Barbara Ann Fuller Drake
May 2, 1932 ~ July 8, 2020
ROCKY MOUNT - Barbara Ann Fuller Drake, age 88, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2020. Born in Nash County, NC on May 2, 1932, she was the daughter of the late William Cecil Fuller and Beulah Joyner Fuller. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James Edward "Sambo" Drake of Rocky Mount; and her son, James Edward "Eddy" Drake, Jr. of New Bern.
Barbara leaves behind to cherish her memory, her three children, Tommy Drake and wife, Jan, of Raleigh, Stephen Drake and wife, Sharon, of Rocky Mount, and Suzanne Drake Parham and husband, Brad, of Rocky Mount; daughter-in-law, Bonnie Drake of New Bern. She is also survived by her eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
A Private Family Memorial Interment will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to First United Methodist Church, 100 South N. Church Street, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 or Meals on Wheels, PO Box 7611, Rocky Mount, NC 27804.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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We are so sorry to hear of Mrs Barbara’s passing. She was always a beautiful and sweet lady. Just know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Linda and Leonard Faircloth (Sharon’s brother).
My thoughts & prayers are with you all.! I’ve loved Barbara ever since she came into my life. We made many good memories over the years. Her passing has really saddened me, but I know she’s in a much better place. She was always a beautiful woman to me until the end. I will miss you Barbara! ❤️💔😪
I love my Aunt Barbara Ann. I love the way she says my name when I call her, and tells me how much she loves me. I loved the way she talked to my Mom late at night, and made her laugh. I cannot wait to see her again in heaven. Such joy ahead of us! Oh happy day!
Good bye to a sweet aunt, who loved nothing more than family, and being on the island. The loss is immeasurable, aunt Barbra Ann was a kids favorite, she was always up to date on the coolest things, had the brightest ideas and the sweetest laugh! Thank you for all the wonderful memories, I will miss you so much.
The most thrilling thing about Heaven is that Jesus Christ will be there. Your Mother will see Him face to face. — Billy Graham–