Jon "Jack" B. Drake Obituary (1944 - 2015)

Born in Salt Lake City, Utah on October 2, 1944, Jack Drake died peacefully in the arms of one of his long-time friends on April 4, 2015 after battling schizophrenia for over 35 years. Jack was the embodiment of unconditional love and selflessness. Always ready with a joke and a smile, he loved being with and around family and friends and had a special love of music. Many visits with friends were spent jamming on guitars. Jack was a collector of guitars (among many other things) and was always looking for the next great deal. He was a spiritual enthusiast and loved to share his ideas about spirituality and religion with just about anyone who would listen. Though his life was fraught with challenges, Jack was a bright light with a bright spirit and will be deeply missed by those who loved and knew him. Jack was preceded in death by his parents Helen Bennett and Claud C. Drake. He is survived by his twin daughters, Tamra Lea Cravens (Drake) and Laena Dea Drake, and step daughter, Jennifer Ellen Mueller (Thompson). A private wake for close friends and family will be held in his honor Friday, April 10, 2015 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the home of his daughter Laena at 3395 South 2700 East, SLC, UT 84109. Funeral Home: Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary-Murray 4760 South State Street Murray, UT Visitation: There are no viewings or visitations