Obituary
Robert “Bob” T. Drake, 77, a resident of Susque View Home passed away January 7, 2015.
Born on February 11, 1938, he was the son of the late Clayton M. and Helen Josefik Drake.
Bob attended St. Agnes Catholic School as well as Immaculate Conception Catholic School.
He was a Veteran of the United States Army, serving as a mechanic from 1955 until 1958.
On November 22, 1974 Bob married the former Sandra J. Johnson who preceded him in death on September 9, 1993.
Bob was employed by Clinton Paper Company as a truck driver for 26 years. He then worked at Alin Woodworking and Dad’s Landscaping before his retirement.
He enjoyed fishing and was an avid fan of NASCAR, Penn State Football, and the Philadelphia Phillies.
Surviving are four children: Nicki (Dennis) Bauman of Lock Haven, Robert (Terry) Drake of Lock Haven, Jeffery (Debra) Drake of MO, and Jennifer L. Shultz of Lock Haven; a brother, Ronald Drake, Sr. of Lock Haven; a sister, Pamela (Ed) Bottorf of TX; 10 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; and 1 great, great grandchild.
In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Rochelle Drake; two brothers, Gary Lee and James Drake; and a sister, Ruth Ann Drake.
A funeral service will be held on Sunday, January 10, 2016 at 7 P.M. at the Moriarty Funeral Home & Crematory, 112 E. Church St., Lock Haven with Deacon Chip Young officiating. Private burial will be at Cedar Hill Cemetery.
Friends and family will be received at the funeral home on Sunday from 5 P.M. until the time of the service.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Ross Library or a charity of your choice through the funeral home.
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