Brenda F. Drake's Obituary
Brenda F. Drake, age 75 of Lewes, DE and formerly of Beltsville, MD, passed away on Tuesday, September 20, 2022, at her home. She was born on September 20, 1947, in Norfolk, VA, daughter of the late Dewey and Gwendolyn (Wise) Fisher.
Mrs. Drake took great pride in her home and family. She dedicated her life to raising her boys and maintaining a beautiful and inviting home; one that always felt welcoming to all. Mrs. Drake was a member of the Delmarva Hogs and Easy Riders Motorcycle Clubs and loved tagging along with her husband for rides, whether short or long. She was also on the board of directors for the Miss Delaware Pageant. Mrs. Drake’s creative side lent itself to stained glass artistry and flower arranging. Above all, she treasured time spent with those she held most dear. Mrs. Drake was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Loved by many, she will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Drake was preceded in death by her sister, Linda Bowen. She is survived by her beloved husband of 53 years, Richard Drake of Lewes, DE; her sons: Timothy Drake of Milton, DE and Jason Drake (Christine) of New Castle, DE; her granddaughters: Madison Drake of Milton, DE, and Aubrey and Kate Drake both of New Castle, DE; her brother-in-law, Steve Bowen of Germantown, MD; her nephew, Kevin Fantacci of Point of Rock, MD; and her niece, Jamie Bowen of Germantown, MD.
A public viewing will be held on Tuesday, September 27, 2022, from 3:00-5:00 PM, at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to the American Heart Association, 131 Continental Drive, Suite 407, Newark, DE 19713.
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