Christopher Scott Droke, of Hornersville, Missouri, began his life October 22, 1952, and his last sunset was March 29, 2026, at the St. Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau, MO.

Chris is survived by his wife of 50 years, Wilma Lee Droke,

Two brothers, Stan Droke (Susan) of Nashville, TN. and Steve Droke (Donna) of Hornersville, MO.

Also surviving are his children, Jason Droke of Hornersville, MO and Jackie Holmes (Roddy) of Senath MO, as well as one grandchild, Lauren McCormick (Scotty Crawford) one great granddaughter, Jordan Crawford of Kennett MO and many nieces, nephews and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Pete and Bette Droke, his brother, Teddy Droke and his sister Penny McLarty (Jim McLarty) of Hornersville MO.

Chris Droke never met a stranger. Everyone he met was greeted with a handshake and a smile. Once you met Chris, you never forgot him. Chris was a true gentleman, a hard worker and always had a joke to tell.  He loved a good party, a good adventure, or any project for his community. The Haunted Swamp was always a good time and Little Riverfest was close to his heart. He was a huge lover of music, and he enjoyed organizing the yearly event at B.B Kings in Memphis, Tennessee for the Usual Suspects.  Above all, he loved his family and treasured his friends.
Thank you for sharing in the celebration of Chris's life and our entire family appreciates your love and support.

Visitation will be Saturday, April 18, beginning at 12:00 noon, and continue until a Celebration of Life will be at 1:00 pm at the McDaniel Funeral Home in Kennett.

McDaniel Funeral Service of Senath will be in charge of the arrangements.