Harry Robert Drake

Harry Robert Drake obituary, Arkansas City, KS

Harry Robert Drake

Harry Drake Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Rindt-Erdman Funeral Home and Crematory on Apr. 30, 2025.
Harry Robert Drake 76, passed away Friday April 25, 2025 at the William Newton Hospital in Winfield, Kansas.
Harry was born December 7, 1946 in Winfield, Kansas to Robert and Barbra (Wilson) Drake.
He attended Dexter High School where he graduated from in 1965. Later that year in August he joined the United States Navy, then the Army.
Harry married Sharon Waldschidmidt, they made their home in Winfield, Kansas. He made his living as a mechanic.
Harry is survived by his brother Jack Drake; son Sean and wife Karen Drake of Newkirk, Ok; grandchildren Robert and Katrina Drake both of Newkirk, Ok.
Harry was preceded in death by his parents Bob Drake, Barbara Streeter and step father Dale Streeter; Brother Bill Drake.
A visitation will be held Friday May 2, 2025 at Rindt-Erdman Funeral Home from 5 PM to 8 PM. Services will be held Monday May 5 at 10:00 AM at the Rindt-Erdman Funeral Home chapel with graveside to follow at the Pleasant Valley Cemetery.
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