CENTRAL CITY – Patricia Ann Drake, 85, of Central City, went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at Heartford House in Owensboro. Born March 27, 1937 in Calhoun, she was preceded in death by her husband, Allie Ray Drake and daughter, Shannan Kellie Gish.
Patricia, lovingly called “Nana Pat,” retired from PACS in 2008. She was a faithful member of the Church of God of Prophecy in Central City and loved her church family dearly. Having lost her husband at a young age, Nana Pat was a very independent, self-sufficient woman. She truly enjoyed hard work, and taught her children and grandchildren much about strength – both of body and of character. She loved UK Basketball and cheering for her team. One of her greatest joys came from working in the garden. Whether tending flowers or mowing her yard, Nana could nearly always be found at work outside. She will be greatly missed.
She leaves behind daughter, Christy (Jeff) McIntosh; son Patrick (Natasha) Drake; son-in-law Carl Gish; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sisters, Shirley Morris, Sharon Erwin, Carolyn Erwin, Betty Embry; and brothers Bobby and Larry Erwin.
Funeral services will be Monday, December 26, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Tucker Funeral Home in Central City, with Carolyn Erwin and Bro. Sam Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday at 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.tuckerfuneralhomes.com.
