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What a lovely friend with such grace! I am baking special treats for my son's wedding which Sandra also enjoyed to do. Sending thoughts and prayers to all her loved ones!
Shannon Mastronardo
December 18, 2024 | Friend


Byron, Illinois
1942 - 2019 (Age 77)
Sandra Kay Drake 1942—2019Sandra Kay Drake was born at home on December 18th 1942 in Shannon Illinois, Sandra passed away Thursday December 19th 2019 after 77 years, surrounded by family. After graduating from Illinois State University, Sandra was engaged October 12th, 1963 and soon joyfully...
Read MoreWhat a lovely friend with such grace! I am baking special treats for my son's wedding which Sandra also enjoyed to do. Sending thoughts and prayers to all her loved ones!
Shannon Mastronardo
December 18, 2024 | Friend
Christmas time brings out the bakers. I want Sandra's family to know how much I cherish my memories of her hosting parties at Isla and making such delicious goodies. She was so regal and so genuine! Prayers are being sent with love!
SHANNON MASTRONARDO
December 23, 2021

I just heard the sad news of Mrs Drake. To Don, Todd and Troy and entire family, my sincere condolences. Mrs Drake stood out as a beautiful woman, a kind and great teacher, and great mother to her kids. To Coach Drake, please accept my condolences on behalf myself and all the Hayden's.
Jim Hayden
January 23, 2020 | Sun City, AZ | Student
Condolences to her family and friends who loved her dearly. She was loved by students who were lucky enough to have a class with her.❤
Cheryl Lindquist
January 15, 2020 | Leaf River, IL

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Sharyn Mustari
January 08, 2020
We were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of my cousin Sandra.  Growing up in Illinois she was like a big sister to me.  Her positive, bubbly, enriching personality will be deeply missed. I will always hold many fond memories of Sandra. Unfortunately we will not be able to attend her celebration of life but send our sincere condolences to Don and families.
Sharyn and Mike Mustari
January 08, 2020
My love of cooking and baking comes from Mrs. Drake.  She was as beautiful on the inside as she was the outside.  I still have my Betty Crocker cookbook from her class & I think of her everytime I look at it.
Heaven definitely gained an angel! Prayers sent for the family. 
Lori Maslin
January 03, 2020 | Byron, IL | Student
Hearts and prayers to family. Great memory of Sandy jumping from her disabled convertible ride in the Carroll County Fair parade finishing the route past the grand stands on foot with the crowd roaring their appreciation!
Terry and Jo Schmidt
January 02, 2020 | Adairsville, GA
I'm so sorry to hear of this. Sandra was a beautiful person and one of the best teachers I ever had. She was always one to listen and be helpful with anything. She was inspirational and someone I have always had tremendous respect for.
Dawn Devries- Kielsmeier
December 31, 2019 | Leaf River, IL