DRAKE, William Richard (Bill)
Founder of Drake Leather, Dunedin

On July 7, 2023, at home; aged 70 years.

Loved husband and best friend of Veronica^, loved and cherished step-dad of Shawn, and Cassie. Father-in-law and best friend of Andrew. Special “Grandad Boss” of Taylor, Ella, and Lachie, loved brother and brother-in-law of Rob and Peta Drake (Sydney), John^ and Cathy Drake (Auckland). Proud uncle of Georgia, Lauren, and Tom; Bridget, Libby, Rachel (Pinky) and new great uncle of Sabina (^denotes deceased)

Special thanks to friend and carer Nicole and Dr Daniel Then for their care and support.

“Bill and Vonnie together again”.

A celebration of Bill’s life will be held in Hope and Sons Chapel, 523 Andersons Bay Road, Dunedin at 11am on Tuesday July 18, followed by private cremation.

In lieu of flowers donations for the Otago Community Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the service.

Messages to 60 Murray Street, Kew, Dunedin 9012 or on Bill’s tribute page above where you can also watch the service livestream.

Hope and Sons

Funeral Directors

Dunedin - Mosgiel

Service Information: Date: Time: Location: 18/07/2023 11:00 a.m. Hope and Sons Chapel 523 Andersons Bay Road Dunedin