Jeffrey A. Drabent

In remembrance of Jeffrey A. Drabent who passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on December 9th, 2025 in Yuma, AZ following a short illness. 

Jeff was born in Scranton, PA on April 17th, 1956 and he leaves behind his wife Rebecca (Becky) Drabent, Son Jacob Drabent of Austin, TX, Granddaughter Annelise Drabent of Austin, TX, Sister Wendi Drabent 

Woodard of Mesa, AZ, Brother Scott Drabent of Clark Summit, PA. He is preceded in death by his parents Edmund F. and Marion W. Drabent. 

Jeff grew up roaming around the forest near his home in Pennsylvania exploring and looking for reptiles and other animals in the area to bring home. He graduated from Scranton Technical High School in June of 1974.

He was adventurous and always outdoors throughout his life. He served in the Army from April 18, 1979 until December 12, 1988. He proudly served as an Airborne Ranger and in the Airborne Special Forces. His last duty assignment was LRSU 106th MI BN (FORSCOM) (FC) as a Staff Sergeant. Translation: Long-Range Surveillance Unit attached to the 106th Military Intelligence Battalion which falls under the purview of the United States Army Forces Command. 

Following his Army career he stepped into law enforcement with the Yuma Police Department from January 2, 1990 and retired on January 27, 2015. During his career he worked as a Patrolman, Police Officer and Detective. He was also a Field Training Officer and worked in narcotics, gangs, organized crime and worked in a special enforcement team. He was a true warrior. 

Jeff loved riding his Harley Davidson Motorcycles. He and his wife rode often. He and his wife spent lots of time camping, hiking and exploring the KOFA Mountains area and exploring the State of Arizona. Jeff enjoyed being at home with his wife and their 2 Dogs, Justice and Liberty. 

He was devoted to learning as much as he could about American History with much enthusiasm and focused on early American history and U.S. Wars.

Our hearts are heavy and Jeff will be missed immensely.

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