Obituaries » Ronald L. Drake May 1, 1953 - January 23, 2026 In keeping with Ronald’s wishes he will be cremated, and a private memorial service will be held at a later date. The family would like to give special thanks to the staff at WV Caring. Arrangements by Roach Funeral Home, Gassaway, WV. Words of comfort and fond memories may be extended to the family at www.roachfuneralhome.com. Share your Memorial with Family & Friends Ronald L. Drake, 72 of Rosedale passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026. He was born on May 1, 1953, in Grantsville to the late Denver Ray Drake and Alta Isle Truman Drake. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Connie Drake.; brothers, Lester, Waldo, Lloyd and Leo Drake; and sisters, Lucile and Rudy. Ronald was a heavy equipment operator for many years. In his spare time, he enjoyed woodworking and was extremely talented with his hands. Left to cherish his memories are his daughters, Rhonda Gorby, April Starcher, Pamela Blackwell and Shaelynn Blackwell; grandchildren, Summer Blackwell, Daltan Dickey, Abigail Sheets and Stormy Starcher; sister, Audra Parsons; and several nieces and nephews. In keeping with Ronald’s wishes he will be cremated, and a private memorial service will be held at a later date. The family would like to give special thanks to the staff at WV Caring. Arrangements by Roach Funeral Home, Gassaway, WV. Words of comfort and fond memories may be extended to the family at www.roachfuneralhome.com.Check your settings when you are happy with your print preview press the print icon below.
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Ronald L. Drake
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