DRAKE, David H. - Fountain County INGenWeb Project

Once again we are made to realize that htis world is not our home, and that we are only strangers and sojourners here. Death with its keen sickle has entered our home and taken a loved one and neighbor from our midst. David H. Drake, son of James M. and Sarah Drake was born in Parke County, Indiana June 14, 1841. When very young his parents moved to Fountain County and has lived here ever since. In Aug 1862 when 21 he enlisted in Co. H, 63rd Regiment, Indiana Infantry. He served until the close of the war, and received an honorable discharge. Feb. 21, 1867 he and Ruth E. Robbins were united in marriage. 10 children were born unto them six boys and four girls. he also raised one grandson, Edgar Ephlin, and loved him as his own son. About 50 years ago he united with the United Brethren Church at Harveysburg, and remained a faithful member as long as the church existed there. Failing health hindered him from attending church the last few years; but his habit was to read the Bible and especially on Sundays. He taught the family to be men and women. He said that honesty is better than money. His health began failing more than 4 years ago. The last 3 months he failed rapidly. During his sickness when asked about his faith and expectations he said he knew of nothing between him and God. He affirmed his faith in his master. His children said he lived his profession in the home. The pastor offered prayer several times in his home, and his last request to him was to offer a prayer. During his last few weeks he called the names of his cherished loved ones. He also called the names of many old comrades including his deceasede captain. He heard and answered the last Roll Call Sat. morning May 15 at the age of 84 years 11 months and 1 day. Mortality has left to mourn his death Janie Drake Mann, Nellie Drake Grismore, James, Ora and Trella of Kingman, ind; Charles Drake of Indianapolis; Omer Drake of Attica and William Drake of Perrysville. One half brother, William Drake of Indianapolis and one half sister, Mrs. Tom Woody of Kingman 19 grandchildren; and 5 great grandchildren ; two daughters preceded him in death they are Bertha Drake Mann and Mary Drake Lindley. On Jan 2 1913 his beloved wife joined that great multitude on the eternal shores for her crowning. His 3 brothers, George, James and Frank also preceded him in death. The children all repsonded nobly and lovingly to their father's needs. As he had taught them in early ife now they ministered to him. Because of the fact that he and Trella were living together borught hte greater work and care upon Trella and his faithful wife, Maude. He was buried Mon. monring May 17. Rev. CA Briles offered prayer at the home. The sermon was preached at the united Brethrern Church by HA Lashbrook. Buried at Kingman Fraternal Cemetery. At the grave the services were closed with the song, "Tenting Onthe Old Camp Ground."