Sarah Jo Drake

April 26, 1944 - June 16, 2021 (77 years old)

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Sarah Jo Drake

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April 26, 1944 - June 16, 2021 (77 years old)

Franklin, Kentucky

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“In loving memory of Sarah Jo Drake, So dearly loved by Jim and Carolyn Cruce Golden.. Sarah was s...”

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Sarah Jo Drake Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Sarah Jo Drake of Franklin, Kentucky, born in Evansville, Indiana, who passed away on June 16, 2021 at the age of 77. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, John E. Neidig, Sr. and Viola (Greubel); her former husband Paul "Eddie" Cruce; and her siblings, John, David, Mike Neidig and Janet Weiss.

She is survived by: her husband Ed Drake of Franklin, KY; her stepsons, Alan Drake (Judy) of Louisville, KY and Gary Drake (Kitty) of Louisville, KY; her stepgrandsons, Chad Drake (Brittany), Joe Drake (Olivia) and Josh Drake; and her siblings, Jim Neidig (Cindy) of Springfield, IL, Tom Neidig (Cathy) of Fort Branch, IN, Larry Neidig (Cindy) of Wooster, OH, Barbara Dike (Randy) of Owensville, IN, Jackie Steckler (Jeff) of Haubstadt, IN and Rita Wilzbacher (Greg) of Haubstadt, IN. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary Catholic Church, 403 N. Main Street, P.O. Box 388, Franklin KY. 42135.

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June 19, 2021

Jim and Carolym Cruce Golden lit a candle

“In loving memory of Sarah Jo Drake, So dearly loved by Jim and Carolyn Cruce Golden.. Sarah was such a joy in our lives and will be remembered as kind, generous, and oh so understanding. May she rest in peace and her memory be a blessing.”

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Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory
325 W Cedar St, Franklin, KY 42134

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June 21

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St. Mary Catholic Church
403 N Main St, Franklin, KY 42134

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June 21

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St. Williams Catholic Church
860 S Main St, Marion, KY 42064

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