Delbert Drackley

Obituary of Delbert Gage Drackley

Delbert Gage Drackley, age 84, a long time former resident of New Lenox, and most recently of Apopka, FL, passed away peacefully, on Monday, August 21, 2023, at Gold Choice Assisted Living, in Deltona, FL, with his family by his side.  Delbert was born in Ottawa, IL on June 4, 1939, the son of the late Alden and Alma (nee Peacock) Drackley. He spent many dedicated years as a Truck Driver with various companies before his retirement.

Delbert enjoyed spending his time doing jigsaw puzzles and watching westerns and game shows on TV.

Delbert is survived by his children, James (Denise) Drackley of Leesburg, FL, Deborah Drackley of Bridgeview, IL, and Michael Drackley of Mt. Dora, FL; grandchildren, Irene (Daniel) Cucchiarella of Deland, FL, John Drackley of Mt. Dora, FL, and Alden Drackley of Leesburg, FL; and great-grandchildren, Dominic Cucchiarella and Ariana Cucchiarella.  His brother, Thomas (Dianna) Drackley of Papillion, NE and many nieces and nephews.

Delbert is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 59 years, Marilyn J. Drackley (2020); his parents; his brother Gerald Drackley (2008), and his sister Janice (the late George) Psenda (2022).

Funeral Services for Delbert Gage Drackley will be held on Monday, August 28, 2023, at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black Rd. (at Essington Rd.), Joliet, IL, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of Funeral Service at 12:30 p.m. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park.

For more information, please call 815-741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com where you can share a favorite memory or leave an online condolence.

Monday
28
August

Visitation

10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Monday, August 28, 2023
Fred C. Dames Funeral Homes - Joliet
3200 Black at Essington Roads
Joliet, Illinois, United States
(815) 741-5500
Monday
28
August

Funeral Service

12:30 pm
Monday, August 28, 2023
Fred C. Dames Funeral Homes - Joliet
3200 Black at Essington Roads
Joliet, Illinois, United States
(815) 741-5500

Interment

Woodlawn Memorial Park
23060 W. Jefferson Street
Joliet, Illinois, United States
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