LorenRobert Drews was born July 24,1929,in Chicago, Illinois,to Cora and Frank Drews. Hepassed away at home on September 29, 2024.
He was a graduateofParker High School, servedfouryears as an electricalapprentice,and was an electrician for more than 40years.He then retired in 1991 to move to Marco Island. He served in the U.S. Army as an M.P. from 1951 to 1953. He was a member of the American Legion in Illinois and again at Post 404 in Marco Island.
After retirement, he spent many years boating, fishing, and creating beautiful stained glass. His beautiful stained-glass pieces hang in every family member’s home as well as two large pieces in the Marco Lutheran Church. He was a faithful servant of the Lord at Marco Lutheran Church where he served as an electrician, on the Maintenance and Building Board, and was helpful in building the church addition. He did many duties including chili suppers, checking all electronics in the rummage sale, and leading the yearly Octoberfest celebration.
In October of 1950,he married his high school sweetheart Betty (Zeman) who survives him. They shared almost 74 years of loving marriage together.
He isalsosurvived by his sons Wayne (Jan),Robert (Bob) (Kathy),grandchildren Adam (Melissa), Laura(Ryan), Peyton,andMelanie, and great-grandchildrenAustin, Molly, and Jack.
ACelebration of LifeServicewill be heldfor Lorenat the Marco Lutheran Church, 525 N. Collier Blvd,onSaturday,January 4th at 11:00AM.
We will miss him,but know that he isnolonger in pain and in the arms of the Lord.
12/19/2024 Coastal Breeze News
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