Drake Michael Fleming, 22, beloved son of Brian and Amber (Crews) Fleming, died unexpectedly at 10:56 a.m. Monday, August 17, 2015 at his home. He was born September 2, 1992 in Alton. Drake was a diesel mechanic for Power Systems. He liked to hunt and his dog Roxy went everywhere with him. Along with his parents, he is survived by grandparents, Don (Ginny) Delp of Edwardsville, Bob Fleming of Godfrey, Gloria (Dale) Winchester of Godfrey, and Patty Etherton of Pomona, IL, a brother, Eric Fleming of Grafton, two sisters, Carlie Fleming of Grafton, and Genna Fleming of Grafton. Also surviving are aunts and uncles, numerous cousins and his closest friend, Daniel Lemasters of Jerseyville. He was preceded in death by grandparents, Donnie Etherton, Donna Etherton, and David Crews. Visitation will be from 12:00 noon until time of funeral service at 2:00 p.m. Friday, August 21, 2015 at Gent Funeral Home in Alton. Father Patrick Gibbons will officiate. Burial will be at Upper Alton Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the 5A's Animal Shelter.


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