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DRAKE FLEMING
GRAFTON — Drake Michael Fleming, 22, beloved son of Brian and Amber (Crews) Fleming, died unexpectedly at 10:56 a.m. Monday, August 17, 2015, at his home.
He was born Sept. 2, 1992, in Alton.
Drake was a diesel mechanic for Power Systems. He liked to hunt and his dog Roxy went everywhere with him.
Along with his parents, he is survived by grandparents, Don (Ginny) Delp of Edwardsville, Bob Fleming of Godfrey, Gloria (Dale) Winchester of Godfrey, and Patty Etherton of Pomona, Ill., a brother, Eric Fleming of Grafton, two sisters, Carlie Fleming of Grafton and Genna Fleming of Grafton. Also surviving are aunts and uncles, numerous cousins and his closest friend, Daniel Lemasters of Jerseyville.
He was preceded in death by grandparents, Donnie Etherton, Donna Etherton and David Crews.
Visitation will be from noon until time of funeral service at 2 p.m. Friday, August 21, 2015, at Gent Funeral Home in Alton. Father Patrick Gibbons will officiate. Burial will be at Upper Alton Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the 5A's Animal Shelter.
Online guestbook and information may be found at www.gentfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Drake Fleming
Pam
August 16, 2023
Thinking of the Fleming family and remembering what a brilliant young man Drake was. His life was taken too soon, and he has been missed so much. We never expect our children to die before we do so when this happens, it is something that you never get over. My condolences and thoughts and prayers are with you. May you be looking down on your family, Drake.
Pamela Watson
August 14, 2020
Drake was a handsome young man with a bright future ahead of him. He had accomplished quite a bit at his young age. Even thought Drake is no longer with us, his memory lives on. His light continues to shine brightly in all who love him. May God keep you in his arms and I know you are looking down at Mom and Dad and your siblings watching over them.
Jeani Marie
August 21, 2015
Drake was a friend of my nephew and his girlfriend. I just wanted to offer my prayers and condolences to his family. No parent should ever have to say goodbye to their child. God be with you during this time and always.
Janet Weber
August 20, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss taken way too soon. I am a friend of your mom Gloria. Prayers for all.
Kody Parker
August 20, 2015
Fly high homie everyone is gonna miss your silly self..
Vanessa Ford
August 20, 2015
Fly high Drake I love you and you will be deeply missed....I know that you are wrapped safely in the arms of your grandma Donna Grandpa Donnie and Grandpa David...rest in peace sweet boy love your Aunt Nessa Uncle Tommy Dylan and Bri
Kathy Travis
August 20, 2015
Brian and Amber - I am so sorry for your loss. I was in shock when I seen this in the newspaper. His death will be hard at first but God will give you the comfort you need to go on because you are here and he is not. Just cherish all the memories that you had while he was here. God bless you and your family!
Dan Delp
August 20, 2015
Sorry to hear of his passing. Prayer's for your family.
courtney runion
August 20, 2015
It's so sad that your gone....you was a great guy and a hard worker I remember hanging out with you and Ryan last summer we had a blast....great times drake rest in peace fly high drake they received another beautiful Angel
Pam Bagby
August 20, 2015
A sad loss of a young life. My heart goes out to the family, I pray God finds you peace.
Samantha Godar
August 20, 2015
Drake you were the love of my life. I'm still at a lost for words. I never thought I would have to say goodbye to you. I know you'll be looking over everyone and helping us through this time. I bet your fishing with your grandpa right now. Just know you have touched everyone you've met in one way or another. You will always have a special place in my heart. I love you.
Tina Mills
August 19, 2015
Drake you have touched so many people's hearts you are loved by so many people you are being missed by so many people you are an amazing son, grandson, brother, nephew, cousin. I love you and miss you so much words can't describe. I know you are watching over all of us and you are going to guide us through this hard time. Keep smiling rest easy fly high nephew love aunt Tina
Lainey Barnes
August 19, 2015
A young soul taken to soon I love you drake aunt lainey
Lainey Barnes
August 19, 2015
My dearest nephew drake I am deeply saddened by your death. You have a spot in my heart forever and always. I love and miss you so much already. Hopefully all of our loved ones have found you in heaven and are looking after you. Many hearts are broken by your death you are loved and missed by many
R.I.P MY HANDSOME NEPHEW DRAKE
August 19, 2015
Love & miss you more than you'll ever know rest easy our sweet sweet boy.
Mom, Dad, Carlie, Eric, Genna & Roxy XOXOXO
August 19, 2015
Mom, Dad, Carlie, Eric, Genna & your sweet sweet Roxy miss you like crazy & love you forever & always rest easy our boy.....
Daniel Lemasters
August 19, 2015
Drake was the best friend a guy could ask for. I never thought I would see the day that id have to say goodbye for good. As awful as the situation is I know you will be up there helping each and every one of us get through our rough times and hard struggles that we all endure everyday. You will be and are already missed more than any words can ever say. You were like a brother to me and i love you for it. Until we meet again my good friend.
God Bless the Fleming family
Pam Watson
August 19, 2015
A talented good hearted young man gone to soon. Drake will be remembered by his family and friends forever. May the Grace of God hold his family in strength and love.
Love always
Pam Watson (Great Aunt)
Amanda Kohler
August 19, 2015
Love and prayers to Drake's family and friends. Drake was a wonderful person and friend.
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