Jeff Drake

Jeff joined TFC staff on June 1, 2022. He is a native Marylander, born in Hagerstown and raised in Baltimore. His career includes working in construction: starting as a teen he built commercial playgrounds, pavilions, and skate parks for 12 years. This led to eight years as a sub-contractor working on residential home repairs, demolition, and hauling. Jeff also has 10 years’ experience in the cemetery industry, including four years as Grounds Manager at the Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery. All of these experiences have prepared Jeff for the many different tasks needed to help TFC thrive in its’ role as an important part of the Falls Church community.

In his spare time, Jeff works on home projects and spends time with his family (he is one of seven children). He is also an award-winning BBQ pitmaster, and with his brothers, spends some weekends at music festivals with their family-owned Barbecue Chips food truck. He also enjoys trout fishing and is studying yoga.

Jeff is proud to be a part of The Falls Church and considers it an honor to be responsible for its care and operations.

You can contact Jeff by email: jdrake@thefallschurch.org or by phone: 703.241.0003.