Denise Claire Drake
May 7, 1958 - January 2, 2018
Denise Claire Drake passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2018. She was 59, a lifelong resident of Kenner. For many years, Denise was the President of the LA Chapter of NAF, and recently sat on the Board of Directors of the NAF. She was an advocate for not only those with Ataxia, but all with special needs. Daughter of the late Joseph Francis Drake, Jr. and Hawaii Mary Guidroz Drake. Sister of Roxann Voltolina (Michael), April Winn (the late Don) and the late Clarence ‘Pookie’ Montecino. Aunt of Heather Berteau (Brian), Kimberly Edwards, Kelly Bertrand, Angie Barco, Michael Voltolina (Danielle), Don Winn (Vanessa) and Darin Winn. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Service at L. A. Muhleisen & Son Funeral Home, 2607 Williams Blvd., Kenner on Sunday, January 7, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. Visitation from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The National Ataxia Foundation, via www.ataxia.org or send to 600 Highway 169 South, Ste. 1725, Minneapolis, MN 55426.
Denise Claire Drake passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2018. She was 59, a lifelong resident of Kenner. For many years, Denise was the President of the LA Chapter of NAF, and recently sat on the Board of Directors of the NAF. She was an advocate... View Obituary & Service Information