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Rondle Miller Drake

November 27, 1927 - June 28, 2020

CENTRAL CITY – Rondle Miller Drake, 92, of Central City, died Sunday, June 28, 2020, at 12:15PM at Maple Health and Rehab in Greenville. Mr. Drake was born November 27, 1927, in Muhlenberg County. He was a machinist for 37 years at Hannfins Machine Shop in Des Plaines, IL. Mr. Drake loved to go to the horse races and river boat. He enjoyed working in his yard, and working on cars. He joined the U.S. Army in 1945 and left in 1947, and worked as a supply clerk while he was in service. After leaving the Army, he moved to Chicago and met the love of his life, Joyce, and married her on July 5th. They were married for almost 69 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Macy Drake; brothers Buel, George, and Allie; sister Christine; four step-brothers; and half-sister Martha Parker. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Stauber Drake; four children, Ronnie, Vicki, Karen, and Janice, all of Chicago; half brother, Bob Lacefield; grandchildren Billy, Rocky, Ricky, Raqual, and Mickie; and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services are private. Tucker Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.tuckerfuneralhomes.com.o

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CENTRAL CITY – Rondle Miller Drake, 92, of Central City, died Sunday, June 28, 2020, at 12:15PM at Maple Health and Rehab in Greenville. Mr. Drake was born November 27, 1927, in Muhlenberg County. He was a machinist for 37 years at Hannfins Machine Shop in Des Plaines, IL. Mr. Drake loved to go toContinue Reading

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Janice drake Jamshed left a message on June 27, 2022:
Daddy, I can not believe tomorrow it will be two years that you left us? Not a day goes by that I do not think of you and the best father you were and I am so glad you are watching over me everyday love with all my heart for always and ever?????
janice jamshed left a message on April 18, 2022:
I miss you dad every single day
JANICE JAMSHED left a message on June 28, 2021:
I love you and miss you so much Daddy, can not believe it will be a year tomorrow since you left us . I know you are watching over us all. Love you Daddy and will miss you for ever.
Karen Drake-stanley left a message on September 2, 2020:
I love you so much dad, i will miss you forever and ever i cant belive you are gone i will have you in my heart untill i die.. i love you so much
JANICE JAMSHED left a message on August 10, 2020:
My dear father I love you so much, not a day goes by that I am not thinking of you. You were the best daddy ever I have so many memories. Love you so much and I know you are in Heaven watching over us.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Carrie Walker left a message on July 1, 2020:
Ron: Sending condolences, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jacinda Driscoll left a message on June 30, 2020:
So sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Drake. Our family lived 2 doors down from the Drakes in Hanover Park in the 60's and 70's. My Mother and i send our most heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family.

Beverly and Syndi Driscoll
Leticia Jones left a message on June 30, 2020:
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of Uncle Rondle, Eternalmrest grant unto him
Oh Lord, & let perpetual
Light shine upon him
Faith Esquivel-Atchison left a message on June 30, 2020:
Dearest Drake Family, My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Although the passing of time if we do not see others who have crossed our paths during our lifetime, we hold special memories that never leave our mind, or our hearts. I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. May God walk with all of you in this difficult time, and give you strength and courage to get through this time. My love to everyone, and your dear mother.
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