Drake Gerth

Drake Gerth, 53, of Lansdale, PA, passed away Saturday, November 7, 2026.

Born January 1, 1973, in Norristown, he was the son of Kenneth J. Carter and Susan (Hock) Gerth Ryales.

Drake worked as a truck driver for most of his life and had a passion for bodybuilding. He was a faithful member of Montco Bible Fellowship in Lansdale. Drake also loved nature, music, and eating candy. Earlier in life, he often said he wanted to be a park ranger or DJ.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his sons, Justice J. Gerth (Sarah Stimson) of North Wales, and Deion J. Gerth of Colmar; their mother, Justine Hedrick of Colmar; his half-brothers, Chuck and Curt Gerth; step-brother, Joe Ryales (Tracy) of Philadelphia; his aunt, Tonya Jenkins of Lansdale; cousins, Roberta Gonzalez (Edwin), Robert Carter, Rodney Carter, Satina Marie Kihm (Brian), and Levar Jenkins (Valerie), as well as their children.

Funeral arrangements are private and under the direction of the Huff & Lakjer Funeral Home, Lansdale.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Montco Bible Fellowship, 160 E. Main Street, Lansdale, PA 19446.