Drake, Margaret Bryant – of Knoxville, TN, transitioned into glory where she found eternal rest on Friday, March 30, 2012. She was a faithful member of Community Evangelistic Church, EPC and a member of Austin High School, Class of ’50. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elijah, grandson, Justin Walker-Riddles, mother, Zelma Bryant, aunt, Fannie Reese, devoted friend Nancy Cannon, and god son, Elmer Durham II. She is survived by her loving children and family members: Deborah (Lewis) Porter, Karen, Rodney, and Michael Walker, Connie Johnson (all of Knoxville), Elijah,Jr. (Los Angeles, CA); step daughter, Barbara Thompson (New York); grandchildren: Leslie Walker, Shay (Sanford) Miller, Christina Drake, Quishan, Tauron (all of Knoxville) and Ashley Walker (Houston, TX); great children, Lamar Harshaw, Alexis Dozier and Zane Miller; great-great grandchild, Lamar, Jr.; devoted daughter-in-law Sabrina Walker and son-in-law, Calvin Johnson; devoted cousin, Lillian Pflaumer (New Jersey); devoted god children: Trent Smith (Los Angeles, CA), Don Hatcher, Shirley Gray, and the Strongs (all of Knoxville); many nieces and nephews to include special niece, Trina Jones (all from SC and CA); devoted friend, Rose Williams (Cleveland, OH); a host of other family and friends to include the Community Evangelistic Church family. A special thank you to Dr. Gregory LeMence. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, April 4, 2012, at Community Evangelistic Church from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. and funeral to immediately follow with Elder Reginald Strong officiating and other Elders assisting. The burial will be held on Thursday, April 5, 2012 at 1:30 p.m. at the TN Veterans Cemetery, Lyons View Pike, where a full dove release will conclude the service.
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To the Family of Maragret Bryant Drake you have our Deepest Sympathy. May God Bless Each of You with Love. May God give you all the strength you need. He will never leave you. God Bless Each Of You With Love & Blessings.
Peace I Leave With You. John 14:27
From Renee’ P. Thompson & Family
The Thompson, Stone, Sherril, & Taylor Families sends their Love
I send my love and support in your time of need. May keep our family strong and give us strength I am happy to know that god need another angel to watch over us. I am here for you if you need me.
love always Barbara
and Family
To Deborah and family,
I am so deeply sorry for your great loss. May the Lord provide you with His grace and mercy as you heal. Our sincere condolences and prayers are for you and your family.
To Deb and family: Please accept our sincere condolences in the passing of your mom. We pray God’s peace on you all during this time and His grace for the days ahead. Lean on Him when you feel a little sad because He will always be there. A mother’s love is forever and lives on through her children… Love you much!
Rudy & Cynthia