. Drake, you work in my mother's doctor;s office - opal clark. May God bless and comfort yoy and we will see our beautiful sons in Heaven. With sincerest sympathy and empathy, John and Sherri Andrews
February 11, 2010
Glen Cook
My deepest sympathy. John was one of my favorite students at TH North. A true gentleman and dedicated young man.
February 10, 2010
We were very saddened to receive the news of John's passing. Although we had only met a few times, we felt as though we knew him so well from all of the wonderful stories our daughter, Courtney, would tell. She would speak of his kindness and thoughtfulness. That he was a true example of what a good friend should be. He will be missed by many.
Jack and Carolynn Griffin
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