Tom Drake (wrestler)
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Thomas Edwin Drake[2] (December 5, 1930 – February 2, 2017) was an American attorney, professional wrestler, politician, and member of the athletic staff of legendary football coach Paul "Bear" Bryant. He was a Democratic member of the Alabama House of Representatives, serving as Speaker from 1983 to 1987. He was a resident of Vinemont, Alabama; his wife of over 55 years, Christine Mckoy Drake – also an attorney, stateswoman and former member of the Alabama Board of Education – predeceased him on September 26, 2011, following a long battle with brain cancer.
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Born | Thomas Edwin Drake (1930-12-05)December 5, 1930 Falkville, Alabama, U.S. |
Died | February 2, 2017(2017-02-02) (aged 86) Cullman, Alabama, U.S. |
Alma mater | University of Alabama University of Tennessee |
Spouse(s) | Christine Mckoy Drake |
Ring name(s) | Cullman Comet[1] Tom Drake[1] |
Debut | 1954[1] |
Retired | 1978[1] |
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