Darwin Clyde Drake. 78, of Chillicothe, passed away March 15, 2019 at Westmoreland Place following an extended illness..

He was born in Chillicothe on November 2, 1940 to the late Carl and Marie ( Manson ) Drake.

Surviving are his brothers, Carl E. Drake Jr of Chillicothe, and Lewis ( Ravewan), of Bangkok, Thailand; a sister Carol Woodruff, of Hillsboro. In addition to his parents , he was preceded in death  by a sister, Connie Hirsch Vinson,

After graduating from Chillicothe High School, Darwin joined the United States Navy. Upon being honorably didcharged he went on to enroll Hocking College and received his degree in nursing. In his free time , he enjoyed many hobbies including photography and was a master of woodworking and carpentry. He was a friend and mentor to all walks of life and lovedto tell the tales of his adventures.

In accordance with his wishes, there will be no public calling hours or services. Private graveside services will be held in Grandview Cemetery at a later date.