Violet V. Drake, 84, of Gallipolis, Passed away on Thursday, March 3, 2016 at the Holzer Senior Care. Violet was born in Charleston, WV, daughter of Eva M. Sheffer. Violet was married to Howard Drake and he preceded her in death on November 11, 1987. Graveside services will be 1 pm Monday, March 7, 2016 at Centenary Cemetery.