Austin Drabek
August 11, 2008
Austin Drabek, 16, died at Iowa Methodist Medical Center Monday, August 11, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, August 15, 2008 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon St. with burial at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
Austin was born June 14, 1992 in Des Moines to John and Brenda Drabek. He enjoyed working on cars, rap music and hanging out with friends.
Austin is survived by his mother, Brenda Drabek; his brother, Ryan Drabek; special friend, Randy Waller; his dogs, Copper and Junior; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his dad, John and his grandparents.
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Linda Klepinger
08/15/2008
Dear Ryan,
Know that I am holding you and your Mom in my heart. Please let me know if I can do anything at all for you and your family in your loss of your brother Austin.
Sincerely,
Linda Klepinger
(Kirsten's Grandma)
Darlene Edington
08/14/2008
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. Even though we've never met your family, please know we care.
God Bless You,
Darlene Edington and Amanda
Talihina, OK.
(Sonny and I are first cousins. His dad and my mother were siblings)
Elma &Kelly Rabe
08/14/2008
Brenda and Family,You our in our prayers and thoughts take care and hope time will ease your pain. Sincerely , Rabe's of E43rd St.
Mic Rogers
08/15/2008
Brenda and Ryan....I am so sorry...Austin always held a special place in my heart...I remember him coming to my house and playing with Colin...he was always very nice and respectful to me....I also remember him going to the bowling alley with Colin and myself and he always had a good time...I really enjoyed his company...he was so cute, I will miss him...I have and will continue to pray for him and you both....Mic
Steve, Chelle' and Caiti Williams
08/14/2008
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that your family is in our prayers.
The Williams Family
Jocelyn Morgan
08/12/2008
I love you Austin. Forever in our hearts.
Cody Merkley & Family
08/13/2008
I am so sorry about Austin my family and I's thoughts and prayers are with him. My son Cody Merkley was new at SouthEast Polk last year, and Austin reminded Cody alot of himself, the baggie clothes, bling and rap music. Once again we are sorry to here of your loss.
Jason and Heather Dasch (neighbors)
08/13/2008
Brenda and Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time in your lives. Please take care of yourselves as time will help ease your loss.
Sincerely,
Jason and Heather Dasch
43rd street neighbors