Roger Drake (8 Jun 1945 - 29 Oct 2022)

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Southend Crematorium 654 Sutton Road Southend on Sea SS2 5PX
Date
18th Nov 2022
Time
1.20pm
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In loving memory of Roger Drake who sadly passed away on 29th October 2022

It is with great sadness that we have to announce the passing of our dearest Roger after a long illness bravely borne.
He was the proprietor of Westminster Garage for many years until his retirement.
A much loved husband to Susie, and beloved father to Lisa, Chris (deceased) and Ricky.
Funeral to take place at the
West Chapel, Southend Crematorium on Friday, November 18th 2022 at 1.20pm.
Any friends, past customers or colleagues from the motor trade welcome to join us to say a final farewell to a truly wonderful man.

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A lovely man with a brilliant sense of humour. Will always be remembered fondly. Rest easy Roger (Birthday twin) x

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RIP Roger..

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  • Ah my dad and my pops xx

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Joyce Lambert wrote

So sorry to hear of Rogers passing. A loyal Customer of ours , for many years, a thoroughly nice Man.

Condolences to Sue & Family. From all at Anglia Batteries.

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  • such a sad loss I remember a few Friday nights out with Roger and Rickie as known then and my late father Barrie garrod and before my time Irish Jim I bet there all having a beer

    Posted by Philip on 6/11/2022 Report abuse
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The Drake Family 1996

The Drake Family 1996

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  • Great pic and one with Chris who I also sadly miss

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  • What a lovely, proud picture. Gareth

    Posted by Gareth on 3/11/2022 Report abuse
  • Great picture

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Dad at his business, Westminster Garage,  early 1980's.

Dad at his business, Westminster Garage, early 1980's.

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  • used roger for many years old skool mechanic no computers used here just good old brain power and great knowledge

    Posted by Philip on 6/11/2022 Report abuse
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Young Roger, approx aged 15.

Young Roger, approx aged 15.

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Leo Daffy Fonseca wrote

Thoughts and prayers with the entire family at such a difficult time

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