Paula J. Drake passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2009 in Pueblo, Colorado. Paula was born January 19, 1934 in Wiley, Colorado to Paul and Nellie Hollandsworth. Paula loved writing poetry and listening to music. She was preceded in death by her parents and sister Leta Corbin. Her survivors include her son Steven Drake and daughter Kaylynn Drake; sisters, Neda Dean and Victoria Broad as well as 4 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. Private services will be held.