Mr. Loyal D. Drake, 85, passed away Thursday, December 9, 2010 at the Canton-Potsdam hospital with the love and support of his family. Arrangements are entrusted with the Hammill Funeral Home, Winthrop.

A memorial service honoring Loyal's life will be celebrated Saturday, December 18 at 10:00 a.m. at the Nicholville United Methodist Church.

A complete obituary to follow.