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Paul DRAKE Obituary
Passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, on July 8, 2022, aged 63 years. Devoted husband of Ann (deceased), father of Claire, and Sarah. Much loved eldest son of Doug (deceased) and Mavis Drake, brother and brother-in-law of Russell and Jill Drake, Kathryn and Rodney Fraser, and Robyn and Craig Leef. Also loved and respected uncle (U.P) of Matt and Bex Drake, and Henry and Rachel Leef.
'May he forever soar
in the skies above'.
Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Paul Drake, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545 or email: [email protected]. In lieu of flowers donations to Dementia Canterbury would be appreciated, and may be made directly online at: www.dementiacanterbury.org.nz/online-donation. The Funeral Service for Paul will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, Christchurch, on Friday, July 22, at 2.00pm, private cremation thereafter.
Memories and Condolences
for Paul DRAKE
10 Entries
Natalya Kammerer
July 25, 2022
Sending healing prayers. My thoughts are with you, Dear Claire and Sarah. Natalya (from Riccarton High school, staff member)
Graeme drake
July 21, 2022
Condolences to Mavis, Russell and the rest of the Drake family regarding the sad passing of Paul. I Know he loved his flying at the Aero Club and had a great interest in anything to do with aircraft.
We will be thinking of you all on the 22 July 2022
Love Graeme and Pui
Thailand
Sue and Allan Blackley Invercargill
July 20, 2022
Fly high Paul and reunite with Ann. Treasured friends for forty years. So pleased we got time to spend with you last month and watch the DVD of the 25th anniversary of the 737 that you starred in. God Bless.
Ken Troon
July 18, 2022
So sad to hear of Paul´s passing. Fond memories of our time at the South Canterbury Aero Club and those many bike rides to the airport. There always seemed to be a headwind! Blue skies and tailwinds for your next journey. My sincere condolences to all of Paul´s family.
Gill Redden
July 16, 2022
Just heard. Paul and Anne meant a lot to us in our Burnside/ school years. Yes, it was tough in the last several years for him. All the best for your next journey Paul. Hugs girls. xx
Marnie McGahey
July 16, 2022
I have fond memories of working with Paul on a course at Avsec. He was a lovely man, kind and caring. My sincere condolences to you all
Robert Mc Kenzie
July 13, 2022
To all of the Drake family very sorry to hear about the loss of Paul a great guy.worked with him at Dunedin and Christchurch Airports for many years as part of the Rescue Fire Service at these Airports.
John
July 9, 2022
Our heart goes out to all of the family at this sudden sad time. Have known and worked with Paul for many years and appreciated the 150% he gave to everything he did. He was so highly regarded as a true and wonderful friend. Will miss him immensely. May our God give the family of his wonderful love and peace and comport in this sad time. John & Margaret Pearce
Wayne & Debbie Brown
July 9, 2022
Claire, Sarah and all the Drake family. We send you all loving thoughts with the passing of Paul. We hold great memories especially of our times together at Roydvale School. Thinking of you.. love Debs, Wayne, Jason & Vanessa
Barry Hudson
July 9, 2022
Knew Paul for a long time and had plenty of flights with him over the years. Always felt very safe in his hands and Paul you will be sorely missed by me mate. Fly high my friend.
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