Thomas "Duck" Drake, 73, passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2024, in Fort Wayne. He was born in Van Wert, Ohio to the late James and Wilma Drake. Thomas loved making people laugh. He will be remembered as a man who always had a joke. Throughout his life, he tried his hardest to be the best version of himself he possibly could. Thomas is survived by his three children, Jesse Drake, Cody Drake, and Tessa Drake; seven grandchildren, Jayna, Ava, Davis, Alyseia, Brenden, Adeline, and Kaylin; and one great-grandson, Houston. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother Jim. Family services will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be given to the Drake family in care of Jesse. To sign the online guestbook, go to www.fairhavenfortwayne.com