Parker Stanley Drake
September 18, 2012
Parker Stanley Drake, infant son of Joshua Drake and Leah Patton, was born Tuesday, September 18, 2012, at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines, and passed away shortly after.
In addition to his parents, Parker is survived by his sister, Zoe Drake; grandparents, Dennis and Patrice Patton and Donald and Helen Drake; aunt, Lana Patton; uncle, Brian Drake; cousins, Aidan, Gavin, Anastasia, Alesandra, and Adriana; and many other extended relatives and friends.
The family will greet friends from 2 to 4 p.m., Saturday, September 22, 2012, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street in Des Moines.
Memorial contributions may be made to Chromosome Disorder Outreach at www.chromodisorder.org or Unique at www.rarechromo.org.
Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Amy
09/22/2012
Josh an Leah, we are so sorry for the loss of Drake, may the lord be with you at this diffucult time. Sending lots of prayers your way. love ya, Travis,amy marshal an tucker
Kay & Geoffrey Mayer (Aunt & Uncle)
09/21/2012
Dear Leah & Josh, We are so sorry for the loss of your son. Please know that I love you and wish we could be there to give comfort.
Barry Ferm, Chemistry
09/21/2012
Josh and Leah,
I am so sorry for your loss of Parker.
Please know you are in the thoughts of all who know you.
Time will bring brighter days again.
-Barry
Stella O'Rourke
09/21/2012
Joshua and Leah, I have not met you despite working at SAU, but you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so terribly sorry for your loss.
Jean Hess
09/21/2012
Dear Joshua, Leah and family:
Please accept this note of sympathy in your loss of Parker. Each life, no matter how brief, changes our lives forever. May you find comfort during the next few days and weeks, knowing that we will continue to lift you and your family in prayer.
Sarah Vordtriede-Patton
09/21/2012
Dear Joshua, Leah & family: Please accept my heartfelt condolence on the loss of baby Parker. Joshua, I think that I told you at your interview that St. Ambrose is one big family. Draw upon that now. We're here for you. Don't hesitate to ask for anything. My ext is 6112. I'll be checking in on you too.
Rose Goodding Robinson
09/21/2012
Joshua and Leah,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am lifting you and your family up in my prayers during this difficult time. Please know that your St. Ambrose family is praying you through.
Vickie Logan
09/21/2012
Joshua and Leah, I want to express my deepest sympathy and sorrow for your loss. There is no greater heartache than losing a child. All my prayers are with you and your family.
Barbara Pitz
09/21/2012
Joshua and Leah, Although I have not yet been fortunate enough to meet you at SAU, I wanted to express my deepest sympathy at the loss of your infant son. Please know that during this tragic time, my prayers are with you and your family.