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Michael and Mertha Drake

Michael Drake Obituary

Drake, Michael and Mertha passed away within three hours of each other into Heavenly Matrimony on Saturday, September 26, 2009. Michael and Mertha were married Fifty-One years. Services are Saturday, October 3, 2009, 9:30 to 10:30am and 10:30 to 12:30pm at Lighthouse Church, 4501 West 127th St., Alsip, IL.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 3, 2009.

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October 3, 2009

vince,

my deepest sympathies to you and your family during this difficult time. may God wrap his everlasting arms around you and your family.

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