Want to first say how sorry I am for all of Bob & Carols family. Heavens a little more fun now. I was lucky enough to share lots of laughs with Bob. My favorite was winning $10 bucks from him on a golf hole. I chipped in for a birdie and I’ve never seen a worse display of golf Etiquette in my life . Everyone on the course heard him yelling at me and loved every minute of it. 
They were lucky to have each other, Carol was perfect for him. Thanks for the memories. Dennis & Autumn 


Bobby was my cousin and was so similar to my dad that people would often comment and say "The two of them are so alike, he could pass for Mando's son" We lost my dad on May 5th to Covid. My heart goes out to all of my cousins who are mourning the loss of their mom and dad. I remember the last family picnic we had. My dad loved talking with Bobby. We didn't get to see him too often.
Rest in peace cousin.

Bob! Whatta guy! Nicole and I were nearly inseparable throughout school and Bob always welcomed me like I was one of his children. He was always so happy, cheerful, fun and silly when I saw him. He seemed excited to see me every time I came over, because again, that was who he was - welcoming and accepting. He took Nicole and I many places and picked me up from my house and dropped me off many times, all without hesitation, and while always listening to "the oldies" radio station and loudly singing along. Nicole, Bob and I all smoked a joint in their garage when we were like 15 (it's not like we weren't smoking weed on our own time anyway; might as well enjoy it together). Hilarious. Not many people have parents that laidback and accepting of whoever we were throughout all our childhood evolutions. ;) He and Carol even allowed my dad to take Nicole and I to many metal concerts. I truly adored this man. So much so, that even though I hadn't seen him in over a decade, I had a dream about him a couple years ago wearing a '90s swishy iridescent hot pink tracksuit and he slayed it, of course. I have a feeling the dream was accurate as that sounds like something he would've done entirely for laughs. Thank you for the memories and contagious energy you resonated. I wish I could tell you and Carol these things in-person, as many people never know the positive impact they have on people, no matter how seemingly inconsequential it may be. 

Though I did not have the pleasure of meeting  Robert, it was clear that the love he brought into the lives of his family will be everlasting. Everlasting, always remembered; the heart will once again warm and smile on the memories he gifted all.
love and light,


Drake was a friend a best friend that I never had. He would talk about his past I remember when it was my last day in Pahrump and Drake came over to hang out with me before I went back home. We shared stories with each other and just had a good time. I remember he always told me I was funny guy. It was the best when we just hang out an talk. He was always filled with stories. I enjoyed every moment I had with him he was like a friend I never had. He will be missed he left too soon. I never got to say goodbye I will miss you Bob 

I was blessed to have Bob & Carol as bonus parents growing up as my family lived next door in Carlisle. Bob is to this day one of the fiercest people I have ever met. He intimidated me, but in a good way - because I knew how deeply and fiercely he loved his family. He was never afraid to stand up to someone on behalf of his family. I loved how loud he was. He was such a character, so unique. And he loved Carol so, so dang much. I will forever cherish my memories with them. Sending all my love to the Drake family. Thank you for being one of the best parts of my childhood. 

OBITUARY

Robert Joseph Drake

November 21, 1953 – January 18, 2022

Palm Southwest Mortuary

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