Of Wiarton at the age
of 82 was called upon by God on Tuesday December 31, 2013. Beloved husband
of Lois (Short) Drake. Devoted Father of Hans van Gerven (Jackie), of Sauble
Beach. Cherished Opa to Jonathan van Gerven, of Sauble Beach. Loving step-father
to Harvey Drake Judy), Keith Drake (Beth), Reg Drake, Gwen (Frank Tomlin),
and Joy Caudle. Brother to Martien van Gerven, Jo van der Sloot, and Miep
van Gulik, all of Holland. Dear companion of grandchildren Craig Drake (Lisa),
Mathew Drake (Melanie), Eric Drake, Samuel Drake, Jeffrey Drake, Ben Caudle,
Keegan Caudle, Laura-Anne Drake, Carmen Drake, Amy Drake, Kaitlyn Drake
and Dawn Caudle. Great-grandpa of Caleb Drake. Our hearts are broken but
we know that God's plan is free of pain and we could not wish you back for
that. As per John's wishes, there will be no visitation or service. Cremation
has taken place. Donations to Amabel Sauble Community School would be appreciated
and can be made through the Thomas C. Whitcroft Funeral Home & Chapel,
Sauble Beach (519) 422-0041.
It has been our honour to serve this family
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