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STEPHEN DRAKE Obituary
Age 47, of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 5, 2018. Beloved husband of Karla Drake; loving son of Donna and Stephen Drake, Sr.; devoted father to 11 children; grandfather to four; brother of Julius (Lisa) Drake; also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. Friends received Friday 4-8 at RAPP FUNERAL HOME, 10940 Frankstown Rd., Pgh., PA 15235 (412-241-5415). Visitation Saturday 10 a.m. until time of Service at 11 a.m. at Mount Ararat Baptist Church, 271 Paulson Ave., Pgh., PA 15206.
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Cece Robinson
May 4, 2020
Its been 2 years since you passed. I still cant believe Im even writing this. Although time passes; & life goes on, Ill never forget you. Im praying for your family, & your children. Continue to Rest In Peace Steve.
Cece Robinson
May 13, 2018
My sincere sympathy & condolences to the Drake family. I still can't believe I'm writing this. My heart is broken. You've been my friend for 17 years, I will miss you dearly. I'm praying for your family. RWG Scummy
Burton aka Sean Byrd
May 12, 2018
You will be missed
Janene Burrell
May 12, 2018
To the Drake/Anderson family,
Our thoughts, prayers, and love are with you during this most difficult time.
Take care and hold tight to Gods hand for he shall hold you up and be the strength you need when you feel you have none.
Victor and Janene (Thompson) Burrell
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Gina Spruill
May 12, 2018
Sending prayers and strength to the Drake Family, and everyone who had the true pleasure of knowing Steve.
You will live on in ALL of our hearts forever and never be forgotten.
Roger Alston
May 11, 2018
Much love !!
Chipper
R. Blair
May 11, 2018
May you rest in peace and God Bless your family.
Tamara M. Tolliver
May 11, 2018
My condolences to the family of Stephen Drake Jr. I am at lost for words. May GOD comfort the Drake family during this difficult time. RWG my friend. RWG.
Priscilla Anderson-Gray
May 10, 2018
Sending love from Houston, TX. Let the peace of God rule in your hearts and give you comfort. Blessings
May 10, 2018
My condolences to your family. May you find comfort and hope in God's loving arms during this difficult time of grief. (2 Thessalonians 2:16,17)
May 10, 2018
Death is never easy to cope with but God's word can comfort us during this time. Jeremiah 29:11
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