John Drake

John Drake

January 01, 1950 - October 28, 2024

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John Stephen Drake, 74, of Noblesville, Indiana, passed away on Monday, October 28th, 2024 in his home peacefully surrounded by his family. John was born in Indianapolis, Indiana to Otis Edward Drake and Rita (Farracane) Housel on January 1st, 1950. He graduated from Northwest High School in 1968. John was a very hard worker. He started at Citizen's Gas then Firestone Tire where he was a manager. Then John started his 40-year career as a car salesman. John started his career at Collin's Nissan then Collin's Olds Used Car where he worked for many years. He then went to National Car Sales and ended at Terry Lee Honda which became Hare Honda. John's last year selling cars was in 2020. John held many accomplishments of “Car Salesman of the Month” and “Car Salesman of the Year (2018)”. He enjoyed tee times at the golf course, family trips to Dale Hollow, and watching his favorite teams (Colts, Pacers, IU Basketball, and the Cubbies) while drinking Coors Light and enjoying a cigar. His favorite time of the year was the month of May when the Greatest Spectacle of Racing was happening! His all-time favorite thing to do was be with the ones he loved. John is survived by his wife Marta (Hysong) Drake of Noblesville. His son Tommy (Heather) Drake, daughters Cari (Mike) Kelley and Michelle (Jeff) Ashby. Siblings Jerry (Mary Jane) Housel, Peggy Housel, and Jeananne Schultz. His grandchildren Ashleigh (Cory) Anderson, Emily (Josh) Stickler, Chloe Drake, Noah and Ava Schmersal, Nathan (Kelly) and Kelsey Ashby. His many great grandchildren Bryson and Drake Anderson, Xavier Stickler, Walker, Warren, Winston, and Vivian Ashby. He was predeceased by his father Otis Edward Drake, mother Rita (Farracane) Housel, and stepfather Robert “Bud” Housel.

A Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2024, from 10 am until 1:00 pm at Stevens Mortuary 5520 W. 10th Street Indianapolis, IN, with a funeral service immediately following. The Reverend Shawn Tully officiating. Stevens Mortuary is entrusted with the arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association at the National Center 7272 Greenville Ave. Dallas, TX 75231

The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Gentiva Hospice Care and Nurse Melissa.

 

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Pam Brumett
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John was a great man and a damn good car salesman. My husband Dennis Brumett passed away on September 16th and he bought many cars from John. I still have a truck that we got from him. John and Dennis grew up in the same neighborhood. Please know that I will pray for John's family as they are saying their goodbyes on Saturday. Rest in peace John.
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Jessica Moore
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BETH SWINNEY
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My condolences to John’s family. We worked together at National Car Sales & Rental. He always had a positive attitude about everything and had a wonderful smile
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barbara young
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I am heart broken my prayer are with Marta and the rest of the family. John was like my big brother go back to 1970 had a problem he was there for me always you was a great man husband father and grandfather you will truly be missed R.I.P John
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Robin Conger
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John was a great guy, loved spending time at his place on race day with Cari, Tommy John himself and many more. My thoughts and prayers be with his family in these hard and difficult times Love you all Robin “Greathouse” Conger
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Regina Bopp
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We were so sad to hear about the passing of John. He was my favorite salesman. I still have my Honda that I bought from him at Terry Lee Honda. Whenever we are at Honda, Eddie always asks if they knew John Drake. Regina & Eddie Bopp

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