Jerome F. Drake passed away on Thursday, June 24, 2021 at the age of 82. Beloved Father of Dara and Mark Drake. Devoted Husband of Debbie. Cherished Grandfather of Victoria and Rebecca. Mr. Drake was a United States Army Veteran and retired NYC Department of Education Music Teacher. Private Cremation held on Friday, June 25, 2021 at Fresh Pond Crematory, Middle Village, NY. Memorial Visitation at Papavero Funeral Home on Monday, June 28, 2021 fro 4-8 PM under the direction of Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth, NY 11378