David Neal Drake, 77 of Russellville, KY passed away on May 15, 2026 at Hospice House of Southern KY in Bowling Green. He was born May 17, 1948 in Logan County to the late Elmer and Evelyn Peay Drake. He was also preceded in death by his long time companion Jean Manning, brother Robert drake, brother Darrell Drake, brother Roger Drake, & sister Shelby Morgan. He was a Veteran of the United States Navy and served during the Vietnam War. He was formerly employed by Unarco and a member of Green Ridge Baptist Church. He is survived by his daughter Robynn Crain (Tony) of Russellville, sister Louise Layne of Greenbrier, TN, sister Rita Purvis (Dennis) of Louisville, brother Larry Drake of Russellville & grandchild Jacob Crain of Russellville. The family honored his decision to be cremated and was entrusted to Kirby Funeral Services Russellville. Online condolences to the family can be made online at www.kirbyfuneralservices.com