It is with deep sadness that the family of the late ERNEST J. DRAKE of Frenchman’s Cove announces his passing. Ernest passed away at the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre on Wednesday, October 13th, 2021 at the age of 77.
Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of wonderful memories are his wife Edna of 57 years; brothers, Leon Drake (Karen) of Frenchman’s Cove, Patrick Drake (Nancy) of Frenchman’s Cove, Kevin Drake (Sadie) of Frenchman’s Cove, and Isaac Drake of Grand Bank; sisters, Bridget Alexander of Frenchman’s Cove, Madonna Cluett (Wilson) of Frenchman’s Cove, and Loretta Alexander of Port Au Port; sisters-in-law, Phyllis Walsh (Ray) of Marystown, and Meta Cumben of Grand Bank; brother-in-law, Lorne Newport (Anne) of Winterland; plus a large number of nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Ernest was predeceased by his parents, Patrick & Ida Drake; sisters, Gladys Brushett & Lucy Pittman; brothers-in-law, Aloysius Power, Terry Alexander and Leonard Alexander; sister-in-law, Irene Drake; nephew’s, Perry Drake and Chris Alexander; and parents-in-law, Richard & Susie Newport.
In honoring his wishes, cremation has taken place.
The Drake Family will be accepting visitors at St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, Frenchman’s Cove on Sunday, October 17th from 1pm – 9pm.
Due to the current Covid-19 restrictions this will be a walk through visitation. Everyone is asked to sign the contact tracing sheet upon entering the church and masks are required.
Due to limited capacity because of the COVID–19 restrictions, a private Funeral Mass
will take place at St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church in Frenchman’s Cove on Monday, October 18th, 2021 at 2:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, donations in his memory may be made to the The Drake Family.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Peninsula Funeral Home – Creston South.
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Wednesday October 13th 2021
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Ernest Drake Wednesday October 13th 2021..
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