Cory Drake Obituary
Cory E. Drake, 40 of Jamestown ND died Sunday, December 7, 2025.
He was born on September 29th, 1985, to Bobby Drake and the late Nancy Drake. Cory is a native of Gaylesville, Alabama.
He is survived by his Daughter Destiney Drake (Korbin Murphy), Son Colton and Jaxon (and their mother April Miller), His brother Robert Drake.
He is preceded in death by his mother Nancy, Dawn Drake his second mother, his sister Amanda Drake, and cousin Adam Drake.
Cory was an avid fisherman in his down time and enjoyed spending his days at the lake, riverbanks or on the side of the road pole in hand. Cory was also a very proud father, and his children were his pride and joy.
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1101 5th Ave Northeast, Jamestown, ND 58401
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