Jeanne Jane Drake's Obituary
Jeanne Jane Drake, peacefully passed away on December 29, 20205 at age 98. She was born on February 23, 1927, to Walter W and Sarah E (Henson) Ary in San Bernardino, CA. She was married to Thomas E. Drake on July 17, 1945, and together they had three children: Michael, Patrick (deceased age 2) and Trudie.
She is preceded in death by her husband Thomas E Drake, Brothers Earl Ary, Elbert Ary, sister Gertrude (Ary) Gable and son Patrick E Drake. She is survived by son Michael (Beverly) Drake, daughter Trudie (Alan) Cook, Grandson Jonathan Drake, Granddaughter Renee (Cook) Myrvold, Great Granddaughters Kaylee Drake and Delaney Myrvold and many nieces and nephews.
Over her lifetime, she enjoyed many creative hobbies including sewing, cake decorating, landscape painting, jewelry making and photography. She was a member of the Redlands Photography Club for several years.
A Graveside Service will take place on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at 10:00 am at Mt. View Cemetery in San Bernardino.
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