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Ronnie Slatcher & Elaine LaCoste
August 1, 2025
Chris is remembered every week when we play Bingo here at Providence House, Assisted Living, where we all lived. His favorite number was 19 and it has been called in every single game for the past two years. That's how we know Chris is still with us. His smiling face and quirky comments will never be forgotten. Still miss you Chris. Ronnie and Elaine
carl pockwinse
September 6, 2023
So many fond memories of Chris from all my 30 years coaching football at North. We were such good friends and colleagues. I loved our daily talks in his office, our trips to hockey games together, all the games. His passion and loyalty to the school were unmatched. He was always there for everyone when they needed his help and advice. The kids loved him dearly and will never forget him. My heart goes out to his family and all who treasured him. God bless Chris.
Maureen
August 13, 2023
Chris was a good man and a good friend. He loved his family and supported all who needed him. We all miss him at Providence House.
Liz Natale
August 9, 2023
Chris was the kindest people I ever met. He knew all the athletes by name and their latest performances. But Chris did not care about your achievements as an athlete...he cared about you as a person. Chris always greeted you with his big warm smile and asked how you were that day. He was the Tiger Spirit at NNHS.
Chris will be missed dearly.
Liz Natale '82
#22
August 7, 2023
Chris you are the bloodline and the love of Newton North you always have been everybody and anybody that's came in contact with you has a great story and a big smile you didn't have a bad bone in your body always a smile for everyone caring loving unconditional for the human race you're a wonderful man the world needs more Chris Drako's I love you very much, going to miss you, you were always someone that I looked forward seeing anytime anywhere you always made the individual you were speaking to feel like they were the only person on Earth at that that point in time you gave your undivided attention to the individual that was in front of you that's more than most people will ever have for a short moment. you're a pioneer in Newton and always will be God bless your soul take care class of '79'
Ronnie Slatcher - Providence House
August 3, 2023
Providence House will not be the same without you Chris especially Bingo and Blackjack. Your seat was empty today and that's when reality really set in. Up until then I refused to believe I would never again see that great smiling face. Elaine and I would crack up at your funny little side remarks. When you didn't win for a long stretch you would curse in Greek and you were amazed when I understood what you were saying. Thank you for your friendship. You left us too soon and you will be missed. Rest In Peace!
Peter Capodilupo
August 2, 2023
For almost a half a century, Christopher Drakos was a loyal and caring friend to Newton North's Coaches and athletes as equipment and athletic facility manager. He acted with professionalism and passion. His kindness and positive nature elevated those around him.
Chris valued the intense commitment each athlete made. He championed and respected their efforts, whether on the fields, the ice, the hardwood, the pool, or the diamonds. Coaches appreciated his advice, his bonding humor and his philosophical insights, often garnered from his love for the giants of Greek and American History.
The "life blood" of Newton North has been diminished greatly with the passing of "Dr. Drakos." The many of us who were marked and moved by his intense love for our school community say Thank you and God bless you, Chris.
Peter Capodilupo
Peter Capodilupo
August 2, 2023
For almost a half a century, Christopher Drakos was a loyal and caring friend to Newton North's Coaches and athletes as equipment and athletic facility manager. He acted with
professionalism and passion. His kindness and positive nature elevated those around him.
Chris valued the intense commitment each athlete made. He championed and respected their efforts, whether on the fields, the ice, the hardwood, the pool, or the diamonds. Coaches appreciated his advice, his bonding humor and his philosophical insights, often garnered from his love for the giants of Greek and American History.
The "life blood" of Newton North has been diminished greatly with the passing of "Dr. Drakos." The many of us who were marked and moved by his intense love for our school community say Thank you and God bless you, Chris.
Peter Capodilupo
Peter Capodilupo
August 2, 2023
For almost a half a century, Christopher Drakos was a loyal and caring friend to Newton North's Coaches and athletes as equipment and athletic facility manager. He acted with professionalism and passion. His kindness and positive nature elevated those around him.
Chris valued the intense commitment each athlete made. He championed and respected their efforts, whether on the fields, the ice, the hardwood, the pool, or the diamonds. Coaches appreciated his advice, his bonding humor and his philosophical insights, often garnered from his love for the giants of Greek and American History.
The "life blood" of Newton North has been diminished greatly with the passing of "Dr. Drakos." The many of us who were marked and moved by his intense love for our school community say Thank you and God bless you, Chris.
Peter Capodilupo
Kelly Harrington
August 2, 2023
We loved visiting you when our mom coaches softball at NNHS and were so happy to see you at the Hall of Fame banquet.
Sending love to your family,
Carolyn, Leo, Cindy, Kelly & Mike Harrington
Joan Pollard
August 2, 2023
Will miss seeing your welcoming smile. We deeply appreciated your friendliness.
Marion Taillacq Mitchell
August 1, 2023
Marion Taillacq Mitchell
August 1, 2023
Marion Taillacq Mitchell
August 1, 2023
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