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EUGENE DAKE Obituary
Ocala - Eugene Sanford Dake, 92, passed away on April 9, 2020, in Ocala, Florida. He was born on May 14, 1927, in Cleveland, Ohio to Eugene and Hilda M. Dake.
He is survived by his loving wife, Anne Moll Dake; daughter, Susan Dake Woody (Fred); grandchildren, Christopher, Steven, David, Nina; and two great-granddaughters.
Upon graduation from high school Gene joined the Marine Corp and served his country during WWII. He attended Ohio State University where he earned his bachelor's degree in Aeronautical Engineering.
After retiring from his engineering career in 1989 Gene spent his time as a hospital volunteer, avid fan of the Cleveland Indians, HOA board member, and church usher. He was a Civil War history buff and enjoyed researching his family history during the War Between the States. He will be greatly missed and fondly remembered.
Arrangements are under the care of Countryside Funeral Home, Anthony, FL.
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Mike, Cheanay, Steve Ocala Pool Boys
April 27, 2020
We were just the pool people that had only known him for about 6 years...but we sure did love him! We enjoyed every visit with him. Our love and prayers go to Ann and the rest of the family.
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Jack Fulmer (Adjutant Marine Corps League Naples, Florida)
April 14, 2020
The U.S. Marines, Navy Fleet Marine Force Corpsmen, FMF Chaplains, and Associate Members of the E. T Brisson Detachment #063 of the Marine Corps League in Naples, Florida, hereby salute and recognize Eugene S. Gene Dake for serving God and his country by becoming a United States Marine. We honor his memory and valiant service to our Corps and our great Nation. Please accept our heartfelt sentiments as a token of our esteem and admiration of his L'Esprit du Corps. Semper Fidelis.
Linda Faircloth
April 14, 2020
Gene is now with the Master and gone from our sight, but will never be gone from our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time as well as always. We wish for you peace, strength, and love today and always. Jerry, Linda, and Steven Faircloth
(Church Family)
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