Alma Kathrine "Kay" Drake, died Friday, April 3, 2015 in Port Arthur, Texas. Kay was born on February 17, 1938 in Port Arthur, Texas to Harry Leonard Hendrix and Mary Crockett Hendrix. She graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1956 and in 1958 she graduated from The Methodist Hospital School of Nursing. She married J. C. Drake on August 1, 1959. Kay was employed as a registered nurse at St. Mary Hospital and retired after 35 years of service. She was a lifelong member of The United Methodist Temple. Kay was also a member of The United Methodist Women and the Jefferson County Master Gardeners. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Harry Leonard Hendrix, Jr.; sister, Eddie Jean Smith; and son, Jay Charles Drake. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, J. C. Drake; sister, Mary Ann Cavazos; two sons, Stephen Anthony Drake and wife Sue Ellen, Andrew Clinton Drake and fianc Anne Margaret; two daughters, Elizabeth Ann Craigen and husband Kyle, Kelly Jean Kebodeaux and husband Kirk; grandchildren, Pamela Hughes, Jayce Drake, Katelyn, Karlene and Karyssa Kebodeaux, Taylor and William Craigen, and Sophia Dynne; great-grandchildren, Hannah and Joseph Hughes. A visitation for family and friends will begin at 4:00 p.m., Saturday, April 11, 2015 at Levingston Funeral Home in Groves followed by a memorial service at 6:00 p.m. Friends wishing to make memorial contributions may send them to The United Methodist Women.
Condolences
Sue Drake
May 2, 2024
Kay has been the most important person in my life. She is also the best mother in law a daughter in law could possibly have. I miss her terribly and wish I could have had her in my life longer. I will never forget her and I will never quit missing her and needing her in my life.
Levingston Funeral Home
November 2, 2021
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Anonymous
April 11, 2015
I am sorry for your lose. I know mom & kay are taking care angles in heaven. marty crouch
Anonymous
April 11, 2015
So sorry, J C and family, that I was not able to pay my respects. Kay made the world a much better place and I have been blessed by knowing her. I will miss her and will keep all of you in prayer. Nola Hall
Anonymous
April 10, 2015
A wonderful friend that I met through my mother, Billie Barnett. She was always willing to help in any way she could and was an invaluable friend during my sister's recent illness. The world is short one angel. Godspeed JC.
Anonymous
April 9, 2015
I WORKED WITH KAY @ CHRISTUS ST.MARY HOSPITAL. SHE WAS A LADY WHO ENRICHED MY LIFE BY HER ACQUAINTANCE. CONDOLESENCES WITH PRAYER, SUPPORT & LOVE. DIXIE WIESEN R.N. WACO, TX.
Anonymous
April 9, 2015
R.I.P. Thomas Jefferson High School 1956 Graduate. From the T.J. Class of 1962.
Anonymous
April 8, 2015
I love you Aunt Kay! I miss you already. Melissa
Anonymous
April 8, 2015
Kay was an amazing, inspiring and genuine lady. Always ready with a joke, laughter, and a hug. She is truly an angel of GOD.
Anonymous
April 7, 2015
I was shocked and saddened with the news of Kay's passing. She was a selfless friend who was loved by many. She will be missed. Godspeed JC.
Anonymous
April 7, 2015
Kay we are going to miss your sweet smile at Curves for your early workouts. May God be with your family.
Anonymous
April 7, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you during this time of grief. My prayers are with you, your father and family.
Anonymous
April 7, 2015
Beth and Stephen, as well as all the family members, so very sorry for your loss, may she forever rest in peace, you are all in my thoughts and prayers....
Anonymous
April 7, 2015
So sorry for your loss.
Anonymous
April 7, 2015
Dear Uncle JC and all my Drake cousins. I know that right now while we are all saying how wonderful she is in heaven now with God. But I don't think the God I know who brought this special person into my Uncle JC life gave him a home, family, and a place to belong would just snatch that all away do you? Or that she would say ok to that. She is still right there, well she probably looks a little different now in her new outfit but she is not gone she is still right there. How would we be able to survive this if this were not true? My love and prayers are with you all. Vickie, Lisa, Nicolas and Martin. The Family of Dartis Marie Drake
Anonymous
April 7, 2015
Such a loving person and friend. I will miss you in my garden of friends. Be you forever present in our gathering. Phyllis
Anonymous
April 7, 2015
sorry for your loss Beth
Anonymous
April 7, 2015
You will be missed. Thank you for treating me like one of your own kids when I was growing up. Love you
Anonymous
April 7, 2015
Kelly, I am so sadden to hear of the loss of your sweet mom. I will always remember her sense of humor. She always made me laugh. Prayers for you and your entire family during this difficult time. Much love, Jerrie
Anonymous
April 7, 2015
May the loving presence of our Lord and Blessed Mother be your consolation in this time of sorrow. Clarence and Ruby wishes to express our sympathy to the family. Yours in Christ, Clarence Decuir- MGM
Anonymous
April 7, 2015
You will be missed !!! Love you Gigi
Anonymous
April 7, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Kay was a great friend and super to work with. Sorry I can be there to say good-by. Joyce Borne
Anonymous
April 7, 2015
J.C. and the Drake family, Sadness in the hearts of many, at learning of Kay's passing. She will be missed by the many that she touched.
Anonymous
April 7, 2015
So sorry for your loss.Kay hired me in1983 for 2South.One of the best boss one can have.She was very kind,fair and so great to work with.What a very wise,very good nurse.She will be greatly missed.
Anonymous
April 6, 2015
JC MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU.MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU.YOUR FRIEND,ELLIS
Anonymous
April 6, 2015
I will miss her sweet disposition, willingness to help out wherever needed and her wisdom...
Anonymous
April 6, 2015
Condolences to the family. Miss Drake was so sweet. Her Son Jay was my good friend. Often I would call Jay to look in on my Mom. Jay was a very tough individual out side. Inside he was kind caring and good friend.. That's what got from Miss Drake.
Anonymous
April 6, 2015
Kay was one of my favorite gardening friends. She was always glad to help out and friendly to everyone. I am shocked and saddened by her death. I will always remember her with a smile. May God be with her family during this difficult time. Much love to all. Micah Shanks
Anonymous
April 6, 2015
Kelly, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you peace and comfort during this difficult time.