Betty Jane Drake

Betty Jane Drake passed away on September 22, 2026, at the age of 97. She was born on February 18, 1929, in Morgan County, Indiana. Betty was a 1947 graduate of Eminence High School. She was married to Hiram C. Drake for 56 years until his passing in 2006. She worked for Western Electric for 25 years.

Betty was a member of Northside Christian Church. She was most proud of her family and grandchildren, and was happiest when and relished hosting family and friends, making sure to prepare their favorite dishes to share around the kitchen table. She was an avid reader of novels and enjoyed watching game shows, sewing, and tending her beautiful flower gardens.

Betty will be remembered with love by her family and all those who shared in her life. She is survived by her grandchildren, Jeffrey Drake and Julia Drake (fiancé Davis Lloyd), and her nephews and nieces: Daniel Martin, Susan Koch, Sandy Cheek, Bruce Buis, Jean Ann Everage, Dale Drake, Mike Drake, Terry Drake, Debbie Brewer and Ernie Brewer.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Hiram Drake; her son, Randy Drake; and her parents, Charles and Mildred Martin.

Family and friends are invited to gather for visitation on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Flanner Buchanan Funeral Centers - Washington Park East, 10722 E Washington St, Indianapolis, Indiana 46229. A funeral service will follow there from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Betty Jane Drake’s life and memory will be cherished by those who knew and loved her.

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