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Gary Drake Obituary
November 14, 1938 - November 20, 2024
Nampa, Idaho - Gary Lee Drake passed away peacefully at his home in Nampa on Nov 20th at age 86. Gary was born at Mercy Hospital in Nampa, ID. He was the second son of Alpha Gibson Drake and Robert (Bob) Milton Drake and the husband of Fern (Dudley) Drake.
A viewing will be held at the Nampa Funeral Home Yraguen Chapel on Thursday, Dec 5th from 5-7 pm. The Memorial Service will be held at the Nampa Funeral Home Yraguen Chapel on Friday, Dec 6th at 11 am with lunch following the service at the Nampa Elks Club, where Gary was a lifetime member. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Kuna Boys and Girls Club, the Nampa Elks, or a charity of your choice. A special thank you to the wonderful staff at Nampa St. Alphonsus Cancer Center.
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Bill Miller
February 9, 2025
Gary Drake was a Kuna High graduate and stalwart!
Ken hennessey
December 10, 2024
I'm so very sorry for your loss I was Gary's ditchrider for several years it was a true honor to know him
Shirley Larrea (Eshelman)
December 3, 2024
To Fern and Family -Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope and I have some very found memories of you all through the years. This saddens me deeply and know that we are remembering you all today and always. Your family will be in my prayers.
Diana Marcum/Burke
November 28, 2024
Dear Fern, I am so sorry to hear of Gary's death. Know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Sincerely, Diana Marcum
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Mark Ehlhardt
November 28, 2024
I always enjoyed my visits with Gary when he would come into The UPS Store in Kuna with baseball being the main topic. Him and Fern were pillars of the community and he will be missed.
Carol & David Brodigan
November 26, 2024
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
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