Richard Allen Drake

Richard Allen Drake (53) passed away on Tuesday, September 2, 2014 at home.

Richard was born in October of 1960 in Hastings, Michigan the sixth child of seven to Albert W. and Corinne Drake. He graduated from Hastings High School in 1978. He attended and was awarded Auto Mechanic certification from a school in Nashville, TN.

Richard married Margaret Eason on April 28, 1998 during a trip to Arkansas. Richard (Rick) and Margaret have resided in Jenison, Michigan since their wedding.

Rick's life long career was a certified auto mechanic. He worked at Car City and prior employment was at Tuffy of Grand Rapids.

Rick will be remembered as a loving husband, wonderful father and grandfather who delighted in spending time with family, sitting around campfires, and attending car races and shows.

Along with his wife, Rick is survived by all his children. Meegan (Junior Bejarano) Drake of Munising, MI; Rob Tiller of Grand Rapids, MI; Rebecca (Josh) Taylor of Howell, MI; Jessica Manning of Coldwater, MI; and Stephanie (Donnie) Throop of Howell, MI. He is, also, survived by nine grandchildren: Kierstyn and Mackenzie (Meegan); Ashley, Makayla and Samantha (Rob); Skyler, Isaiah, and Abigail (Rebecca); and Grace (Stephanie).

Along with his mother Corinne, Rick is survived by his six siblings: Charles Drake; Dennis (Patty) Drake; James Drake; Patty (Chuck) Osborn, Jennie (Tony) Sinatra; and Mary (Doug) Rivett. He is loved and survived by several nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Rick will be missed by his one sister-in-law, Shirley Eason and one brother-in-law, Mike Eason.

Richard was preceded in death by his father, Albert W. Drake (1964).

To celebrate Richard Drake's life, his family will welcome you at the Hastings Elks (102 E. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings, MI 49058) on Saturday, September 13, 2014 from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. A light luncheon will be served and a memorial service will begin at 3:00 p.m. at the Elks Lodge followed by a graveside service at Mount Calvary Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, family would appreciate help with final expenses.